RecipesCaribbean Coconut Rum Cake My take on those boozy treats that weigh down suitcases returning from Jamaica, this moist cake packs a rum punch. You may wish to card your guests before serving. The longer the rum soaks in, the better—overnight is best. —Jenn Hall, Collingswood, New Jersey
RecipesFruity Croissant Puff I got this recipe from a good friend. Sweet, tart, tender and light, it tastes like a Danish.—Myra Aimer, Tuttle, North Dakota
RecipesVanilla Cream Puff Dessert Inspired by classic cream puffs, this recipe is a wonderful treat. I’ve served it at holidays, birthday parties and Cub Scout banquets. I’m a regular baker, and this dessert is one of my all-time favorites. —Denise Wahl, Homer Glen, Illinois
RecipesChocolate Bourbon Pecan Monkey Bread Time to give rum cake a little competition! If this boozy take on monkey bread is too strong for your taste, cut back on the bourbon or use milk as a non-alcoholic substitute. —James Schend, Plesant Prairie, Wisconsin
RecipesBread Machine Panettone This bread machine panettone is easy to make. Every tender, moist slice is filled with candied fruit and raisins. —Josephine Bianchi, Bristol, New Hampshire
RecipesAustrian Apple Twists This recipe has been one of my favorites for years. I like to make these sweet treats for special occasions because everyone enjoys them. —Kathy Bless, Fayetteville, Pennsylvania
RecipesPecan Apple Strudel This is one of my favorite recipes during autumn. The aroma of this dessert baking on a cool, crisp day is absolutely wonderful.
RecipesSweet Cherry French Toast You’ll be proud to serve this tasty brunch bake from Elisa Lochridge, Beaverton, Oregon. The cherry topping and dollop of yogurt make each bite a special treat.
RecipesOvernight Pecan French Toast Whenever our family gathers for Christmas brunch, this convenient make-ahead dish is one crowd-pleaser I can count on. It’s a mouthwatering cross between French toast and sticky pecan rolls-and really something to celebrate!—Larry Laatsch, Saginaw, Michigan
RecipesPineapple Fluff I often bring this salad to potlucks, and everyone goes crazy for the sweet and crunchy combination. Be sure to add the pretzel mixture right before serving to keep it crispy. —Beth Olby, Ashland, Wisconsin
RecipesFrench Toast Bake “If you like blueberries and pecans, you’ll love this take on a breakfast favorite,” writes Melissa Winona of Salt Lake City, Utah. “I assemble it the night before. Then I bake it in the morning to surprise my roommates, who finish it in one sitting.”
RecipesOven French Toast with Nut Topping Baked French toast makes a special morning brunch so easy! —Donna Justin, Sparta, Wisconsin
RecipesChocolate Eclair Graham Dessert Patricia Pruett of Pueblo West, Colorado shares this smaller and easier version of the sweet classic. The vanilla filling sets beautifully, complementing the graham cracker crust and luscious chocolate coating.