Sugar Recipes

Though it is definitely a popular ingredient in baked goods and desserts, sugar is also used when cooking meats, veggies, sauces, and more. Check out some of our favorite recipes that use sugar- from sweet treats like S'mores Cookie Cups, Homemade Apricot Syrup, and Glazed Donut Muffins to Meatloaf Minis, Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef, and Garlic Pork Stir Fry. If you're looking for a sweet holiday treat, you should also check out my good friend Jessica's family recipe for Sugared Corn Pops.

Easy slow cooker Mongolian beef freezer meal

Easy Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef (Freezer-Friendly)

Cathy Yoder Published on October 25, 2025 9 Comments Main Dish,Summer,Egg Free

Main Dish|Summer|Egg Free

Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef (Easy & Freezer-Friendly) Tender, Saucy Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef (Better Than Takeout) If you love a cozy, takeout-style dinner that practically cooks itself, this slow cooker Mongolian beef is the one to keep on repeat. Think ultra-tender slices of beef in a glossy garlic-ginger soy sauce—sweet-savory, a little sticky, and absolutely weeknight-friendly. I reach for this recipe on the busiest days: when we’re running from school to... Read this post

Homemade Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Buns

Cathy Yoder Published on October 22, 2025 3 Air Fryer,Fall

Air Fryer|Fall|Meatless

Easy, No Yeast 45 Minute Made-from-Scratch Apple Cinnamon Rolls Think Homemade Warm Apple Cinnamon Rolls Made Fast in the Air Fryer 🍎 If you love gooey cinnamon rolls and cozy apple pie, these made from scratch air fryer apple cinnamon buns... Read this post

Grandma’s Date Bars Recipe (Oven or Air Fryer)

Cathy Yoder Published on October 21, 2025 10 Summer,Egg Free

Summer|Egg Free|Salt

These Date Bars are an Old-Fashioned Favorite! Grandma's Date Bars are Chewy, Buttery, Nostalgic & Easy These old-fashioned date bars are straight from our family recipe box. Gooey, chewy sweet date filling is sandwiched between a buttery... Read this post

Baked Pancake Squares (Oven Baked Pancakes)

Cathy Yoder Published on October 19, 2025 23 Main Dish,Salt

Main Dish|Salt|Meatless

Easy Breakfast Sheet Pan Pancakes from Scratch Homemade Baked Pancake Squares (No Mix Required!) 🥞 Skip the boxed mix—these homemade baked pancake squares are made completely from scratch with simple pantry ingredients. They bake up light,... Read this post

Pumpkin Angel Food Cake with Ginger Whipped Cream Topping

Stacy Maines Published on October 5, 2025 Fall,Meatless

Fall|Meatless|Desserts

Easy to Make Pumpkin Angel Food Cake Recipe Light, Fluffy & Perfect for Fall (Think Brunch to Thanksgiving!) Fall is my favorite time of year for baking, and I absolutely love pumpkin—it’s so versatile for sweet or savory recipes.... Read this post

King’s Hawaiian Rolls Copycat Recipe (Soft & Sweet)

Cathy Yoder Published on October 3, 2025 34 Salt,Meatless

Salt|Meatless|Winter

King’s Hawaiian Rolls Copycat – Homemade Sweet Rolls or Loaf If you’re a fan of the iconic dinner rolls, you’ll love this King’s Hawaiian Rolls Copycat recipe. Store prices keep creeping up (and the packages feel smaller and less... Read this post

panera copycat autumn squash soup recipe

Easy Panera Autumn Squash Soup Copycat

Cathy Yoder Published on October 2, 2025 5 Main Dish,Fall

Main Dish|Fall|Egg Free

Easy Instant Pot Panera Autumn Squash Soup Copycat + Stove and Slow Cooker Instructions Jump to Recipe Creamy Butternut & Pumpkin “Panera-Style” Autumn Squash Soup Copycat If you crave the Panera classic, this autumn squash soup... Read this post

Simple Air Fryer Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Stacy Maines Published on September 27, 2025 Air Fryer,Main Dish

Air Fryer|Main Dish|Summer

Jamaican Jerk Chicken (Air Fryer, Oven, or Stovetop) Jump to Recipe • Print A little sweet, a little spicy, and SO easy—this Air Fryer Jamaican Jerk Chicken turns pantry spices into the bold jerk flavor you love. We toss chicken and colorful... Read this post

The Best Robert Redford Dessert

Cathy Yoder Published on September 19, 2025 51 Meatless,Desserts

Meatless|Desserts|Super Bowl Party

Robert Redford Dessert (Next Best Thing) We were saddened to learn of the passing of legendary actor Robert Redford on September 16, 2025, at age 89. I’ve always loved Robert Redford movies—my personal favorite is The Way We Were—so sharing this... Read this post

Air Fryer Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Haley Published on September 19, 2025 Air Fryer,Fall

Air Fryer|Fall|Salt

Easy and Moist Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins Updated on September 15, 2025 Bake these Air Fryer Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins in the Air Fryer or the Oven Warm, cozy, and bursting with pumpkin flavor, these Air Fryer Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins... Read this post

Easy Mountain Dew Apple Cobbler Recipe

Cathy Yoder Published on September 15, 2025 Meatless,Desserts

Meatless|Desserts|Butter

Mountain Dew Apple Cobbler Recipe Last updated: September 15, 2025 Flavorful Mountain Dew Apple Cobbler This Mountain Dew apple cobbler recipe is super quick and easy, and especially fabulous served warm with vanilla ice cream. I'm not sure how it... Read this post