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12 Old-Fashioned Desserts That Taste Just Like Grandma’s

Step into a world of nostalgia with our collection of 12 old-fashioned desserts that capture the essence of Grandma’s kitchen. These timeless recipes, filled with rich flavors and traditional ingredients, promise to bring back cherished memories and satisfy your cravings for classic sweets.

Canadian Fruit Cake

Canadian Christmas Fruit Cake
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This Fruit Cake is a wonderful staple in the homes of Canadians during some of their most special days. Packed with dried fruits such as pineapples, cherries, raisins and dates, mixed with pecans and soaked in rum, this recipe tastes unique and delicious. Try it with a cup of tea!

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Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies

Pecan Snowball Cookies.
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This cookie recipe is made with pecans and exhibits an almost shortbread-like texture that we LOVE. With just 6 ingredients and 10 minutes of active work, you’ll love these melt-in-your-mouth Buttery Pecan Snowball cookies!

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Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies
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I have made hundreds of chocolate chip cookies over my time as a food blogger and I can confidently say that this is the best recipe I have ever tried. This Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe is incredible, and this post will teach you how to make it perfectly every time.

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Shortbread Cookies with Jam

Shortbread Cookies with Jam
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Sables, or Shortbread Cookies with Jam, are a delicious cookie sandwich usually topped with powdered sugar and filled with some type of jam. These shortbread cookies are delicious in all contexts, whether it’s to taste the culture of Algeria or simply to impress at your next Christmas party.

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Lime Jello Salad Recipe with Cream Cheese

Lime Jello Salad Recipe with Cream Cheese
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Lime jello salad is a holiday tradition that has stood the test of time. Make this vintage recipe to add a little sweetness to a heavy, holiday meal.

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Jello Poke Cake

Red, White and Blue Jello Poke Cake
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Jello Poke Cake made with red and blue jello is perfect for a tasty treat that reminds you of Grandma’s kitchen!

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Apple Pie with Cloves

Apple Pie with Cloves
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Homemade Apple Pie is filled with lots of ground cloves for a spectacular fall flavor. This apple pie with cloves recipe is perfect for the cinnamon hater in your life. Made with a homemade crust and easily made a day before serving.

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Old Fashioned Banana Cream Pie Recipe

Old Fashioned Banana Cream Pie Recipe
Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

Buttery pie crust filled with freshly sliced bananas and an easy-to-make homemade custard (thanks to a secret weapon) make this the most delicious Old-Fashioned Banana Cream Pie ever.

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Easy Bread Pudding Recipe

Easy Bread Pudding Recipe
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This Easy Bread Pudding Recipe is made with Chocolate Chip Brioche Rolls and smothered in a warm vanilla sauce. It is the perfect winter treat and will make you want to cozy up next to the fireplace and enjoy a serving of the perfect Christmas dessert.
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Rice Pudding

How to Make Arroz con Leche
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This rice pudding is made by cooking the rice with 3 milks and cinnamon for a sweet taste of the old days that everyone will love!

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Homemade Banana Pudding

Homemade Banana Pudding
Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

This Homemade Banana Pudding recipe is a classic Southern dessert made with layers of sliced fresh bananas, an easy homemade custard, Nilla wafers, and topped with a light and fluffy meringue! It’s the perfect way to finish any Southern meal!

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Easy Lemon Bars

Easy Lemon Bars
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These Easy Lemon Bars have a buttery shortbread crust with a deliciously sweet and tart layer of gooey lemon curd made with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest baked on top! Dust them with a generous sprinkle of powdered sugar for a beautiful finish and you’ve got a dessert bar that is party ready in no time!

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The Best Baked Apples

The Best Baked Apples
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The Best Baked Apples are simple and can be prepared all the way until baking ahead of time. They are perfectly paired with a crisp apple wine and a generous scoop of vanilla, butter or caramel ice cream.

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