What Are Vanillekipferl? Vanillekipferl are vanilla-flavored crescent-shaped shortbread cookies made with ground nuts – traditionally walnuts but also hazelnuts or almonds – and generously dusted with vanilla sugar. They owe their delicately crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth texture to the high butter content and the absence of egg. Popular throughout Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia and Hungary, these cookies are enjoyed year-round and can be found in virtually every Viennese coffee house. But these cookies are especially popular at Christmastime. I have fond memories of munching on these crumbly cookies while walking around the Vienna Christmas market as a child and then later on as an adult. The experience of savoring traditional Austrian pastries on location in that magical Christmas atmosphere is one that’s not to be missed if you ever get the chance.

My Grandmother's carrot casserole brings a nostalgic touch to Thanksgiving with its blend of tender carrots, nutmeg, cinnamon, and a hint of sweetness. This dessert is a simple, heartwarming choice that feels indulgent enough to tempt even the most diet-conscious guests. Its familiar flavors and comforting texture make it a perfect addition to a memorable Thanksgiving table. With every bite, it delivers the warmth of tradition and the joy of a holiday splurge.

These muffins have the perfect balance of sweet & acidic, with sweet vanilla muffin and a pop of acidic cranberry in every bite. Quick and easy to make, and based on my very popular vanilla muffin recipe.

Lush dessert is a layered dessert that consists of a graham cracker or cookie crust, a layer of no-bake cheesecake, some type of pudding, and whipped cream. They always have creamy, fluffy layers and are topped with whipped topping or Cool Whip for a luscious cake. These no-bake lush desserts are easy to customize and are also often called – icebox dessert, dessert lasagna or layered pudding dessert.

Try this air fryer pistachio pudding coffee cake if you’re looking for new, exciting air fryer recipes. This air fryer cake with pistachio, coconut and almonds is so tasty. This easy-to-make pistachio coffee cake is made with pistachio instant pudding and other simple ingredients. It is like a Watergate cake and would be perfect for a sweet treat or for Christmas, Easter or St Patrick’s Day. This impressive recipe using pistachio pudding also boasts the flavours of coconut, almonds and brown sugar. Perhaps you’re familiar with Watergate cake that is made with pistachio pudding mix.

Roasting a large turkey for Thanksgiving can be a challenge for even the most seasoned home cooks. Beyond the logistics of storing and thawing a 10-plus-pound orb of frozen poultry and figuring out the per-pound per-person math, you’re also battling two types of meat. The light, tender breast meat is prone to overcooking, while dark meat portions of the bird needs extra time. A simple solution is to flip the bird over and roast the turkey upside down. This technique protects the white meat from drying out, and cooks the thigh meat faster. The best part is that roasting a turkey upside down is just as simple as it sounds.