39 Things to Bake While It’s Still Cold Outside

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39 Things to Bake While It’s Still Cold Outside2/38 German Apple Cake 67 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Potluck German Apple Cake Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mother made this German apple cake for my brothers and me when we were kids. It’s an excellent choice for a Christmas potluck or actually any time of year. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 455 calories, 24g fat (6g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (42g sugars, 2g

fiber), 4g protein

fiber), 4g protein. 3/38 Dutch-Oven Raisin Walnut Bread 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 1 loaf (32 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: On a cold day there is nothing better than a warm, crusty Dutch oven raisin bread filled with walnuts. —Catherine Ward, Taste of Home, Prep Kitchen Manager Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 130 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 149mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 4/38 Nutella Cinnamon Rolls 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings

8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These jumbo Nutella cinnamon rolls will stand alone at your next brunch. Bursting with chocolate, hazelnut, espresso and cinnamon, they will please any palate and bring to mind your favorite coffee shop bakery. —Pam Ivbuls, Elkhorn, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 616 calories, 25g fat (9g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 89g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 5/38 Brownie Cupcakes 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Brownie Cupcakes Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe

She requested 32 treats

From the Recipe Creator: It’s fun to make these individual brownie cupcakes with a chocolaty surprise inside. My goddaughter asked me to make them for her birthday to share with classmates at school. She requested 32 treats. I later found out she needed only 27. I wonder where the other five went! —Pamela Lute, Mercersburg, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 cupcake: 239 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 163mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 6/38 Gouda and Roasted Potato Bread 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Gouda and Roasted Potato Bread Recipe photo by

7/38 Skillet

Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our family tried roasted potato bread at a bakery on a road trip, and I came up with my own recipe when we realized we lived much too far away to have it regularly. It makes for a really amazing roast beef sandwich and also goes well with soups. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 101 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 7/38 Skillet

Brownies 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Skillet Brownies Recipe photo by Laura Scherb for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a fun and festive way to serve brownies. Family and friends will love topping their pieces with whipped cream and strawberries. —Johnnie McLeod, Bastrop, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 409 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 274mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 8/38 Bacon Parmesan Popovers 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bacon Parmesan Popovers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

40 min Servings 6 popovers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

40 min Servings 6 popovers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe proves that simple ingredients often result in the best-tasting dishes. These popovers are a nice change from ordinary toast or muffins. —Donna Gaston, Coplay, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 popover: 167 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 248mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 9/38 Peanut Butter Bundt Cake 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 30 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This peanut butter bundt cake with frosting is heavenly

I use smooth peanut butter, but crunchy would work, too

to me. I use smooth peanut butter, but crunchy would work, too. —Karen Holt, Rock Hill, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 465 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 300mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 10/38 Bread Pudding Pie 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Bread Pudding Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This unique dessert, a combination of pie and bread pudding, was created by my paternal grandmother’s family. They had a farm and made

their own bread, which made this a low-cost dessert

their own bread, which made this a low-cost dessert. — Kelly Barnes, Lexington, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 314 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 11/38 Double Butterscotch Coconut Cake 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got this recipe for coconut cake from a co-worker years ago, then I changed it up a bit by adding a family favorite: butterscotch. It’s super easy to throw together and it makes

a perfect accompaniment to coffee or tea

a perfect accompaniment to coffee or tea. —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 327 calories, 15g fat (10g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 359mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 12/38 Sage-Apple Cider Bread Test Kitchen Approved Sage-Apple Cider Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who knew sage and apple cider would create such a fantastic bread? This versatile loaf that has just a hint of sweetness makes wonderful sandwiches or stuffing. —Christine Wendland, Browns Mills, New

Although these cookies require a little extra effort, they’re worth it

Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 176 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 149mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 13/38 Chocolate-Covered Cherry Cookies 55 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Although these cookies require a little extra effort, they’re worth it. I make them for every family gathering—and they never last long! —Marie Kinyon, Mason, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 89 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 14/38

15/38 Cheesy Cajun Cornbread Biscotti 1 Review Contest

Chocolate and Cherry Stromboli 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate and Cherry Stromboli Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 1 loaf (12 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This melty, chocolaty spin on stromboli is delicious for both breakfast and dessert. Serve it with a cup of coffee, and even the coldest winter day instantly feels more snug. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 248 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 15/38 Cheesy Cajun Cornbread Biscotti 1 Review Contest

This savory cookie is the bestseller at our Christmas cookie bazaar

Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cheesy Cajun Cornbread Biscotti Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This savory cookie is the bestseller at our Christmas cookie bazaar. Everyone requests the tasty biscotti every year. They’re simple but very delicious. I will also serve them year-round as an appetizer. —Paula Marchesi, Auburn, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 83 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 191mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 16/38 Fudgy Layered Irish Mocha Brownies 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND

FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings

FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings. Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I are big fans of Irish cream, so I wanted to incorporate it into a brownie. I started with my mom’s brownie recipe, then added frosting and ganache. These decadent treats are the result, and we really enjoy them! —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 brownie: 295 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 17/38 Josh’s Marbled Rye Bread 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of

The flavors of the bread are mild yet satisfying

Home Total Time 1 hour 35 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This impressive marble rye bread may look like it would be difficult to make, but it’s actually quite easy! The flavors of the bread are mild yet satisfying. And I enjoy eating it with just a simple spread of butter or on a hearty sandwich loaded with my favorite fixings. —Josh Rink, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 273 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 312mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein. 18/38 Red Velvet Pound

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