Warm weather is here, and with it, the inevitable cravings for ice cream and other frozen treats. Sure, a scoop of organic sorbet could do the trick, but sometimes nothing beats a bite of chilly nostalgia best enjoyed on sweltering days at the community pool. If the tinkling tunes of the ice cream truck don't grace your neighborhood nearly enough, we've rounded up 11 iconic frozen novelties that Read more

According to the U.S. Patent and Trademark office, the first Oreo was sold on March 6, 1912. This makes the Oreo 100 years old. To celebrate its centennial, whip up one of these tasty Oreo-inspired treats. From bread pudding to spiked shakes, there's something for everyone. Go ahead and buy a package of America's beloved cookie, and create one of these delectable delights. Sources: Jennifer L Read more

Fans of nostalgic packaged sweet treats may be racing to stock up with the news that Hostess Brands may fold, but we have a different approach: making our own! Several enterprising chefs have re-created their favorite nostalgic treats which look even better than the original. And an added bonus? Those preservatives that will keep those Hostess treats (and possibly your gastrointestinal tract) Read more

Whether the Easter Bunny brings you marshmallow Peeps, Cadbury Creme Eggs, and jellybeans — or you go out and buy your own — like Halloween, this holiday surrounds us with delicious, crave-worthy candy. It's only one time of year, so don't hesitate to indulge, but before you do, check out how many nibbles of your favorite Easter goodies add up to 100 calories. Read more

National Chocolate Week ends today, but it's not too late to honor this tempting ingredient. We've gathered up 10 of our richest and most beguiling recipes to whip up before this delectable holiday ends. Of course, we firmly believe in chocolate's culinary ubiquity, so feel free to enjoy these sweet treats in perpetuity! Photos: Camilla Salem and Lauren Hendrickson Read more

Get festive and celebrate St. Patrick's Day with one of these booze-infused desserts. Whether you're into simple stout beer or something a little stronger, there's a liquor-filled treat to satisfy any craving. From a creamy Guinness cocktail to light, refreshing margarita popsicles, here are nine boozy sweets to try on March 17. Read more

With their vibrant colors and lacy frills, dainty, crisp-crusted French macarons are the perfect Valentine's Day baking project. But these lovely little delicacies are temperamental enough to stump even the most accomplished chefs. Even if you follow a detailed recipe down to the letter, a batch of macarons can go very wrong very quickly. Thanks to humidity, an unreliable oven temperature gauge, Read more

If there's one thing I could eat every day, it's chocolate and fruit. Chocolate-covered strawberries are one of those decadent desserts that people save for special, romantic occasions, but I don't really understand that. This technique for dipping your strawberries in melted chocolate is so simple, it can and should be enjoyed regularly. While many recipes tell you to melt chocolate and butter Read more

Since veggies are bursting with nutrition, we could always stand to get more in our diets. If you're having a hard time stomaching one more bite of salad, here are some sweeter ways to enjoy your veggies, without even realizing it. If healthy eating is one of your goals for the year, be sure to enter our Get Fit For 2012 giveaway for a chance to win a Magimix juicer and a year's worth of KIND Read more

Now that we've rounded the corner of a new year, we're looking back with nostalgia at some of our favorite recipes of 2011. First up: our most impressive sugary standouts from the past 365 days. Want to end your meal in an outstanding way? Click through for some sweet inspiration. Read more