Daily Indulgence: May 2015 Recipe Calendar

ay-Grilled Pound Cake with Lemon Cream and Blueberries

Satisfy your cravings with decadent recipes including chocolate desserts, impressive cakes and pies, and rich main dishes.

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Derby Truffles

Photo: Jennifer Davick

This one-bite wonders are perfect for casual get togethers or a fun favor for your next party. Make a batch and you'll see why we love them.

Derby Truffles Recipe

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Dutch Oven Double Chocolate Cake

Photo: Thomas J. Story

Skip the simple smores and make this gorgeous double chocolate cake on your next camping trip. That's right, you can make it right over your campfire.

Dutch Oven Double Chocolate Cake Recipe

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Mini Triple-Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cakes

Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Planning a birthday party this month? Whip up a batch of these too-cute, tasty treats. The recipe makes two dozen, so invite plenty of friends!

Mini Triple-Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cakes Recipe

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Flourless Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Cookies

Jamie Vespa

This simple recipe is our most requested, most shared cookie recipe ever. As a bonus, it's gluten free. Win win!

Flourless Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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Milk Punch Tres Leches Cake

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Serve up a gooey, gorgeous treat for your friends tonight. This must-make dessert recipe is top notch!

Milk Punch Tres Leches Cake Recipe

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Hot Chocolate Fudge Cakes

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Who cares if it's getting warmer outside? These decadent single-serve desserts are too good to limit to only part of the year.

Hot Chocolate Fudge Cakes Recipe

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Yellow Sheet Cake with Chocolate Frosting

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

This cake is just as easy to make as a boxed mix and easily twice as delicious. Don't skip the frosting--our users rated it the best they'd ever tasted!

Yellow Sheet Cake with Chocolate Frosting Recipe

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Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread

Photo: Hannah Whitaker; Styling: Tizana Agnello

Planning to serve Mom breakfast in bed? Save this recipe for Sunday morning. You won't be sorry.

Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread Recipe

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Mama's German Chocolate Cake

Photo: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Margaret Dickey; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck

Make Mama proud by serving up a slice of this delicious layer cake loaded with German chocolate icing.

Mama's German Chocolate Cake Recipe

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No-Bake Chocolate-Oatmeal Cookies

Photo: Lee Harrelson; Stylists: Mindi Shapiro, Ana Kelley

You can skip the preheat cycle for these delicious chocolate-oatmeal cookies; these bad boys set up without any help from the oven.

No-Bake Chocolate-Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

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Summer Veggie Sandwich

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Planning a picnic anytime this summer? Pin this easy sandwich recipe. It travels well and looks gorgeous when you slice it.

Summer Veggie Sandwich Recipe

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My Favorite Lemon Bars

Photo: Oxmoor House

Fresh lemon juice is the only way to go with this recipe. Use anything else and you'll be oh-so sorry.

My Favorite Lemon Bars Recipe

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Mile-High Hummingbird Cake

Mile-High White Chocolate Hummingbird Cake

Photo: Oxmoor House

First printed in 1978, the Hummingbird Cake remains the most-requested Southern Living recipe of all time. One taste and you'll see why.

Mile-High Hummingbird Cake Recipe

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So Good Brownies

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Marian Cooper Cairns

The name says it all: These brownies are so good that you'll never need another brownie recipe ever again.

So Good Brownies Recipe

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The Ultimate Chocolate Pie

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Crust, mousse, filling, and shavings, this chocolate pie lives up to its name! Serve it with a glass of milk and enjoy.

The Ultimate Chocolate Pie Recipe

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Dark Chocolate Ice Cream with Sichuan Peanut Brittle

Photo: Tru Studio

There's no question, you'll want a second scoop of this over-the-top ice cream. Grab a spoon and dig in.

Dark Chocolate Ice Cream with Sichuan Peanut Brittle Recipe

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Lemon-Yogurt Crumb Cake

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell

A swirl of lemon curd gives this cake and extra moist kick of flavor. Serve it for breakfast or dessert, just serve it!

Lemon-Yogurt Crumb Cake Recipe

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Cherry-Hazelnut Cake with Streusel Topping

Photo: Neil Dacosta

You can argue Team Salty or Team Sweet all you want. In the end, we all want a slice of this breakfast cake.

Cherry-Hazelnut Cake with Streusel Topping Recipe

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The Best Ice-Cream Sandwich Ever

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia Degaris-Pursell

Homemade ice cream sandwiches put the store-bought variety to shame. Grab the kids and make some fun in the kitchen tonight.

The Best Ice-Cream Sandwich Ever Recipe

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Double-Caramel Turtle Cake

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Double the caramel means double the reasons to lick your fingers after indulging in this must-make chocolate cake.

Double-Caramel Turtle Cake Recipe

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Chocolate-Pecan Macaroons

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr

Upgrade your coffee break. These mouthwatering macaroons will take you away to a cozy hideaway without ever having to leave your office.

Chocolate-Pecan Macaroons Recipe

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Banana Pudding

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Summer feels like it's right around the corner, so we have to ask: Do you prefer your banana pudding warm or cold? This pie can be served any way you like it, just be sure to brown that meringue to perfection.

Banana Pudding Recipe

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Chocolate Cola Cake with Cola Frosting

Flashback! If this cake doesn't take you back to memories of potlucks and family picnics, then you need to make this recipe right away for a sweet, chocolaty reminder. Pair with (what else?) cola!

Chocolate Cola Cake with Cola Frosting Recipe

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Beef and Bean Taco Salad

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Be honest: Your favorite part of the taco salad is the crispy shell, right? Bring that fantastic flavor home. We'll show you how.

Beef and Bean Taco Salad Recipe

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Butter-Crunch Lemon Bars

Photo: Oxmoor House

This might be the only recipe that our users have rated as too indulgent. That's a win! You can also try the recipe with oranges.

Butter-Crunch Lemon Bars Recipe

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Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Swirled strawberry goodness transforms a typically delicious pound cake into an extraordinary dessert. Top with fresh strawberries and whipped cream if you can resist eating a slice fresh from the oven.

Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe

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Chocolate-Mocha Muffins

Photo: David Prince; Styling: Linda Hirst

We flirted over their double chocolate status, but it was the mocha flavor that sent us head-over-heels into a love spiral. Who are we to resist?

Chocolate-Mocha Muffins Recipe

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Strawberry Cheesecake Pops

Photo: Jason Varney; Styling: Claire Spollen

A dusting of graham cracker crumbs is all these must-try pops need to go from fun to fabulous.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pops Recipe

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Key Lime Bars

Photo: Alan Richardson; Styling: Betty Alfenito

Lovers of Key limes may miss this email; they're likely to be out back on the patio with a fresh beverage in hand. If you do happen to see this recipe, head for the kitchen. Most of the ingredients can be found in your pantry.

Key Lime Bars Recipe

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Caramel-Pecan Brownies

Oxmoor House

If you make these brownies to take to a party, you may as well go ahead and print out a few copies of the recipe ahead of time. They're just that good.

Caramel-Pecan Brownies Recipe

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Grilled Pound Cake with Blueberries

Grilled Pound Cake with Lemon Cream and Blueberries

Photo: Kate Sears; Styling: Susan Vajaranant

It's true: You can grill pound cake, and it's delicious. Top with a little melty ice cream for added flavor.

Grilled Pound Cake with Blueberries Recipe

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Daily Indulgence: May 2015

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Derby Truffles

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Dutch Oven Double Chocolate Cake

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Mini Triple-Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cakes

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Flourless Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Milk Punch Tres Leches Cake

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Hot Chocolate Fudge Cakes

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Yellow Sheet Cake with Chocolate Frosting

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Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread

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Mama's German Chocolate Cake

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No-Bake Chocolate-Oatmeal Cookies

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Summer Veggie Sandwich

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My Favorite Lemon Bars

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Mile-High Hummingbird Cake

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So Good Brownies

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The Ultimate Chocolate Pie

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Dark Chocolate Ice Cream with Sichuan Peanut Brittle

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Lemon-Yogurt Crumb Cake

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Cherry-Hazelnut Cake with Streusel Topping

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The Best Ice-Cream Sandwich Ever

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Double-Caramel Turtle Cake

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Chocolate-Pecan Macaroons

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Banana Pudding

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Chocolate Cola Cake with Cola Frosting

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Beef and Bean Taco Salad

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Butter-Crunch Lemon Bars

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Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake

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Chocolate-Mocha Muffins

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Strawberry Cheesecake Pops

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Key Lime Bars

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Caramel-Pecan Brownies

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Grilled Pound Cake with Blueberries

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