Pressure Cooker Very Vanilla Cheesecake
Cinnamon and vanilla give this cheesecake so much flavor, and making it in the pressure cooker creates a silky, smooth texture that's hard to resist. —Krista Lanphier, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Fruit TartIt's well worth the effort to whip up this creamy fruit tart bursting with juicy berries. A friend gave me the recipe, and it always receives rave reviews at gatherings. —Susan Terzakis, Andover, Massachusetts
Blueberry BreadThis blueberry bread recipe is a simple quick bread you'll look forward to making when fresh blueberries are in season.
Vanilla Bean FizzA homemade vanilla bean syrup from our home economists fabulously flavors Champagne. The bubbly beverage is ideal for holidays throughout the year.
Rum Vanilla Cranberry SauceCranberry sauce is one of my favorite things—this jazzed-up version combines vanilla with rum to create a rich flavorful sauce that's far from the usual! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Vanilla & Cinnamon-Kissed Apple LatkesLatkes are crispy fried pancakes, often made with potatoes. But this sweet version with apples, orange juice, cinnamon and vanilla falls in the dessert realm. —Candy McMenamin, Lexington, South Carolina
Vanilla CheesecakeTo me, there is nothing better than a simple, elegant cheesecake where the vanilla takes center stage. And when I'm feeling decadent, I'll add the rich chocolate ganache topping. —Ellen Riley, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Vanilla Citrus CiderMy mom used to make cider for the holidays, so I based my citrus-vanilla variation on her recipe. I think it hits the spot! The longer the cider simmers, the stronger the flavors will be.—Kristin Weglarz, Bremerton, Washington
Vanilla FrostingLight, sweet and perfectly airy, this easy homemade vanilla frosting recipe makes a delicious topping for cakes, cupcakes, desserts and sweet breads.
Vanilla Ice Cream RecipeOur vanilla ice cream recipe is perfect for those who have never made ice cream in their life, as well as ice cream aficionados looking for a go-to, tried-and-true recipe to keep in their back pocket.
Vanilla WafersThis easy recipe for vanilla wafers creates buttery cookies that are equally chewy and crispy. Our seven-ingredient recipe yields more than three dozen cookies in only 35 minutes.
Meringue CookiesThese sweet little swirls are light as can be. They're all you need after a big, special dinner. —Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Hot Chocolate with MarshmallowsThis hot chocolate with marshmallows recipe isn't your average cup of hot cocoa. Melted marshmallows make this the fluffiest, frothiest, coziest cocoa you'll ever sip.
Vanilla CakeOur Test Kitchen created our best vanilla cake recipe yet. It's tender, moist and packed with rich vanilla flavor—a must for any special occasion.
Cream Puff DessertIndividual cream puffs are a lot of work, but this cream puff dessert delivers the same flavors and textures in a simpler format. Your guests will think you've gone all out!
Homemade Vanilla ExtractHomemade vanilla is fun to give in decorative bottles with attractive labels. Share it with special friends who like to cook or bake. —Becky Jo Smith, Kettle Falls, Washington
Frozen YogurtLooking for a sweet treat that is a bit better for you? Our Test Kitchen shows you how to make frozen yogurt with an ice cream maker right at home.
Pear-Stuffed French Vanilla ToastMy handyman, who is originally from Nicaragua, shared this classic breakfast dish his mother used to prepare. He says he makes it frequently for his children and they clean their plates! —Gail Borczyk, Boca Raton, Florida
Vanilla CrescentsThese cookies are especially cozy at Christmastime, but are wonderful all year long. Try them dipped into hot tea or coffee.—Cara McDonald, Winter Park, Colorado
Angel Food CakeThis top-rated angel food cake recipe is a light and airy dessert everyone loves. It's heavenly served with berries or other fresh fruit and a dollop of homemade whipped cream.
Berries with Vanilla CustardWhat a simple, delectable way to enjoy fresh raspberries. For a change, also try the custard with strawberries or peaches. —Sarah C. Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire
Vanilla Bean CupcakesMy son loves these vanilla bean cupcakes! Flecks of vanilla bean in the moist, tender cupcakes give them special-occasion status. —Alysha Braun, St. Catharines, Ontario
Almond-Vanilla Yogurt ParfaitsI’m a night-shift nurse. When I get home, I make a crunchy parfait with yogurt for a protein boost before heading off to a good day’s sleep. —Meredith Brazinski, Neptune, New Jersey
Elegant White Chocolate MousseThis Elegant White Chocolate Mousse is the ideal decadent finish to a lighter summer dinner. It is buttery and sweet, with strong notes of vanilla and a silky smooth texture, making it nearly impossible to put down. It’s also a busy cook’s dream recipe, as it comes together quickly and with only a handful of ingredients, all for a deliciously impressive result.
Fudge-Filled Vanilla CakeFor my husband’s birthday cake, I used white chocolate pudding mix as part of the cake’s topping. Guests rated this fluffy cake excellent. —Linnea Ledgister, Wausau, Wisconsin
Coffee CreamerThis homemade coffee creamer recipe turns four ingredients into a delightfully vanilla-forward creamer for coffee. Don't worry if you're not into vanilla flavors; you can customize the creamer with any flavors you crave!
