American fruits desserts recipes

Pineapple-Apple Rhubarb Pie

Here's a great spin on the original. It has a tropical element with the pineapple in it.

Strawberry-Rhubarb Angel Cake

Flavor combinations such as strawberry and rhubarb are classics for a reason--they taste great together! Enjoy them both in this elegant layered…

Potluck Apricot Cobbler

An old-fashioned cobbler makes a hit with crowds and one of my favorite cobbler fruits is apricots. These perky golden first fruits of summer have…

Applesauce Cake

This cake is big on warm, spicy flavors. It is simple to make and stays moist for days. Homemade applesauce is so easy to make and I think makes…

Deep Dish Blueberry Pie

Adapted from: Reader’s Digest Creative Cooking. If you like blueberries this will be on your list of favorite things to make. Enjoy with…

Gluten Free Rustic Apricot Slice

This rustic gluten free apricot recipe dishes up “a slice of the gluten free good life” without the sugar bomb.…

Poached Pears

A favorite fall dessert or breakfast fruit when pears are in season. This is a Better Homes and Garden Cookbook recipe, and the only liberty I take…

Date and Walnut Chews

This confection is perfect for special occasions or holiday socials. The dates provide chewy aspects while the nuts give it crunch! A sweet treat…

Rustic Strawberry Tart with Mascarpone Cream

Strawberry Shortcake in Scones!

These scones make for a remarkable strawberry shortcake, though they are delicious on their own with coffee as well.

Pear Pie

This is a great pie that is comparable to an apple pie, but it doesn't seem as sweet. The pears and cinnamon work wonderful together. Add some…

Strawberry Sorbet

A delicious frozen strawberry dessert

Halloween Skull

Fun 'skull' made from fruit juice, fruit and gelatin.

Lemon Gateau Shenandoah

I created this lovely masterpiece in honor of my daughter Shenandoah whom has chosen to follow in my foot steps. As a child she loved lemons, and…