Happy National Strawberry Shortcake Day!


Updated 06/14/11 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Strawberry Shortcake Recipes

Our favorite Hasbro character would be thrilled: not only are strawberries at their peak right now, but today is also National Strawberry Shortcake Day! Strawberries, whipped cream, and cake are a seemingly simple combination, yet the three items come together with undeniably magical results. We've compiled five different approaches to re-creating the treat — so all you've got to do is pick Read more

Need Dessert in a Hurry? Make Strawberry Shortcake Trifle!


Updated 05/27/11 11:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Recipe

Think fast! You've just been invited to a Memorial Day barbecue that promises to be fun and fabulous. The hostess asked you to bring a dessert. What do you make? Instead of picking up an expensive store-bought confection, head to the local market and get the ingredients to make this easy and uncomplicated strawberry shortcake trifle. The winning combination of fluffy vanilla cake, sweet, juicy Read more

Berry Tempting: Strawberry Shortcake Parfaits


Updated 05/06/10 10:40 PM · Posted by partysugar · 7 comments

Strawberry Shortcake Parfait Recipe

One of the best things about the Spring and Summer is the delicious plethora of in-season fruit, particularly berries. A perfectly ripe berry is like a jewel — rich, beautiful, and addictive. This year we're celebrating the bite-sized world of berries by featuring a different berry each month. May is devoted to, yep you guessed it, strawberries! Let us begin by rethinking a quintessential Read more

Count on Classic Strawberry Shortcake to Sweeten Your Day


Updated 08/11/09 1:15 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 8 comments

Easy Recipe For Traditional Strawberry Shortcake

If you asked me to choose between blackberries, blueberries, tayberries, raspberries, or any other type of berry, it'd be virtually impossible for me to pick just one, for I simply love them all. But, perhaps because I grew up eating them as a child, when it comes to dessert cravings, I tend to gravitate toward sweets that feature strawberries. One evening, I had an intense craving for Read more

7 Easy Foods to Make With Your Kids


Updated 05/08/09 5:55 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

7 Kid-Friendly Foods

If you don't have major plans this weekend, grab your daughter, son, niece, or kid brother and make some meals: here in California, May 9 is Cook With Your Kids Day — so, for inspiration, we've compiled some of our favorite kid-friendly recipes. Just remember: to be safe, never leave kids unattended in the kitchen. Here, you can scope out fun kitchen recipes, ranging from finger foods to Read more

Do Kiddie Characters Really Need Makeovers?


Updated 03/22/09 11:14 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 13 comments

Do Kiddie Characters Really Need Makeovers?

After much speculation, the new tweenage Dora the Explorer was unveiled this week. Some mothers breathed a sigh of relief when they saw that the long haired, leggy character was not quite as mature as some had feared, and Mattel assured them that she will remain the same wholesome girl their daughters have grown to love. Dora is not the first children's character to mature right before our Read more

Scrumptious Strawberry Shortcake


Updated 06/27/09 7:59 AM · Posted by partysugar · 22 comments

Scrumptious Strawberry Shortcake

Ever since I spoke to Pat and Gina Neely, I've wanted to make their famous strawberry shortcut cake. Last weekend, I finally got around to making this divinely delicious dessert that combines vanilla cake with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and strawberry gelatin. Gina's recipe uses a store-bought cake mix, but I had extra time so I made a vanilla cake from scratch. Thanks to the strawberry Read more

Strawberry Shortcake Two Ways - Beginner & Expert


Updated 05/22/07 5:39 PM · Posted by partysugar · 13 comments

Strawberry Shortcake Two Ways - Beginner & Expert

Making a quick fix strawberry shortcake is as simple as layering angel food cake (which they conveniently place next to the strawberries), strawberries, and cool whip to create a super easy, rapid dessert. However, if you have the time and patience, I highly recommend making your own homemade version. Doughy warm shortcakes with juicy strawberries and a fluffy whipped cream will instantly melt in Read more

What's Yummy This Week


Updated 06/18/11 4:40 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Top Food Stories This Week

Quick! Make these 10 cherry dishes before the season is over. Add some variety to your barbecues with these 5 different ways to grill fish. National Strawberry Shortcake Day may be over, but you can still whip up one of these strawberry shortcake recipes! Tiny kitchen? No worries — we've got 5 ways to make the most of your kitchen space. We're spending our weekend at the Aspen Food and Wine Read more