If you've never heard, can I introduce you to the concept of 'dump cake?' While the name is quite unflattering, the concept is genius! The cake consists of several pantry ingredients and some eggs...involves a few stirs and about an hour in the oven. And all the busy moms rejoiced! Any time I have to make a dessert on the fly, it's a dump cake. This particular cake is of the pumpkin variety. And hold the term cake loosely, because this tastes like a pumpkin pie … [Read more...]
Make Ahead Thanksgiving Dessert: Pumpkin Brownie Ice Cream Cake
Growing up my grandma made the most delicious frozen pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving. I've always thought her recipe couldn't be topped... and then I saw this version from our contributor Natalie that adds in chocolate and Oreos. Sorry Nana, but I think I may have a new favorite. Read on for the full recipe. Make-ahead menu items can be a total lifesaver during the holidays. You can plan and execute in advance and then look like a superhero at your holiday meal. And while an ice cream cake … [Read more...]