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10 Delicious Desserts Straight From Grandma's Kitchen

September 30, 2021
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Grandma Zerr's Apricot Kuchen
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There's nothing quite like walking into Grandma's house to smell a sweet dessert being baked in the kitchen. Whether it's a batch of cookies, tender sheet cake, or a fruit-filled tart, no matter what these treats are infused with that special something that only grandmothers seem to have. We've rounded up 10 grandma-made dessert recipes so you can recreate that nostalgia in your own home. 

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Grandma Carroll's Cinnamon Rolls

Grandma Carroll's Cinnamon Rolls
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Light and fluffy thanks to the yeast dough, these cinnamon rolls are perfect for soaking up the rich vanilla icing. 

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Grandma Mary's Shortbread

Grandma Mary’s Shortbread
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Your holiday season isn't complete without these shortbread cookies! Keep plain or decorate for your next Christmas party.

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Grandma's Chocolate Popcorn

Grandma's Chocolate Popcorn
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Pop up a bunch of this tasty treat and your family will demand more...it's addictive!

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Grandma & Katie's Frozen Dessert

Grandma and Katie's Frozen Dessert
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Refreshing during the summer, or any time of year, this tasty treat can be made ahead of time.

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Grandma's Molasses Crinkles

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Beware: these melt-in-your-mouth molasses cookies are as good as grandma's.

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Grandma's Truly Delicious Fruitcake

Grandma’s Truly Delicious Fruitcake on a white stand
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Everyone should make, or at least taste, fruitcake done right. This recipe is easy and surprisingly delicious, making it a great place to start. The texture here is like a fig newton mixed with a granola bar, plus sticky, chewy goodness and a delightful crunch from the nuts. 

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Grandma's Soft Sugar Cookies

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Credit: Oxmoor House
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These cookies will bring back sweet memories of Grandma's kitchen.

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Grandma Zerr's Apricot Kuchen

Grandma Zerr's Apricot Kuchen
Credit: Tina Rupp
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Kuchen is a traditional German fruit- or cheese-filled yeast cake that's common in North Dakota (Nancy Olson says it's in countless church cookbooks) and served at any time of day. This is Olson's adaptation of her grandmother's version. "I love that this is a hearty, rustic, belly-filling pastry; nothing dainty about it," she says.

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Grandma's Chocolate Cake

Grandma's Chocolate Cake
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A creamy cocoa frosting tops this rich and decadent sheet cake...the ultimate chocolate indulgence!

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Grandma's Tea Cakes

Grandma's Tea Cakes
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Heather Chadduck
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Buttery and sweet, these chewy cookies are infused with the flavors of vanilla and a hint of lemon juice. Dunk in a cup of hot black tea for the ultimate treat.

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    1 of 10 Grandma Carroll's Cinnamon Rolls
    2 of 10 Grandma Mary's Shortbread
    3 of 10 Grandma's Chocolate Popcorn
    4 of 10 Grandma & Katie's Frozen Dessert
    5 of 10 Grandma's Molasses Crinkles
    6 of 10 Grandma's Truly Delicious Fruitcake
    7 of 10 Grandma's Soft Sugar Cookies
    8 of 10 Grandma Zerr's Apricot Kuchen
    9 of 10 Grandma's Chocolate Cake
    10 of 10 Grandma's Tea Cakes

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