Dessert Recipes

Lemon Raspberry Muffins

🍴 Yield: 15 muffins ◷ Time: 30 minutes

Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh raspberries, these lemon raspberry muffins are soft and tender with a delicious balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a simple afternoon treat. 🍋🫐

Ingredients

2 eggs
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 tsp lemon extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
3 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 1/2 cups (12 oz) raspberries

Directions

1 In a large bowl, whisk 2 eggs, 1 cup cream, ½ cup butter, and 1 tsp lemon extract. In another bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 1 cup sugar, 3 tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt.

2 Stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients until moistened. Fold in 2 ½ cups raspberries.

3 Line muffin pans with paper liners and fill with batter. Bake at 400°F for 22-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Baked Oatmeal

🍴 Yield: 9" x 13" pan ◷ Time: 45 minutes

Warm, hearty, and comforting, this baked oatmeal is packed with wholesome oats and baked to golden perfection. Soft and satisfying in the centre with lightly crisp edges, it’s an easy breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings or a cozy weekend treat.

Ingredients

Oatmeal

6 cups rolled oats
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
2 cups milk
1 cup butter, melted
4 eggs

Whipped Cream

2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Maple syrup
Strawberries & blueberries

Directions

Oatmeal

1 In a large bowl, combine 6 cups oats, 1 cup each white and brown sugars, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp baking powder. Add 2 cups milk, 1 cup butter, and 4 eggs, and mix to combine.

2 Pour into a 9” x 13” baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes or until set.

Whipped Cream

1 In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer on medium speed, beat 2 cups cream and ½ cup sugar until stiff beaks form.

2 Serve with maple syrup and your favourite berries.

Tres Leches Cake

🍴 Yield: 9" x 13" pan ◷ Time: 2 hours

Light, moist, and irresistibly creamy, this tres leches cake is soaked in a rich blend of three milks and topped with a layer of fluffy whipped cream. Sweet, tender, and full of classic flavour, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

Cake

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp salt
5 egg yolks
1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
5 eggs whites
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup butter

Filling

1 can (300 mL) sweetened condensed milk
1 can (354 mL) evaporated milk
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract

Whipped Cream

2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Sliced strawberries

Directions

Cake

1 Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9” x 13” baking pan. In a medium bowl, whisk 1 ½ cups flour, 1 ½ tsp. baking powder, and ½ tsp salt.

2 In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer on medium speed, beat 5 egg yolks and 1 cup sugar until smooth, then beat in 1 tsp vanilla.

3 In another large bowl, using a handheld mixer on medium speed, beat 5 egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining ¼ cup sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.

4 Add yolk mixture to dry ingredients and beat until combined. Add ½ cup milk and ¼ cup butter and beat until combined. Gently fold in egg whites until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.

5 Bake cake until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Let cool.

Filling

1 In a medium bowl, whisk can of condensed milk, can of evaporated milk, ½ cup of milk, and 1 tsp vanilla.

2 Using a fork, poke holes all over the cake, then pour milk mixture evenly over the cake. Cover and let refrigerate until liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour

Whipped Cream

1 In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer on medium speed, beat 2 cups cream and ½ cup sugar until stiff beaks form.

2 Frost cake with whipped cream. Serve with strawberries alongside.

Ol' Fashioned Pancakes

🍴 Yield: 6 pancakes ◷ Time: 1 1/2 hours

Fluffy, golden, and delicious, these homemade pancakes are soft and tender with just the right amount of sweetness. Perfect with berries and maple syrup, they make an easy and comforting breakfast the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

Pancakes

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/4 cups milk
3 Tbsp butter, melted
1 egg

Whipped Cream

2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Maple syrup
Sliced strawberries & blueberries

Directions

Pancakes

1 In a large bowl, sift together 1 ½ cups flour, 3 ½ tsp baking powder, 1 Tbsp sugar and ¼ tsp salt. Add 1 ¼ cups milk, 3 Tbsp melted butter, and 1 egg; mix until smooth.

2 Oil a griddle or pan with butter, and heat over medium-low heat (very important to have it low because butter burns easily). Pour or scoop your desired amount of batter onto the griddle; cook until bubbles form and the edges are dry, about 3 minutes.

3 Flip and cook until browned on the other side. Repeat with remaining batter.

Whipped Cream

1 In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer on medium speed, beat 2 cups cream and ½ cup sugar until stiff beaks form.

2 Serve with maple syrup and your favourite berries.

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

🍴 Yield: 12 cupcakes ◷ Time: 45 minutes

Moist, tender, and filled with warm spices, these carrot cake cupcakes are packed with sweet grated carrots and topped with a smooth, creamy frosting. A delicious twist on classic carrot cake, they’re perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Cupcakes

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
3/4 cup butter, melted
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp milk
1 1/2 cups grated carrots

Cream Cheese Frosting

1/4 cup butter, softened
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Salt
2 cups icing sugar

Directions

Cupcakes

1 Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin pan with paper liners.

2 In a large bowl, whisk 1 ¼ cup flour, ½ cup white sugar, ½ cup brown sugar, ¾ tsp baking soda, ½ tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt, 1 tsp cinnamon, and ¼ tsp nutmeg.

3 Add ¾ cup butter, and 2 eggs and mix until well combined.

4 Stir in 1 ½ tsp vanilla and 2 tbsp milk.

5 Add 1 ½ cups carrots and stir until well combined.

6 Evenly divide batter into cupcake liners. Transfer to oven and bake on 350°F for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

7 Allow to cool for 5 minutes before frosting.

Cream Cheese Frosting

1 In a medium bowl, beat ¼ cup butter and 4 oz cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy, well-combined, and lump-free.

2 Add ½ tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt and stir well to combine.

3 With the mixer on low, gradually add 2 cups icing sugar until completely combined.

4 Frost cooled cupcakes and enjoy.

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

🍴 Yield: 1 loaf pan ◷ Time: 1 hour

Moist, tender, and full of comforting banana flavour, this chocolate chip banana bread is loaded with sweet, ripe bananas and plenty of chocolate chips. Soft on the inside with golden edges, it’s an easy homemade treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, melted
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
3 bananas, very ripe, mashed
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup chocolate chips

Directions

1 Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a bread loaf pan.

2 In a bowl, cream together ½ cup butter and ⅔ cup sugar. Add 2 eggs and beat.

3 Add 3 mashed bananas and ½ tsp vanilla and mix until blended.

4 In a seperate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and ½ tsp salt. Add to the wet ingredients and mix until incorporated.

5 Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips then transfer to prepared bread pan. Bake at 350°F for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Cinnamon Raisin Bread

🍴 Yield: 1 loaf pan ◷ Time: 3 hours

Soft, tender, and filled with warm cinnamon flavour, this homemade cinnamon raisin bread is packed with sweet, juicy raisins and a delicious swirl of cinnamon throughout. Perfect toasted with butter for breakfast or enjoyed as a comforting afternoon treat.

Ingredients

1 pkg (8g) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup raisins
3 tsp ground cinnamon

Directions

1 In a medium bowl, dissolve 1 pkg yeast in 1 cup water. Add ¼ cup sugar, 2 Tbsp oil, 1 ½ tsp salt, 1 egg, and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough of the remaining cup of flour (or more) to form a soft dough.

2 Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

3 Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface, knead 1 cup raisins in, and roll into a 15”x9” rectangle brush with additional oil. Combine 3 tsp cinnamon and remaining ¼ cup sugar; sprinkle to within ½” of edges.

4 Tightly roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seam to seal. Place, seam side down, in a greased 9”x15” loaf pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.

5 Brush with oil. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.

Fudgy Brownies

🍴 Yield: 9" x 13" baking pan ◷ Time: 45 minutes

Rich, chocolatey, and irresistibly fudgy, these homemade brownies are soft and gooey in the centre with perfectly chewy edges. Packed with deep chocolate flavour, they’re an indulgent treat that’s simple to make and perfect for satisfying any sweet craving.

Ingredients

1 1/3 cup butter, softened
2 2/3 cup granulated sugar
4 eggs
3 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt
Icing sugar

Directions

1 Preheat the oven at 350°F. Grease a 9” x 13” baking pan.

2 In a large bowl, cream 1 ⅓ cups butter and 2 ⅔ cups sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 4 eggs and 3 tsp vanilla. Combine the 2 cups flour, 1 cup cocoa, and ½ tsp salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.

3 Spread into the greased baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is dry and the center is set. Cool completely. Dust with icing sugar.

The Best Blondies

🍴 Yield: 9" x 13" baking pan ◷ Time: 45 minutes

Rich, buttery, and perfectly chewy, these blondies are packed with warm brown sugar and delicious vanilla flavour. With golden edges and a soft, gooey centre, they’re an irresistible treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any sweet craving.

Ingredients

1 cup butter, melted
1 1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 cups white chocolate chips

Directions

1 Preheat oven to 350°Fand line a 9”x13” metal baking pan with parchment paper.

2 Combine 1 cup butter, 1 ¼ cup brown and ½ cup white sugar in a large bowl and stir well.

3 Add 3 eggs, and 2 tsp vanilla and stir until combined.

4 In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups flour, 2 tsp cornstarch, ½ tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp salt.

5 Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.

6 Fold in 2 cups chocolate chips.

7 Spread blondie batter into prepared pan and transfer to oven.

8 Bake on 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

9 Allow to cool before serving.

Cream Cheese Brownies

🍴 Yield: 8" x 8" baking pan ◷ Time: 1 hour

Rich, fudgy, and irresistibly chocolatey, these cream cheese brownies combine a decadent brownie base with a smooth, creamy cheesecake swirl. With perfectly chewy edges and a deliciously rich centre, they’re an indulgent treat that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

Brownie Batter

1/2 cup butter, melted, still warm/hot
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 Tbsp water
2 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 cup cocoa powder
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Cream Cheese Mixture

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 egg
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

Brownie Batter

1 Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8” x 8” pan with parchment paper.

2 In a large bowl, combine ½ cup hot butter and 1 cup sugar. Stir briefly then allow to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes (the hot butter will help dissolve the sugar). After 5 minutes whisk the butter and sugar vigorously for 30 seconds. Add 2 eggs, 1 Tbsp water, and 2 tsp vanilla, and whisk.

3 Add ⅔ cup cocoa, ¾ cup flour, and ½ tsp salt to wet ingredients and stir.

4 Separate about ⅓ of the brownie batter for the swirl layer. Add ½ cup chocolate chips to the remaining batter and spread into the prepared pan.

Cream Cheese Mixture

1 In a small bowl, use a handheld mixer on medium speed to beat 8 oz of cream cheese until smooth. Beat in ½ cup sugar, 1 Tbsp flour, 1 egg white, and ½ tsp vanilla until combined. Do not overbeat.

2 Using 2 tablespoons, alternate dropping portions of cream cheese and reserved brownie batter all over the top of the batter that is in the pan. Use the tip of a knife to swirl the batter together.

3 Bake for 33-37 minutes until it is set (cream cheese portion should be slightly jiggly). Let cool before serving.

Unbaked Cookies

🍴 Yield: 3 dozen ◷ Time: 1 hour

Soft, sweet, and packed with delicious chocolate chips, these unbaked cookies are an easy no-bake treat that comes together without turning on the oven. Perfect for a quick snack or a simple homemade dessert when you’re craving something sweet.

Ingredients

1 cup butter
1 cup milk
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup cocoa powder
6 cups rolled oats

Directions

1 Prepare 3 cookie sheets with parchment paper.

2 In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup butter, 1 cup milk, 2 ½ cups sugar, and ¾ cup cocoa. Cook on medium heat until butter is melted, and let boil for about 5 minutes.

3 Put 6 cups of rolled oats in a large heat-safe bowl. Pour hot mixture into the bowl, and combine. Immediately scoop cookies with a cookie scoop or spoon onto prepared cookie sheets.

4 Freeze cookies for 30 minutes before serving.

The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

🍴 Yield: 3 dozen ◷ Time: 30 minutes

Soft, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate chips, these homemade chocolate chip cookies are golden around the edges with a deliciously tender centre. Buttery, rich, and perfectly sweet, they’re an irresistible classic that’s sure to become a family favourite.

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 cups chocolate chips

Directions

1 Preheat oven to 375°F. Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper.

2 In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup butter, 1 cup brown and 1 cup white sugar until combined.

3 Beat in 2 eggs and 2 tsp vanilla until light (about 1 minute).

4 In another bowl, combine 3 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp salt.

5 Mix into wet ingredients mixture until combined.

6 Add 2 cups chocolate chips and mix well.

7 Scoop dough with cookie scoop or spoon onto cookie sheets.

8 Bake for 8-10 minutes. Take them out when they are just barely starting to brown.

9 Let cool for 5 minutes on the cookie sheets before serving.

Oreos

🍴 Yield: 15 cookies ◷ Time: 1 hour

Crispy, chocolatey, and filled with a sweet, creamy centre, these homemade Oreos are a delicious twist on the classic cookie. Perfect for dunking in milk, sharing with family, or enjoying as a simple homemade treat.

Ingredients

Cookies

1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup butter, melted
1 egg

Filling

1/2 cup butter
2 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups icing sugar
1/8 tsp salt

Directions

1 Preheat oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2 In a medium bowl, combine 1 ¼ cups flour, ½ cup cocoa, 1 tsp baking soda, ¼ tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp salt, and 1 cup granulated sugar. Gradually add ⅔ cups butter while mixing, and then add the egg and mix until it forms a dough.

3 Using a small cookie scoop, drop balls of dough on prepared pan, at least 2 inches apart, and flatten them down with your hand.

4 Bake for 10 minutes.

Filling

1 Beat ½ cup butter and 2 ½ tsp vanilla until well combined. Gradually add 2 ½ cups icing sugar and ⅛ tsp salt and beat until light and fluffy.

2 Drop teaspoon sized blob of filling into the center of one cookie. Place another cookie on top of the cream. Press down to work the filling evenly towords the outside. Repeat with remaining cookies.

Apple Cider

🍴 Yield: 6 cups ◷ Time: 8 hours

Warm, cozy, and full of comforting fall flavour, this homemade apple cider is made with sweet apples and fragrant spices for a deliciously rich and refreshing drink. Perfect served warm on a chilly day or chilled over ice for a crisp seasonal treat.

Ingredients

10 apples (use a variety), quartered and decored
1 orange, peeled
4 cinnamon sticks (or 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon)
1 tsp ground cloves
1/3 cup granulated sugar or honey
Water

Directions

1 Place 10 apples, the orange in a 4 quart or larger slow cooker. Add 4 cinnamon sticks, 1 tsp cloves, and ⅓ cup sugar. Add just enough water to cover the fruit.

2 Cover and cook on low for 6.5 hours.

3 Remove the cinnamon sticks and mash fruit with a potato masher before returning the cinnamon sticks and cooking on low for another hour.

4 Strain the cider into a pitcher and serve warm or cold.

Jam Jams

🍴 Yield: 18 cookies ◷ Time: 30 minutes

Soft, buttery, and filled with sweet jam, these classic jam jams are a delicious homemade cookie with a tender texture and just the right amount of sweetness. Perfect with a cup of tea or coffee, they’re a simple and nostalgic treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp baking soda dissolved in 3 Tbsp hot water
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups jam

Directions

1 Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2 Cream 1 cup butter, 1 cup brown sugar and 1 cup white sugar until smooth, then add 1 egg and 1 tsp vanilla and whisk until combined. Add the baking soda water mixture and mix for an additional minute.

3 In another bowl, combine 4 cups flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, and ½ tsp salt. Add to wet ingredients and mix until combined.

4 Using a small cookie scoop, drop balls of dough on prepared pan, at least 2 inches apart, and flatten them down with your hand. Bake for 10 minutes, and let them cool for 10 minutes.

5 Drop teaspoon sized blob of jam into the center of one cookie. Place another cookie on top of the cream. Press down to work the filling evenly towards the outside. Repeat with remaining cookies.

Jam

🍴 Yield: 8 quarts ◷ Time: 8 hours

The main components of jam are pectin, citrus and sugar. However, all three components can already be found naturally in fruit. The crunch you find in some fruit means they have a lot of pectin so we use apples to meet this requirement. Lemons and limes are known to be citrusy fruits and most others (especially dates) are known to be sweet. Jam can be made with any combination of fruits as long as these requirements are met, and adding honey is a great way to bring out some extra sweetness.

Ingredients

15 apples, cored and quartered
2 mangoes, peeled and deseeded
1 pineapple, cored and chopped
3 lemons, peeled and deseeded
3 limes, peeled and deseeded
12 oz blueberries
2 lbs dates, deseeded
Honey

Directions

1 In a large pot, cook down 15 apples, 2 mangoes, 1 pineapple, 3 lemons, 3 limes, 12 oz blueberries, and 2 lbs dates on low for 8 hours.

2 Blend occasionally with a handheld blender to get the fruit juices out and prevent the fruit from sticking/burning to the bottom.

3 Add honey to taste if the sour citrus flavour is overpowering the sweet fruit.

Bumbleberry Crisp

🍴 Yield: 9" x9" baking pan ◷ Time: 1 hour

Sweet, juicy, and bursting with berry flavour, this bumbleberry crisp combines a delicious mix of berries with a buttery, golden oat topping. Warm, comforting, and easy to make, it’s the perfect dessert served on its own or with a scoop of whipped cream.

Ingredients

Crisp

3 cups blueberries
3 cups raspberries
3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 Tbsp lemon juice
3/4 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup butter

Whipped Cream

2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar

Directions

Crisp

1 Preheat the oven at 350°F. Grease a 9” x 9” baking pan.

2 Arrange 3 cups of blueberries and 3 cups of raspberries in the greased baking pan. Sprinkle fruit with 3 Tbsp flour, ½ cup granulated sugar and 2 Tbsp lemon juice.

3 In a medium bowl, combine ¾ cup rolled oats, ½ cup brown sugar, and ½ cup flour. Cut in ⅓ cup butter until mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle over the fruit mixture.

4 Bake for 40 minutes or until the fruit is bubbling.

Whipped Cream

1 In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer on medium speed, beat 2 cups cream and ½ cup sugar until stiff beaks form.

2 Serve on crisp.

RuneScape Cake

🍴 Yield: 1 two-tiered cake ◷ Time: 1.5 hours

Old School RuneScape is my husband's favourite video game and this cake resembles the iconic OSRS cake so its the perfect birthday cake for him and any other OSRS fans.

Ingredients

Cake

2 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
3 eggs
3/4 cup milk
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Filling

1 cup butter, softened
1/4 tsp salt
3 cups icing sugar
3 Tbsp whipping cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup jam

Directions

Cake

1 Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two circle cake pans with parchment paper.

2 In a large bowl, combine 2 ⅓ cups flour, 1 ½ cups sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, and ¼ tsp salt. Add 3 eggs, ¾ cup milk, ¾ cup butter, and 1 Tbsp vanilla and mix until smooth. Pour into prepared pans.

3 Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the freezer.

Filling

1 Beat 1 cup butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Sprinkle ¼ tsp salt over butter and stir to combine.

2 Gradually add 3 cups of icing sugar, about ½ cup at a time and wait until completely blended before adding more.

3 Gradually add 3 Tbsp cream, about 1 Tbsp at a time. Once combined, beat on high for 30 seconds.

4 Add 1 tsp vanilla extract and stir.

5 Ice each cake with half of the icing, then spread one cup of jam over one of the cakes. Place the other cake on top of the jam layer.