The Recipe Library: Desserts

Oma's Skor Bar Cookies

Skor Bar Cookies (Chocolate Toffee Bark)

Gerhild Fulson

These Skor Bar cookies are so delicious, you'll want to make them often. German? Nope! Delicious? Yes! Quick? Yes!

Cookies Desserts

Skor Bar Cookies (Chocolate Toffee Bark)

Gerhild Fulson

These Skor Bar cookies are so delicious, you'll want to make them often. German? Nope! Delicious? Yes! Quick? Yes!

Cookies Desserts
Oma's Simple Oatmeal Cookie Recipe

Super Easy Oatmeal Cookies (Haferflockenkekse)

Gerhild Fulson

Here's my simple Oatmeal Cookie recipe, aka Haferflockenkekse, that's quick to make and can easily be altered to your tastes. Your kids will love helping you decide what to add...

Cookies Desserts

Super Easy Oatmeal Cookies (Haferflockenkekse)

Gerhild Fulson

Here's my simple Oatmeal Cookie recipe, aka Haferflockenkekse, that's quick to make and can easily be altered to your tastes. Your kids will love helping you decide what to add...

Cookies Desserts
Vanillekipferln ~ Shortbread Cookie Recipe

Shortbread Cookies with Hazelnuts (Vanillekipfe...

Gerhild Fulson

This Shortbread Cookie recipe, the German Vanillekipferln, is one of the best Christmas cookie recipes that's an easy version of the original.

Cookies Desserts Holiday

Shortbread Cookies with Hazelnuts (Vanillekipfe...

Gerhild Fulson

This Shortbread Cookie recipe, the German Vanillekipferln, is one of the best Christmas cookie recipes that's an easy version of the original.

Cookies Desserts Holiday
Heidi's German Rhubarb Pudding

Rhubarb Pudding (Rhabarbergrütze)

Gerhild Fulson

This German rhubarb pudding, aka Rhabarbergrütze, is a great way to use up and enjoy that lovely homegrown rhubarb!

Desserts

Rhubarb Pudding (Rhabarbergrütze)

Gerhild Fulson

This German rhubarb pudding, aka Rhabarbergrütze, is a great way to use up and enjoy that lovely homegrown rhubarb!

Desserts
Margaret's Rhubarb Dump Cake

Rhubarb Dump Cake (Rhabarber-Dump-Kuchen)

Gerhild Fulson

Th is rhubarb dump cake is a favorite every time spring comes, thanks to my friend, Margaret, who shared her recipe with me.

Desserts International rhubarb

Rhubarb Dump Cake (Rhabarber-Dump-Kuchen)

Gerhild Fulson

Th is rhubarb dump cake is a favorite every time spring comes, thanks to my friend, Margaret, who shared her recipe with me.

Desserts International rhubarb
Slice of rhubarb streusel cake on a white plate with whipped cream and a fork, flowers in background.

Rhubarb Cake With Streusel (Rhabarberkuchen mit...

Gerhild Fulson

German rhubarb cake with streusel (rhabarberkuchen mit streusel) was a sweet treat Mutti often made. Now I bake it just like she did, buttery and so lecker!

Desserts

Rhubarb Cake With Streusel (Rhabarberkuchen mit...

Gerhild Fulson

German rhubarb cake with streusel (rhabarberkuchen mit streusel) was a sweet treat Mutti often made. Now I bake it just like she did, buttery and so lecker!

Desserts
Fun and simple cheesecake, Käse-Sahne Torte, for any occasion

Yogurt Mousse Cake (Käse-Sahne-Torte)

Gerhild Fulson

This amazing recipe for cheesecake has a no-bake filling nestled between layers of sponge cake.

Cake Cheesecake Desserts

Yogurt Mousse Cake (Käse-Sahne-Torte)

Gerhild Fulson

This amazing recipe for cheesecake has a no-bake filling nestled between layers of sponge cake.

Cake Cheesecake Desserts
Easy Raspberry Cake Without Flour (Einfache Himbeertorte)

Easy Raspberry Cake Without Flour (Einfache Him...

Gerhild Fulson

An EASY raspberry cake, aka himbeertorte? Something that is so delicious, so scrumptious, so delectable and so pretty ... just can't be easy, can it? Or can it? And it's...

Berries Cake Desserts

Easy Raspberry Cake Without Flour (Einfache Him...

Gerhild Fulson

An EASY raspberry cake, aka himbeertorte? Something that is so delicious, so scrumptious, so delectable and so pretty ... just can't be easy, can it? Or can it? And it's...

Berries Cake Desserts
Oma Gerhild's Raisin Squares

Raisin Squares (Rosinenschnitten)

Gerhild Fulson

With its spicy aroma, these rosinenschnitten great at Christmas as well. Covered with a lemon butter icing, I alter it using almond flavoring instead - a mock marzipan flavor -...

Baked Bars Desserts

Raisin Squares (Rosinenschnitten)

Gerhild Fulson

With its spicy aroma, these rosinenschnitten great at Christmas as well. Covered with a lemon butter icing, I alter it using almond flavoring instead - a mock marzipan flavor -...

Baked Bars Desserts
Mutti's Räderkuchen

Mutti's Räderkuchen: Deep-Fried Pastries

Gerhild Fulson

Quick, deep-fried, and rolled in cinnamon-sugar, räderkuchen were little bites of heaven at our house. Like homemade doughnuts, only cuter.

Cookies Desserts Fried

Mutti's Räderkuchen: Deep-Fried Pastries

Gerhild Fulson

Quick, deep-fried, and rolled in cinnamon-sugar, räderkuchen were little bites of heaven at our house. Like homemade doughnuts, only cuter.

Cookies Desserts Fried
Oma's German Peach Cake Recipe

Peach Cake (Pfirsich-Streuselkuchen)

Gerhild Fulson

If warm peaches, buttery streusel, and that fresh-from-Oma’s-oven smell make you smile, this peach cake is exactly what you came for.

Cake Desserts Fruit

Peach Cake (Pfirsich-Streuselkuchen)

Gerhild Fulson

If warm peaches, buttery streusel, and that fresh-from-Oma’s-oven smell make you smile, this peach cake is exactly what you came for.

Cake Desserts Fruit
Oma's Poppy Seed Roll ~ Mohnrolle

Poppy Seed Roll (Mohnrolle / Mohnstrudel)

Gerhild Fulson

My poppy seed roll, aka Mohnrolle, is so easy to make. Use your bread machine to whip up the dough. Then, prepare the filling (or use canned), roll it all...

Desserts Poppy Seeds Vegetarian

Poppy Seed Roll (Mohnrolle / Mohnstrudel)

Gerhild Fulson

My poppy seed roll, aka Mohnrolle, is so easy to make. Use your bread machine to whip up the dough. Then, prepare the filling (or use canned), roll it all...

Desserts Poppy Seeds Vegetarian
Mutti's Poppy Seed Cake Recipe

Poppy Seed Cake with Streusel (Mohn-Streuselkuc...

Gerhild Fulson

Mutti's Poppy Seed Cake (mohnkuchen) is a rich, nutty delight with a buttery streusel topping. My classic bake for any occasion.

Cake Desserts Poppy Seeds

Poppy Seed Cake with Streusel (Mohn-Streuselkuc...

Gerhild Fulson

Mutti's Poppy Seed Cake (mohnkuchen) is a rich, nutty delight with a buttery streusel topping. My classic bake for any occasion.

Cake Desserts Poppy Seeds
Dorka's Plum Cake Recipe

Plum Cake, Double Crust (Zwetschgenkuchen, Dopp...

Gerhild Fulson

This plum cake with a double crust was sent in by one of my dear Facebook fans, Dorka. She has kindly permitted me to share her Zwetschgenkuchen mit Keks-und Rührteig...

Desserts Plums Vegetarian

Plum Cake, Double Crust (Zwetschgenkuchen, Dopp...

Gerhild Fulson

This plum cake with a double crust was sent in by one of my dear Facebook fans, Dorka. She has kindly permitted me to share her Zwetschgenkuchen mit Keks-und Rührteig...

Desserts Plums Vegetarian
Oma's Plum Cake Recipe ~ Pflaumenkuchen with Streusel

Plum Cake (Streusel Pflaumenkuchen / Zwetschgen...

Gerhild Fulson

Looking for a real German plum cake? This zwetschgenkuchen brings tender plums, buttery crumble, and simple homemade comfort in every bite.

Desserts Plums Vegetarian

Plum Cake (Streusel Pflaumenkuchen / Zwetschgen...

Gerhild Fulson

Looking for a real German plum cake? This zwetschgenkuchen brings tender plums, buttery crumble, and simple homemade comfort in every bite.

Desserts Plums Vegetarian
Oma's German Pineapple Cake

Pineapple Cake (Ananaskuchen)

Gerhild Fulson

My pineapple cake recipe, aka ananaskuchen, is one of those easy German recipes that is so quick to make. Basically, it all goes into one bowl, stir, bake, and enjoy.

Cake Desserts Fruit

Pineapple Cake (Ananaskuchen)

Gerhild Fulson

My pineapple cake recipe, aka ananaskuchen, is one of those easy German recipes that is so quick to make. Basically, it all goes into one bowl, stir, bake, and enjoy.

Cake Desserts Fruit
Ingrid's Easy Pecan Bar Recipe

Pecan Bars (Pekannuss Schnitten)

Gerhild Fulson

This yummy pecan bar recipe comes from my German cousin, Ingrid. Once she immigrated to Canada, she found this easy method to try to recreate one of her favorite treats,...

Bars Desserts Pecans

Pecan Bars (Pekannuss Schnitten)

Gerhild Fulson

This yummy pecan bar recipe comes from my German cousin, Ingrid. Once she immigrated to Canada, she found this easy method to try to recreate one of her favorite treats,...

Bars Desserts Pecans
Nussecken: German Nut Corners Recipe

Nut Corners (Nussecken)

Gerhild Fulson

Nut Corners Recipe: Chocolate-dipped nussecken with a buttery shortbread base, apricot jam layer, and caramelized nut topping—a perfect treat for year-round indulgence.

Bars Christmas Desserts

Nut Corners (Nussecken)

Gerhild Fulson

Nut Corners Recipe: Chocolate-dipped nussecken with a buttery shortbread base, apricot jam layer, and caramelized nut topping—a perfect treat for year-round indulgence.

Bars Christmas Desserts
Oma's German Marble Pound Cake Recipe

Marble Pound Cake (Marmorkuchen)

Gerhild Fulson

This favorite marble cake recipe, aka Marmorkuchen, has been in our family for years. Our boys 'loved' the chocolate part. Because of that, I would often make two-thirds of the...

Cake Chocolate Desserts

Marble Pound Cake (Marmorkuchen)

Gerhild Fulson

This favorite marble cake recipe, aka Marmorkuchen, has been in our family for years. Our boys 'loved' the chocolate part. Because of that, I would often make two-thirds of the...

Cake Chocolate Desserts
Very traditional Linzertorte

Linzer Torte (Linzertorte)

Gerhild Fulson

Rose's Linzertorte is one that's been handed down for generations.

Austrian Cake Christmas

Linzer Torte (Linzertorte)

Gerhild Fulson

Rose's Linzertorte is one that's been handed down for generations.

Austrian Cake Christmas