"Desserts/Pies" Recipes
From a restaurant on the north shore
Don’t forget the vanilla ice cream.
Submitted by Joan M. INGREDIENTS 2 cups sugar 1 cup oil 3 eggs 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 cup crushed pineapple 1 cup coconut 2 cups shredded carrots 1 cup chopped walnuts Cream Cheese Frosting: 2 cups powdered sugar 1/2 cup butter 8 […]
This recipe was first made by our family with wild blueberries picked near Gunflint Lake in Minnesota. We made this during a large family gathering at the Gunflint Lodge and everyone loved it.
These are fun to make and eat. Almost everyone loves chocolate truffles!
This recipe is fast, easy, and so delicious. The best pie ever!
State Fair Winner
Cook Time: 60 minutes Servings: 6-8 Submitted by April INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup flour 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 3 cups diced rhubarb 2 cups strawberries, sliced 2 tablespoons strawberry jello DIRECTIONS Mix and pour into an unbaked pie shell. Place the top crust on and bake at 450 degrees F for 10 […]
Anyone can make this delicious cake!
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes Submitted by April INGREDIENTS 1/2 teaspoon softened margarine or butter 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 3/4 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 1/2 cups flour 1/4 cup cocoa 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves […]
Easy fluffy doughnut recipe with the delicious taste of nutmeg.
This is a delicious, fail-safe pie crust.
The buttermilk & combination of spices give this cake a nice flavor. Bake in a bundt pan that has been greased and floured and enjoy the aroma of the spices while it bakes.
Frost with a powdered sugar/cinnamon glaze or use your favorite cream cheese frosting.
Tried many different apple cake recipes but this one gets a big blue ribbon! Moist with a wonderful flavor.
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 3 ounces cream cheese 3/4 cup butter 3 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 tablespoon milk DIRECTIONS Mix and beat ingredients. Spread on bars.
Submitted by Steve INGREDIENTS 8 ounce bag Old Dutch puff corn curls 1 pound butter 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 teaspoon baking soda DIRECTIONS Place puff corn curls in large roasting pan. Set aside. In a 2 quart saucepan, combine butter (not margarine), brown sugar, and syrup. Cook together for […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1 pound white almond bark 1 – 12 ounce package chocolate chips 1 cup chunky peanut butter 1 pound Spanish peanuts DIRECTIONS Melt almond bark and chocolate chips in microwave. Stir in peanut butter and peanuts. Drop by teaspoon onto was paper. Store in cool place.
Submitted by Steve INGREDIENTS 6 cups puffed popcorn curls 2 cups minature pretzel twists 1/2 cup salted peanuts 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter 1/4 cup light corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup M&M’s DIRECTIONS Heat oven to 250 degrees F. Line cake pan with foil. In foil-lined […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons butter 3 cups miniature marshmallows 1 – 5 ounce can chow mein noodles Peanut M&M’s DIRECTIONS In medium saucepan, combine butter and marshmallows; stir over low heat until smooth. Stir in noodles, mixing gently to coat. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto greased cookie sheet. Shape with greased fingers […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 25 soft caramels 1 tablespoon water 1 cup coursley chopped walnuts 1 cup plain M&M’s 1/2 cup broken think pretzels DIRECTIONS In medium saucepan, stir caramels and water over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in remaining ingredients. Drop by heaping teaspoon onto greased wax paper lined […]
Submitted by Rosie M. INGREDIENTS 3 cups flour 1 1/2 cup shortening 1 teaspoon salt 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon vinegar 5 tablespoons water DIRECTIONS Blend flour, shortening, and salt with pastry blender. Beat egg, vinegar, and water with fork and mix with flour mixture. Makes enough for 5 single crusts. Unused portions may be […]
This recipe is enough for 2 pies.
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1 package Oreo cookies 1/2 cup butter, melted 1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream 2 cups powdered sugar 1/2 cup butter 2/3 cup real chocolate chips 1 1/2 cup evaporated milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 cup Spanish peanuts DIRECTIONS Crush Oreo cookies. Mix with 1/2 cup melted butter. Put in […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 4 cups chopped rhubarb 1 cup white sugar 1 3/4 cup oatmeal 1 1/2 cup flour 1 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup butter 1 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS Place rhubarb in bowl, cover with hot water; let stand a few minutes and drain. Combine oatmeal, flour, brown sugar, butter, and soda; […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1 cup sugar 2/3 cup pumpkin 3/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 3 eggs 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) Filling: 4 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup powdered sugar 8 ounces cream cheese DIRECTIONS Mix dry […]
Submitted by Brian M. INGREDIENTS Pastry: 1 – 3 ounce package cream cheese 1 stick butter 1 cup flour Filling: 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon milk 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 egg DIRECTIONS Mix cream cheese, stick of butter, and flour until smooth. Chill. Divide […]
Submitted by Steve INGREDIENTS 1 – 7 ounce jar marshmallow creme 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar 3 tablespoons water 1 – 17 ounce package caramels (60) 16 ounce bag or jar salted peanuts DIRECTIONS Knead together marshmallow creme and powdered sugar. Shape into small fingers. Place on maxed paper-lined cookie sheet and freeze. Melt caramels […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup cocoa 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup milk dash of salt DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients, except vanilla. Bring to a good rolling boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add vanilla and begin beating at once. Beat to spreading consistency and frost cake.
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1 – 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup pumpkin puree 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 teaspoon fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon grate orange zest 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted DIRECTIONS Blend cream cheese, pumpkin puree, orange juice, zest, and vanilla in a large bowl using […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup butter, softened 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 cup sugar 3 large eggs 1 cup pumpkin puree 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup butter 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 3 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon cloves 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 25 ounce applesauce Frosting: 3/4 cup butter 1 1/2 cup brown sugar 6 tablespoons evaporated milk 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar DIRECTIONS Beat […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1 loaf frozen bread dough 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons cream 2 tablespoons white syrup butter, softened at room temperature white sugar cinnamon DIRECTIONS Melt 1/4 cup butter, mix with brown sugar, cream and white syrup. Pour into bottom of greased 9×13 inch pan. Frozen bread […]
Submitted by Joan M. INGREDIENTS frozen bread dough butter 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup white syrup 1/2 cup butter 3 tablespoons honey 1/4 cup milk DIRECTIONS Put frozen bread in a greased 9×5 inch pan covered in the refrigerator over night. Once thawed, roll out bread […]
Submitted by Joan M. INGREDIENTS 1 cup butter 1 3/4 cup sugar 4 eggs 3 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 can cherry pie filling DIRECTIONS Cream together butter and sugar. Add and beat eggs. Stir in flour, baking powder, and vanilla. Put 2/3 of dough in a 10×15 inch […]
This frosting is quick and easy to make. You can use it on any cutout cookies or sugar cookies.
After 30 years of searching for the perfect carrot cake, I finally settled on this recipe. I’m happy to share it.
This is a classic, simple recipe for apple or rhubarb crisp. It won’t last very long. Don’t forget the vanilla ice cream. It’s an old Menke family tradition!
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Servings: 8 Submitted by Joan M. INGREDIENTS 3 eggs 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup melted butter 1 cup corn syrup, dark, lite, or both 1 cup pecan halves DIRECTIONS Beat everything except he pecans. Then mix in the pecans. Pour into a pie shell. […]
Submitted by Joan M. INGREDIENTS 4 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup Crisco 1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup ice water 1/2 cup cold milk DIRECTIONS In large bowl combine flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Sift together until very smooth to roll out the dough. Mix […]
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes Servings: 8 Yield: 1 pie Submitted by quickchef INGREDIENTS 5 to 6 cups apple slices 2 tablespoons flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (can use a little more) 1/2 to 3/4 cups sugar 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1 tablespoon butter pastry for double crust DIRECTIONS Mix sugar flour & seasonings in […]
This alternative to apple pie is simply delicious! Recipe makes 16 but beware because no one can eat just one.
Use 12 inch Dutch oven.
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1 package vanilla instant pudding 1 cup buttermilk 1 – 8 ounce container Cool Whip 1 can fruit cocktail (drained) 1 can mandarin oranges (drained) 3 bananas 1 package Keebler Fudge Stripe Cookies DIRECTIONS Blend together vanilla instant pudding and buttermilk. Mix in the rest of the ingredients. Chill. Before […]
Use 12 inch Dutch oven.
“Grandma” in this reference is to Luella.
Submitted by Grace INGREDIENTS 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 4 tablespoons cocoa 2 teaspoons vanilla 3 cups powdered sugar 4 tablespoons milk DIRECTIONS Milt butter or margarine in medium pan. Stir in cocoa until dissolved. Do not boil. Add powdered sugar, milk and vanilla. Stir until smooth. Add more milk, if needed to make a […]
Submitted by Grace INGREDIENTS 1 1/3 cup sugar 6 tablespoons milk 6 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup chocolate chips DIRECTIONS Boil sugar, milk and butter for 3 minutes; remove from heat and add 1/2 cup chocolate chips. Beat until cool.
Submitted by Grace INGREDIENTS 1 giant size chocolate bar with almonds 1 package Dream Whip 1 baked 9 inch pie crust DIRECTIONS Melt chocolate bar, let cool for 20-30 minutes. Mix Dream Whip according to directions on package and add to melted chocolate. Pour into crumb or pastry crust.
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Servings: 8 Yield: 9×13 inch pan Submitted by Steve INGREDIENTS 16 ounce package Oreo cookies 1 stick butter, melted 3 – 8 ounce packages cream cheese 3/4 cup powdered sugar 16 ounce Cool Whip 2 – 6 ounce packages instant chocolate pudding 3 cups milk DIRECTIONS Crush […]
A family favorite
Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: Varies Servings: 8 Yield: 1 cake Submitted by quickchef INGREDIENTS 1 package chocolate cake mix 1 can sweetened condensed milk 1 jar butterscotch or caramel topping 8 ounces Cool whip 3 Heath bars, crushed DIRECTIONS Mix and bake cake as directed on package. Take out of oven and immediately […]
This is a no-bake pie.
Cook Time: 45 minutes Submitted by quickchef INGREDIENTS 8 apples, peeled, cored and sliced 2 cups flour 3/4 cup shortening (lard or Crisco) 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 egg yolks 8 tablespoons cold water DIRECTIONS 1. Mix flour, shortening, lemon juice, salt and egg yolks until crumbly. Add cold water, mix well […]
This tasty treat won’t last long.
Submitted by Joan M. INGREDIENTS apples, enough to fit in 6 ounce dish brown sugar butter dates (optional) raisins (optional) cranberries (optional) DIRECTIONS For each apple, remove core, rub with butter with your hands, and put in 6 ounce dish. In center of each apple put 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon butter. Note: […]
Submitted by Sandy M. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup flour dash of salt 1 can fruit (any variety) Filling: 1 – 8 ounce package cream cheese 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 1/4 cup Cool Whip DIRECTIONS Mix butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, flour, and salt. Bake at […]
Another option to use as a base for your delicious desserts.
Submitted by Grace INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups scalded milk 4 eggs, separated 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla sliced, sugared peaches DIRECTIONS Mix together cornstarch, 2/3 cup sugar and the salt. Add scalded milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Beat egg yolks. Pour […]
Submitted by Grace INGREDIENTS Cookie Base: 1 cup sugar 1 cup butter 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 2 eggs 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon vanilla 2nd Layer: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 egg 3rd Layer: 1/2 cup orange juice 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup […]
Surprise your kids with these delicious treats.
So pretty to look at; delightful to eat.
Comfort food.
These are great for camping/scouting. Get the pie irons from the troop garage!
Great for camping/scouting.
Great for camping/scouting.
The cinnamon and cloves give the fruit an unbeatable flavor.
This if fun to make while camping or at home.
Easy to make at home or while camping.
This is great for camping/scouting.
This pecan pie tastes great and is made without corn syrup and doesn’t have the artificial corn syrup taste.
Great for camping/scouting.
These won’t last long. Be prepared! Plan on making more than one batch!
This is a famous Swedish dish, normally served with fruit preserves or lingonberries. Some Swedish families considered it part of their traditional Thursday night dinner, following the main dish of pea soup with pork.
Submitted by Joan M. INGREDIENTS Filling: 7 cups apples, peeled and sliced 1/2 cup cinnamon 3/4 cup brown sugar Topping: 1/2 cup flour 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup one-minute oatmeal 1/4 cup butter DIRECTIONS Combine ingredients for filling and put in 8 or 9 inch square glass pan. Blend topping ingredients until crumbly. Sprinkle […]
Submitted by Grace INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup butter 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup milk 1 1/2 – 2 cups powdered sugar DIRECTIONS Melt butter, then add brown sugar and cook over low heat about 2 minutes while stirring constantly. Add the milk and bring to a boil. Cool, then add the powdered sugar and beat […]
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes Submitted by Martha INGREDIENTS 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter 1 cup all purpose flour 4 eggs DIRECTIONS Heat water and butter to rolling boil. Add flour and stir vigorously over low heat for about 1 minute. Mixture will leave sides of pan and form a ball. Remove from heat and […]
Submitted by Angelica INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup milk 1 ounce envelope premelted unsweetened chocolate 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 2 cups powdered sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla DIRECTIONS In double boiler, put peanut butter, milk, chocolate, and butter. Cook and stir until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Add powdered sugar and […]
Submitted by Angelica INGREDIENTS 2 cups powdered sugar 1 stick butter 2 tablespoons milk 1/2 teaspoon mint flavoring DIRECTIONS Melt butter in saucepan. Add milk, powdered sugar and mint flavoring. Adjust amount of milk to get spreading consistency.
Servings: 20 Submitted by Angelica INGREDIENTS 2 cups sugar 3 tablespoons cocoa 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 3/4 cup evaporated milk 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup chopped nuts (optional for topping) DIRECTIONS Blend sugar, cocoa, syrup and milk. Cook, stirring constantly to soft ball stage. Add butter; cool slightly. Add vanilla; beat […]
Cook Time: 60 minutes Submitted by Martha INGREDIENTS 2 cups flour 1 cup butter 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water 3 eggs 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Frosting: 1 cup powdered sugar 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 teaspoon almond flavoring cream DIRECTIONS Mix 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup butter and 2 tablespoons water. Roll out to fit […]
Submitted by Martha INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup butter or margerine 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 2 1/2 cups confectioners sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla DIRECTIONS Melt the butter in a saucepan. Blend in the brown sugar and salt. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the milk, […]
A wonderful compliment to any meal or serve as a dessert with ice cream
Keep in refrigerator so it’s always ready.
Submitted by quickchef INGREDIENTS Lower Layer: 1 package Oreo cookies, crushed 1/3 cup melted butter 1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, softened (or more) Top Layer: 2 cups powdered sugar 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk 1/2 cup butter 1 1/2 cups peanuts 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips 1 teaspoon vanilla DIRECTIONS Mix […]
Submitted by quickchef INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups milk 1 1/2 cups pumpkin 1 1/4 cups sugar 2 eggs, beaten 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS Mix ingredients together and pour into a 9-inch. pie shell. Bake for 15 minutes at 425 degrees F then reduce to 350 degrees […]
A fast and pleasing dessert. Top with your favorite fruit.
Keep the crumbs in your freezer & use for your favorite fruit pie.
Submitted by quickchef INGREDIENTS 1 stick butter 1 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup evaporated milk 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar DIRECTIONS Combine butter, brown sugar and milk. Boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat; cool to lukewarm. Add powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Spread on cake.
Submitted by quickchef INGREDIENTS 2 egg whites 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 tablespoon corn syrup 1/3 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Combine remaining ingredients in saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Slowly add boiling syrup to beaten egg […]
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes Submitted by Dawn INGREDIENTS Dough: 1 cup milk 2 1/4 teaspoons cake yeast 1 cup shortening 4 cups flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 3 eggs, separated Meringue: 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla Topping: 3/4 cup nuts (or substitute raisins) cinnamon powdered sugar frosting DIRECTIONS Add yeast cake to […]
A Heart-Healthy Cake
Submitted by April INGREDIENTS 3 1/2 cups flour, divided 4 cups chopped apples 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons vanilla 2/3 cup cooking oil 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) 1/2 cup butter, soft DIRECTIONS Mix 3 cups flour, apples, sugar, […]
So delicious it doesn’t need a topping.
Submitted by Lake Lady INGREDIENTS 1 – 9 inch baked pie crust 1 – 3 ounce package cream cheese 4 cups blueberries 3/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons lemon juice DIRECTIONS Spread cream cheese in the bottom of the pie crust, then put 3 cups blueberries on top of the […]
It makes its own crust.
Submitted by Dawn INGREDIENTS 5 cups fresh blueberries 1 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup water 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon DIRECTIONS Cook over medium heat: Sugar, cornstarch, salt, water, 2 cups berries. Stir constantly until mixture comes to a rolling boil. Reduce heat, mash berries, […]
Submitted by Lake Lady INGREDIENTS 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs 1/2 cup finely-chopped walnuts 1/4 cup softened butter DIRECTIONS Mix wafer crumbs, walnuts and butter until crumbly. Press onto bottom and sides of 9-inch pie plate. Bake in preheated, 375 degree F oven about 7 minutes. Refrigerate until well chilled.
Fast and easy. Anyone can do it.
Lake Tahoe skiers favorite caramel bars.
Don’t skimp on the lemon zest!