Baking

Here's a terrific light version of an American summer classic.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A bourbon-laced cream filling and rich chocolate glaze turn the classic layer cake into something really special.

With a crust fashioned after the popular cookie, this tart features a dark and white chocolate mocha filling. It's really more like candy and should be cut into small wedges.

A favorite Christmas drink is transformed into this lovely custard.

A delicious new take on an old favorite.

Try these tender butter cookies with some spring or summer fruit for a refreshing finale to any of these entrées.

A moist and flavorful banana-nut muffin with a distinctly tropical twist.

If you don't have the pastry rings we call for in this recipe, you can use 1/2-cup muffin cups. However, the batter will fill 6 muffin cups, making smaller cakes.

Like savory shortbread, these are wonderful when paired with wine, salads or soups.

Extra-virgin olive oil is the the secret ingredient in this moist, dense, lightly sweet cake. Perfect as an afternoon snack or for breakfast with a cup of fluffy cappuccino.

To create a basket-weave design, follow the instructions at the bottom of the recipe.

You can use Meyer lemons in this cake for a lighter, more floral flavor.

This recipe was developed by Houston pastry chef Carrie Hart with the assistance of Girl Scout Amanda Marlow.