Jolene's Recipe Journal

L is for Lemon This No-Bake Lemon Lush Dessert is a creamy, layered dessert made with a graham cracker crust, sweet cream cheese filling, smooth lemon pie filling, and whipped topping. It’s an easy make-ahead dessert perfect for potlucks, holidays, and summer gatherings.

  Strawberry season will soon be here, bringing fresh, juicy berries to markets and farms across the country. These strawberry recipes are some of my family’s favorites, from summer desserts and breakfast ideas to refreshing drinks and salads.

  Spring baking is all about bright flavors and fresh ingredients. This collection of dessert recipes highlights some of my favorite seasonal bakes, from citrus-forward treats to fruity cookies and cakes. Whether you’re planning a party or just want something sweet to bake, you’ll find plenty of ideas here. Baked Carrot Cake Donuts Spiced carrot donuts with rich cream cheese frosting. They capture all the flavor of classic carrot cake in an easy, handheld bite. Deviled Egg Sugar Cookies Egg-shaped cookies topped with a yellow frosting “yolk” and red sanding sugar. A fun, eye-catching treat for parties and holidays. Strawberry Lemon Crinkle Cookies Soft, chewy cookies with a delicate lemon flavor and bursts of strawberry. The crinkle tops give them a classic look while keeping the texture light and tender. Lemon Greek Yogurt Bread A moist loaf made with Greek yogurt for natural richness, filled with vibrant lemon flavor and finished with a light lemon glaze. ...

These deviled egg sugar cookies are made in egg-shaped molds and topped with a yellow frosting “yolk” and a sprinkle of red sanding sugar. An easy, fun cookie that’s perfect for parties or holidays.

  These baked carrot cake donuts are flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg, then topped with a homemade cream cheese frosting.

C is for Chocolate Chip, Cookies and Crescent Rolls Chocolate Chip Crescent Roll Cookies are a mashup dessert that combines flaky crescent dough with soft chocolate chip cookie dough. Rolled, sliced, and baked into golden swirls, they’re warm, gooey, and impossible to resist.

Z is for Zeppole! These small Italian donuts have been a favorite in home kitchens for generations. Traditionally made from a simple yeasted batter, they’re lightly sweet and soft. This version adds a touch of orange zest for a bright, fresh flavor that makes them extra special. Unlike some traditional recipes that are shaped or filled, this method uses small scoops of batter for easy frying. The result is bite sized, golden donuts finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar that make them simple to enjoy at home. What You'll Need 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast 1-1/2 cups warm whole milk (110° to 115°) 3 large eggs, room temperature 5 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon orange zest  3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Oil for deep-fat frying Powdered sugar, for dusting How to Make It In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, orange zest, yeast mixture, and 2 cups flour. Beat on medium speed until smooth. Gra...

If Halloween is all about the treats, Trick or Treat Brownie Trifles deliver. Fudgy brownies, creamy pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and a mix of candy and cookies.

Halloween is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen. From spooky sweets to savory bites and festive drinks, these recipes are all treats, no tricks!

If you’re looking for an easy make-ahead recipe that tastes like fall in a jar, this Maple Pumpkin Chia Pudding is the answer! Creamy and naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup, it is spiced with warm pumpkin pie flavors and makes the perfect breakfast, snack, or even dessert.

Q is for Quick Bread! For the letter Q in the Alphabet Challenge, I’m sharing a simple Blueberry Banana Quick Bread that  comes together quickly and is exactly the kind of recipe I make when I want something homemade without a lot of fuss.

Juicy blueberries and buttery, flaky shortcakes come together for a fun twist on classic strawberry shortcake. Fresh lime adds a little zing, ginger gives it a warm kick, and a big spoonful of whipped cream makes it even better.

Have a tub of ice cream sitting in your freezer? Turn it into the fluffiest, easiest sweet bread you’ll ever bake! 

Tastes like a root beer float in cupcake form. Perfect easy summer dessert!

  A creamy, chocolatey espresso treat packed with cookie chunks for the perfect summer scoop!

M is for Mocha and Milkshake! When you need a cool caffeine boost, whip up this creamy mocha milkshake made with frozen coffee cubes and chocolate syrup!

  K is for Kuchen!  Kuchen roughly translates to “cake,” and this simple version pairs a rich buttery base with fresh berries and a crumbly sweet topping.

Who needs a campfire? This S’mores Icebox Cake captures all the classic flavor in a delicious, no-bake dessert.

These delicious Strawberry Tea Cakes are perfect for brunch, showers, Mother's Day or just treating yourself to a peaceful moment with your favorite cup of tea or coffee.

I is for Ice Cream (and irresistible)!  These Ice Cream Wafflewiches are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to customize, fun to make, and even more fun to eat!