RecipesPeach Cream Pie From field editor Denise Goedeken of Platte Center, Nebraska comes this yummy pie that’s a sure winner when fresh peaches are in season. “The sour cream filling and cinnamon crumb topping complement the fruit flavor,” she maintains.
RecipesApple Butter Pie My grandmother gave me this recipe, and I, in turn, have shared it with dozens of friends. Grandmother made it often for me when I was a child since I never liked pumpkin pie.
RecipesFlip-Flop Cakes I made this cake for a summer birthday party—it would be fun for a beach party or any summer get-together. You could also set a pair of sunglasses on the graham cracker “sand.”—Renae Calkins, Owosso, Michigan
RecipesPeach Berry Pie Maxine Griggs of Sedalia, Missouri won a state fair pie contest with this pretty lattice-topped entry. “It features a trio of fruit that gives it bright color and terrific taste,” she points out.
RecipesSpiced Devil’s Food Cake One of my mom’s friends gave her this recipe when I was a child, and it has been a family favorite ever since. When your chocolate sweet tooth acts up, this really hits the spot! —Linda Yeamans, Ashland, Oregon
RecipesTwo-Tone Butter Cookies During the hectic holiday season, you’ll appreciate the ease of these irresistible butter cookies from Kathy Kittell of Lenexa, Kansas. It’s wonderful to pull the two-tone dough from the freezer and bake a festive batch in no time.
RecipesCandy Cupcakes Rich chocolaty cupcakes include a cream cheese surprise. Get kids in on the fun by letting them help decorate. ‐Mrs. Walter Jacobson, Ashland, Ohio
RecipesPeach Plum Pie When I want to impress guests, this is the pie I prepare. Peaches, plums and a bit of lemon peel are a refreshing trio that wakes up taste buds. It’s a family favorite that’s requested often. -Susan Osborne, Hatfield Point, New Brunswick
RecipesLemon Zucchini Drops When we lived on the East Coast, a nearby fruit and vegetable stand had a bakery featuring these soft, cakelike cookies. We missed every bite when we moved away, so I developed this recipe. —Barbara Franklin, Tucson, Arizona
RecipesPineapple Delights When I was stationed in Germany, my mother would often send these tropical-tasting cookies to me. The recipe is special because it came from my grandmother. Now my wife and daughter are carrying on the tradition.
RecipesApricot Fruitcake My husband didn’t care for fruitcake (which I love) – till he tasted this one. He and I have three children. He’s an avid fishermen…when others are canning fruits and vegetables, I’m busy canning and smoking salmon! -Clare Brooks, Juneau, Alaska
RecipesCaramel Crunch Apple Pie I was raised on a small farm, the youngest of eight children and the only girl. My mom taught me how to make all kinds of pies from scratch, and this is one of my favorites. Caramels and apples are a delicious combination.
RecipesIced Honey Lemon Cookies Grated lemon peel in the batter and on the icing of these soft cake-like cookies gives them their fresh citrus flavor. The recipe makes about three dozen of the tender treats. —Betty Thompson, La Porte, Texas
RecipesCake Eyeballs Customize these cake balls to your liking with the flavors of your choice. — Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesFavorite Sugar Cookies Making these sweet treats is a family tradition. I hope you love the recipe as much as we do!