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Cake Fondant

Cake Fondant

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix butter, sweetened condensed milk, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until fondant has the consistency of modeling clay. If fondant is too moist, knead in additional confectioners' sugar.
  3. 3 Roll fondant out on a work surface generously dusted with confectioners' sugar to desired thickness.

By beth plouff

Brown Butter Frosting

Brown Butter Frosting

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat butter, stirring constantly, in a saucepan over medium-low heat until it browns and becomes very aromatic, 5 to 10 minutes. Whisk confectioners' sugar into butter until dissolved and remove saucepan from heat; stir in milk and vanilla extract.
  2. 2 Beat butter mixture using an electric mixer until frosting is smooth; add more milk if frosting is too thick.

By blueyedfeather

Marshmallow Fondant

Marshmallow Fondant

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
5 min
Total
515 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place butter in a shallow bowl and set aside until needed for kneading.
  3. 3 Place marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high to start melting the marshmallows, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  4. 4 Carefully stir water and vanilla into hot marshmallows; stir until the mixture is smooth.
  5. 5 Slowly beat in confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, until you have a sticky dough. Reserve 1 cup confectioners' sugar for kneading. The dough will be very stiff.
  6. 6 Rub your hands thoroughly with butter and begin kneading the sticky dough. As you knead, the dough will become workable and pliable. Turn the dough out onto a working surface dusted with confectioners' sugar and continue kneading until the fondant is smooth and no longer sticky to the touch, 5 to 10 minutes.
  7. 7 Form the fondant into a ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  8. 8 To use, allow the fondant to come to room temperature and roll it out onto a flat surface dusted with confectioners' sugar.

By Kiele Briscoe

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Beat cream cheese, butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla together in a large bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy; gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

By Carol

Perfect Cinnamon Roll Icing

Perfect Cinnamon Roll Icing

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Beat butter and cream cheese together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy.
  3. 3 Blend in milk and vanilla.
  4. 4 Gradually mix in confectioners' sugar and salt until smooth and fluffy.
  5. 5 Frost the cinnamon rolls with about ¼ of the icing when they are still warm. When they’re cooled, top with remaining icing. The bottom layer will not only melt into the pastry, it will serve as a sort of protective barrier that will keep the cinnamon rolls fresher for longer. Enjoy!

By Cara McGuire

Dried Apricot Jam

Dried Apricot Jam

4.5

Prep
Cook
20 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Soak apricots in boiling water in a bowl until hydrated, about 30 minutes. Blend apricots, remaining water, and vanilla extract in a food processor, working in batches, until blended but still slightly chunky.
  2. 2 Combine apricot mixture with pectin in a large pot over medium heat; cook until just boiling. Add sugar and lemon juice; boil until sugar has dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the apricot jam into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4-inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
  4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool, about 1 hour. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Cookin4Six!

Holland Cream (White Cream Filling)

Holland Cream (White Cream Filling)

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Stir sugar and 1/2 cup water together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar has dissolved and mixture comes to a boil. Remove from the heat and let cool completely, 15 to 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Pour cooled syrup into a large mixing bowl. Add shortening, oil, and vanilla; beat with an electric mixer on high speed until well blended.
  4. 4 Beat in confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, until filling is thick and fluffy.
  5. 5 Mix in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if filling is too thick.

By Allrecipes Member

Winter Simmer Pot

Winter Simmer Pot

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
485 min
Total
495 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Add orange peel, apple peel, lemon peel, cinnamon sticks, vanilla, star anise, and pine sprig to the pot.
  2. 2 Reduce the heat to low and simmer for as long as desired, up to 8 hours or all day. Check the water level every 30 minutes, adding more water as necessary.

By The Gruntled Gourmand

Momma's Fresh Fig Preserves

Momma's Fresh Fig Preserves

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
185 min
Total
935 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring figs, sugar, lemon juice, ginger, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat; reduce heat and cook at a low simmer, stirring every 20 minutes, until reaches desired consistency, 3 to 4 hours.
  2. 2 Inspect 5 or 6 half pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until fig preserves are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  3. 3 Pack fig preserves into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  4. 4 Place a rack in bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water; bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove jars from stockpot; rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press center of each lid with a finger to ensure lid does not move up or down. Remove rings and store in a cool, dark area.

By MA McBridges

Warm Apple Compote

Warm Apple Compote

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir pecans in melted butter until lightly toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer toasted pecans to a bowl with a slotted spoon, reserving butter in pan. Cook and stir apples in reserved butter until apples begin to soften, about 2 minutes; add sugar.
  2. 2 Stir water, raisins, and salt into apple mixture. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until raisins are plump, about 5 minutes. Add whiskey, vanilla extract, and toasted pecans.

By theinnerlight

Classic French Frangipane

Classic French Frangipane

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring milk to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  2. 2 Beat 1/4 cup sugar, egg, and egg yolk together until foamy. Add flour and slowly pour in hot milk, beating constantly until smooth and no lumps remain.
  3. 3 Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and slowly bring to a simmer over low heat. Cook, beating constantly to avoid any lumps, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  4. 4 Add butter and stir until melted. Add the remaining 1/2 cup sugar, almond meal, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Let cool, stirring every so often to prevent a skin from forming.
  5. 5 Once cooled, use it right away or refrigerate until ready to use.

By Nadia

Best Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

Best Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
180 min
Total
185 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spray the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl until well incorporated. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  3. 3 Cook on Low, stirring occasionally, until pumpkin butter has thickened to desired consistency, about 3 hours.

By Yoly

Real Fig Preserves

Real Fig Preserves

4.5

Prep
35 min
Cook
85 min
Total
3720 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large bowl with cool water; add baking soda and stir to dissolve. Add figs and gently stir to clean. Drain water and rinse figs thoroughly with fresh, cool water. Drain again.
  2. 2 Transfer figs to a large pot; add sugar, water, butter, lemon slices, lemon juice, cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, and cloves. Stir gently to dissolve sugar, keeping figs as intact as possible.
  3. 3 Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring gently a few times to keep figs from burning onto the bottom, until figs are golden brown and coated in syrup, about 1 hour. Add salt to tame the sweetness if desired.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, inspect 8 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until figs are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  5. 5 Pack figs into hot, sterilized jars and top off with syrup, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface. Let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Store in a cool, dark area, and wait at least 2 days before opening.

By Dee

Fairy Bites

Fairy Bites

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with plastic wrap (or cut parchment to fit) leaving a 1-inch overhang.
  2. 2 Beat together butter, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, scraping bowl often. Reduce speed to low and mix in flour and salt until well combined. Stir in sprinkles.
  3. 3 Knead mixture 4 to 5 times in the bowl until dough forms a ball. Pat dough evenly into the prepared pan. Use overhang to lift dough from pan. Cut dough into 1/2-inch squares. Gently place squares 1/2 inch apart onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  4. 4 Bake until bottoms just begin to brown, about 15 minutes.

By K Lea

Marylyn's Cheese Blintzes

Marylyn's Cheese Blintzes

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
95 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the water, milk, eggs, melted butter, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and flour in the container of a blender, and blend until the mixture forms a smooth batter, about 1 minute. Pour into a bowl, and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  2. 2 Clean the blender container, then add the cottage cheese, farmers cheese, sour cream, sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 pinch of salt. Pulse the filling mixture a few times to combine, then blend until the filling is smooth, about 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Melt 1 teaspoon of butter in an 8-inch skillet over medium heat until the foam disappears from the skillet. Pour about 2 tablespoons of batter into the heated skillet, and swirl the pan to coat the bottom completely. Cook until the crepe is opaque and set, 1 to 2 minutes, and set aside, uncooked side down, on a plate lined with wax paper. Repeat with the rest of the batter, buttering the pan every few crepes if needed.
  4. 4 To fill, place a crepe in front of you on a work surface with the cooked side up, and place about 1 1/2 tablespoons of cheese filling about 1 1/2 inches from the top of the crepe. Fold the top edge of the crepe over the filling, and fold the two sides inward to completely enclose the cheese. Roll the crepe over to seal the filling in, making a compact filled roll.
  5. 5 Melt 1 teaspoon of butter, or as needed, in a skillet over medium-low heat. Pan fry the blintzes on both sides until the filling is hot and brown spots appear on the crepe, 1 to 2 minutes per side.

By Ann Davis

Date Loaf Cake

Date Loaf Cake

4.3

Prep
25 min
Cook
45 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, combine dates, brown sugar, margarine and boiling water. Let stand 15 minutes. Stir in flour, soda and vanilla. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Allow to cool.

By Joan

Coconut Kugel

Coconut Kugel

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
70 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the egg noodles, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  2. 2 Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. 3 Beat the eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl. Stir in the noodles. Pour the noodle mixture in the prepared baking pan. Pour the melted butter over the noodles, then top with the coconut.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until the noodles are set and the coconut is golden brown, about 1 hour.

By Traveling_Is_Love

Samoan Panikeke

Samoan Panikeke

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk flour, sugar, and baking powder together in a bowl until thoroughly mixed. Stir in water, bananas, and vanilla until combined; dough will be smooth and sticky.
  2. 2 Heat 3 inches oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. 3 Working in batches of four to five at a time, scoop a scant 1/4 cup batter with a large spoon, then use another spoon to gently push it off into the deep fryer. Fry until panikeke float to the top and turn golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

By Koki

Easy Pavlova

Easy Pavlova

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
60 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  2. 2 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; draw a 9-inch circle on the parchment paper.
  3. 3 Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff but not dry. Gradually add sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until meringue is thick, white, and glossy.
  4. 4 Gently fold in cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
  5. 5 Spoon mixture inside the circle drawn on the parchment paper. Working from the center, spread mixture toward the outside edge and build the edge slightly. This should leave a slight depression in the center.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until meringue is dry and sounds hollow when tapped, about 1 hour. Cool on a wire rack.
  7. 7 Beat heavy cream in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form; set aside. Remove meringue from the parchment paper and place on a flat serving plate.
  8. 8 Fill center of meringue with whipped cream and top with kiwi slices.
  9. 9 Top with fruit and enjoy!

By Rosina

The Best Ever Classic Jewish Noodle Kugel

The Best Ever Classic Jewish Noodle Kugel

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
60 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles at a boil until slightly firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain well.
  3. 3 Place noodles in a large bowl; stir in margarine until melted. Stir in applesauce, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; transfer to a 9x13-inch baking pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Cover the pan with aluminum foil.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover; continue baking until golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes more.

By Jewish Soul Food

Challah French Toast

Challah French Toast

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk eggs in a large bowl until fluffy, then add milk. Whisk in sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until well combined. Transfer mixture to a shallow bowl.
  2. 2 Working in batches, soak challah slices in egg mixture for 3 minutes per side.
  3. 3 Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, cook challah slices in hot butter until browned, about 3 minutes. Flip and continue to cook until the other side is browned, about 2 more minutes. Add more butter to the skillet as needed.

By Joy

Best Ever New Zealand Pavlova

Best Ever New Zealand Pavlova

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease a cookie sheet, line it with parchment paper and sprinkle a little water over paper.
  2. 2 In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Beat in water, then mix in cornstarch, vanilla, vinegar, and salt.
  3. 3 Pour entire meringue mixture onto the center of the pan. Pavlova will spread as it bakes.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Turn oven off and leave pavlova in the oven until cold. Turn upside-down onto plate and top with fresh fruit and whipped cream.

By Kerry

Sweet Matzo Brei

Sweet Matzo Brei

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pass matzo sheets one at a time under cool running water briefly, then crumble into a large bowl. Stir in milk, eggs, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla to form an evenly moist batter. Add more milk if batter is too dry.
  2. 2 Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Scoop a generous spoonful of batter into hot butter and flatten with the back of a spatula. Cook until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter.

By JanAtch

Chuck's Molasses French Toast

Chuck's Molasses French Toast

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Beat together the eggs, molasses, cream, vanilla, ginger, and cinnamon in a bowl until smooth. Dip the challah slices in the batter until coated on all sides.
  2. 2 Melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place half of the challah slices into the pan, and cook until golden brown on each side, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining butter and challah slices.

By cdelpm2

Chef John's Pavlova with Strawberries

Chef John's Pavlova with Strawberries

4.7

Prep
25 min
Cook
60 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
  2. 2 Whisk sugar and cornstarch together in a bowl. Beat egg whites in a second bowl until foamy with a thick, ribbony texture, 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in 1/4 of the sugar mixture until completely incorporated, about 30 seconds. Repeat with the remaining sugar mixture, whisking after each addition, until all is incorporated and egg whites are glossy and thick.
  3. 3 Add 1 teaspoon vanilla and vinegar; whisk until you can lift the beater or whisk straight up and egg whites form a sharp peak that holds its shape, 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. 4 Spoon egg white mixture onto the prepared baking sheet; spread out into a 2x6-inch disk.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Turn off the oven, crack open the oven door, and let the Pavlova cool for 1 hour.
  6. 6 Transfer cooled Pavlova to a serving plate.
  7. 7 Whip cream, sugar, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla in a bowl until soft peaks form, 3 to 4 minutes. Spread over Pavlova and top with fresh strawberries.

By John Mitzewich

Hamantashen II

Hamantashen II

4.3

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Beat eggs, add oil and mix. Add the sugar, vanilla, baking powder and salt. Add the flour gradually and mix well.
  2. 2 Refrigerate a few hours or overnight.
  3. 3 Kneed dough until it becomes soft enough to roll. Cut dough with three inch cup or three inch round cookie cutters. Put about 1 tablespoon of pie filling into the middle of each circle. Fold up the edges of the circle into the middle and pinch together.
  4. 4 Bake at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 20 minutes.

By Stu Kinzler

Halfway Healthy Hanukkah Cupcakes

Halfway Healthy Hanukkah Cupcakes

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 6 muffin cups with paper liners.
  2. 2 Beat butter and sugar together in a bowl using an electric mixer until creamy; beat in egg and vanilla extract. Stir flour and baking powder into creamed butter mixture until combined; stir and almond milk until batter is smooth. Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until cupcakes are lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool cupcakes completely, about 30 minutes.
  4. 4 Mix 1/2 cup frosting and food coloring together in a bowl until color is even. Spoon the remaining 1/4 cup frosting into a small plastic bag and cut a small hole in the bottom corner.
  5. 5 Frost the cooled cupcakes with blue frosting and then draw a star on top using the white frosting piping bag.

By Hsr

Blintz Souffle II

Blintz Souffle II

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Melt the butter in a 2-quart casserole, and place the frozen blintzes on top of the butter in a single layer. Mix the eggs, sour cream, sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and orange juice in a bowl until thoroughly combined, and pour the mixture over the blintzes.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until the top is lightly browned, and a toothpick inserted into the center of the casserole comes out clean, about 45 minutes.

By Lisa Altmiller

Chanukah Cookies

Chanukah Cookies

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease or line baking sheets. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into a large bowl.
  2. 2 Beat butter and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla extract and orange juice. Gradually stir in flour mixture to form a dough.
  3. 3 Roll out dough on a floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Cut dough into desired holiday shapes with cookie cutters, dipping the cutters into flour as needed so they don't stick to the dough; place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Allow cookies to cool briefly on the baking sheets before removing them to a wire rack to cool completely.

By DelightfulDines