Ready for a taste-cation? Let's bake our way around the globe with cakes, breads, cookies and more—each inspired by a different country.
39 Baking Recipes from Around the World
Updated on Sep. 17, 2024
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French Butter Cookies
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
France
The Brittany region of France is known for its use of butter. These French butter cookies, also known as sable Breton, shine the spotlight on the famous ingredient. This recipe is mildly sweet, rich, crisp and has a hint of salt. You won’t be able to resist having a second—or third. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Brittany region of France is known for its use of butter. These French butter cookies, also known as sable Breton, shine the spotlight on the famous ingredient. This recipe is mildly sweet, rich, crisp and has a hint of salt. You won’t be able to resist having a second—or third. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 107 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 42mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Crusty French Loaf
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
France
A delicate texture makes this French bread absolutely wonderful. I sometimes use this French bread recipe to make breadsticks, which I brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder. —Deanna Naivar, Temple, Texas
A delicate texture makes this French bread absolutely wonderful. I sometimes use this French bread recipe to make breadsticks, which I brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder. —Deanna Naivar, Temple, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 109 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 225mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Gougeres
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
France
I brought the recipe for these gougeres back from a trip to Nice, France. The original called for Gruyere cheese, but I found that Gouda is a more budget-friendly alternative. These puffs are a wonderful bite-sized treat. If you have leftovers, float a few of these gems on a bowl of soup in place of croutons. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
I brought the recipe for these gougeres back from a trip to Nice, France. The original called for Gruyere cheese, but I found that Gouda is a more budget-friendly alternative. These puffs are a wonderful bite-sized treat. If you have leftovers, float a few of these gems on a bowl of soup in place of croutons. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 52 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 71mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Conchas
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Mexico
Concha (Mexican sweet bread) is a breakfast or snack pastry found all over Mexico. It has a fluffy brioche-like dough with a crispy streusel topping, scored to resemble a shell. The pastry can come in a variety of colors and other shapes, but I prefer the plain and chocolate streusel. —Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Concha (Mexican sweet bread) is a breakfast or snack pastry found all over Mexico. It has a fluffy brioche-like dough with a crispy streusel topping, scored to resemble a shell. The pastry can come in a variety of colors and other shapes, but I prefer the plain and chocolate streusel. —Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 475 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 229mg sodium, 67g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Mexican Cinnamon Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
12 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Mexico
My extended family shares a meal every Sunday. The aunts and uncles take turns bringing everything from main dishes to desserts like this traditional Mexican cinnamon cookie called reganadas. —Adan Franco, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
My extended family shares a meal every Sunday. The aunts and uncles take turns bringing everything from main dishes to desserts like this traditional Mexican cinnamon cookie called reganadas. —Adan Franco, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 47 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Jammy Dodgers
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
England
On my first trip to Great Britain, I stumbled upon these cookies (or biscuits in the U.K.). These iconic treats, also spelled Jammie Dodgers, can be found everywhere over there. Since I couldn’t find them in the States, I had to make my own homemade Jammy Dodger recipe. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
On my first trip to Great Britain, I stumbled upon these cookies (or biscuits in the U.K.). These iconic treats, also spelled Jammie Dodgers, can be found everywhere over there. Since I couldn’t find them in the States, I had to make my own homemade Jammy Dodger recipe. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 283 calories, 16g fat (10g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Cornish Pasties
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
England
My Great-Aunt Gladys was from a small mining town in England where pasties were popular. I loved to watch her craft each Cornish pasty, as she made them in different sizes depending on who was eating. Serve with a green salad to make a wonderful meal. —Verna Hainer, Pueblo, Colorado
My Great-Aunt Gladys was from a small mining town in England where pasties were popular. I loved to watch her craft each Cornish pasty, as she made them in different sizes depending on who was eating. Serve with a green salad to make a wonderful meal. —Verna Hainer, Pueblo, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 pasty: 556 calories, 32g fat (10g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 864mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
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German Plum Cake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love this stunning cake in autumn with apples and pears, but each year I secretly can't wait for summer to roll back around so I can make plum kuchen. —Anna Daley, Montague, Prince Edward Island
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 185 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 89mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Oma’s Marzipan Stollen
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Germany
My German grandma made this stollen for us when we were young. I love its homey taste and how it reminds me of her and the German food she made. I often freeze this sweet bread once it’s shaped into a braid. Then I can pull it out the night before, let it rise on the counter overnight, and bake it in the morning. —Abigail Leszczynski, Beauford, South Carolina
My German grandma made this stollen for us when we were young. I love its homey taste and how it reminds me of her and the German food she made. I often freeze this sweet bread once it’s shaped into a braid. Then I can pull it out the night before, let it rise on the counter overnight, and bake it in the morning. —Abigail Leszczynski, Beauford, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 270 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 73mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Bee Sting Cake
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Germany
This bee sting cake (aka bienenstich) may look daunting, but it’s well worth the effort. Take each step at a time, and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
This bee sting cake (aka bienenstich) may look daunting, but it’s well worth the effort. Take each step at a time, and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 601 calories, 33g fat (17g saturated fat), 183mg cholesterol, 333mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein.
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Lemon Mango Kanafeh
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Turkey
Several years ago I came upon a little neighborhood restaurant making the most incredible Turkish food I’d ever seen or tasted. I was completely blown away by the dessert and had to learn how to make it. —Jodi Taffel, Altadena, California
Several years ago I came upon a little neighborhood restaurant making the most incredible Turkish food I’d ever seen or tasted. I was completely blown away by the dessert and had to learn how to make it. —Jodi Taffel, Altadena, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 424 calories, 27g fat (16g saturated fat), 158mg cholesterol, 360mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Swedish Butter Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Sweden
It’s impossible to eat just one of these Swedish cookies. Naturally, they’re a favorite with my Swedish husband and children—but anyone with a sweet tooth will appreciate this treat. My recipe is “well-traveled” among our friends and neighbors. —Sue Soderland, Elgin, Illinois
It’s impossible to eat just one of these Swedish cookies. Naturally, they’re a favorite with my Swedish husband and children—but anyone with a sweet tooth will appreciate this treat. My recipe is “well-traveled” among our friends and neighbors. —Sue Soderland, Elgin, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 47 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 38mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Tahitian Breakfast Treats
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tahiti
This is a healthy take on the Tahitian coconut breakfast treat called Firi Firi, which is typically fried. My version is baked and rolled in a spicy island sugar mix. —Sue Falk, Sterling Heights, Michigan
This is a healthy take on the Tahitian coconut breakfast treat called Firi Firi, which is typically fried. My version is baked and rolled in a spicy island sugar mix. —Sue Falk, Sterling Heights, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 treat: 251 calories, 8g fat (6g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 191mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Linzer Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Austria
This specialty cookie takes a little extra effort, but the results are sweet! They really help to make the holidays feel special. —Jane Pearcy, Verona, Wisconsin
This specialty cookie takes a little extra effort, but the results are sweet! They really help to make the holidays feel special. —Jane Pearcy, Verona, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 161 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 82mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Austrian Walnut Cookies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Austria
Known as palatschinkens in Austria, these rich cookies melt in your mouth. The delicate, tender pastry surrounds a walnut filling that’s just sweet enough. The recipe comes from a co-worker who was known for her wonderful baked goods. —Donna Gaston, Coplay, Pennsylvania
Known as palatschinkens in Austria, these rich cookies melt in your mouth. The delicate, tender pastry surrounds a walnut filling that’s just sweet enough. The recipe comes from a co-worker who was known for her wonderful baked goods. —Donna Gaston, Coplay, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 182 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 71mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Creamy Caramel Flan
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Spain
A small slice of this impressively rich, creamy, caramel flan dessert goes a long way. What a delightful finish for a special meal or holiday celebration. —Pat Forete, Miami, Florida
A small slice of this impressively rich, creamy, caramel flan dessert goes a long way. What a delightful finish for a special meal or holiday celebration. —Pat Forete, Miami, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 345 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
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Whipped Cream Krumkake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Norway
Our hometown has a rich Norwegian culture. That heritage is evident during our annual Nordic Fest, where this classic krumkake recipe is king. Here’s your introduction to the timeless treat. —Imelda Nesteby, Decorah, Iowa
Our hometown has a rich Norwegian culture. That heritage is evident during our annual Nordic Fest, where this classic krumkake recipe is king. Here’s your introduction to the timeless treat. —Imelda Nesteby, Decorah, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 krumkake: 81 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Melomakarona
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Greece
Growing up in Cyprus, we would see this melomakarona cookie everywhere during the holidays. Every year my mother, Thelma, would make plate after plate of these all Christmas long. It’s just not the holidays without them. —Paris Paraskeva, San Francisco, California
Growing up in Cyprus, we would see this melomakarona cookie everywhere during the holidays. Every year my mother, Thelma, would make plate after plate of these all Christmas long. It’s just not the holidays without them. —Paris Paraskeva, San Francisco, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 172 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 27mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Chocolate Alfajores
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Argentina
Chocolate alfajores, also known as alfajores de chocolate, are a popular South American dessert made of slightly sweetened shortbread cookies filled with a rich and creamy milk caramel called dulce de leche. It’s best to chill the dough at least 2 hours so the cookies hold when baking. —Kimberly Scott, Kosciusko, Mississippi
Chocolate alfajores, also known as alfajores de chocolate, are a popular South American dessert made of slightly sweetened shortbread cookies filled with a rich and creamy milk caramel called dulce de leche. It’s best to chill the dough at least 2 hours so the cookies hold when baking. —Kimberly Scott, Kosciusko, Mississippi
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich cookie: 173 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Challah
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Israel
Eggs lend to the richness of this traditional challah bread recipe. The attractive golden color and delicious flavor make it hard to resist. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Eggs lend to the richness of this traditional challah bread recipe. The attractive golden color and delicious flavor make it hard to resist. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 139 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 233mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Rugelach
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Israel
The crisp texture of these crescent-shaped cookies makes them a terrific treat to serve alongside a steaming mug of hot chocolate or coffee.
The crisp texture of these crescent-shaped cookies makes them a terrific treat to serve alongside a steaming mug of hot chocolate or coffee.
Nutrition Facts:
1 pastry: 111 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 85mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Jewish Chocolate Chip Mandel Bread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Israel
This traditional Jewish mandel bread recipe has been passed down in my family for four generations. It tastes wonderful with a cup of coffee, hot cocoa or milk. —Monica Schnapp, Irvine, California
This traditional Jewish mandel bread recipe has been passed down in my family for four generations. It tastes wonderful with a cup of coffee, hot cocoa or milk. —Monica Schnapp, Irvine, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 84 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 33mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Torcetti
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Italy
Our Sicilian grandmother often had my sister and me roll out the dough for these tasty torcetti. Their melt-in-your-mouth goodness is delicious without being overly sweet.—Joy Quici, Upland, California
Our Sicilian grandmother often had my sister and me roll out the dough for these tasty torcetti. Their melt-in-your-mouth goodness is delicious without being overly sweet.—Joy Quici, Upland, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 102 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Olive Focaccia
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 loaf (8 wedges)
From the Recipe Creator:
Italy
After adding my own special touches to a basic focaccia recipe—including sun-dried tomatoes, olives and roasted sweet red peppers—the results were simply delectable. The flavorful, chewy loaf makes a wonderful accompaniment to nearly any meal. —Dee Froemel, Hayward, Wisconsin
After adding my own special touches to a basic focaccia recipe—including sun-dried tomatoes, olives and roasted sweet red peppers—the results were simply delectable. The flavorful, chewy loaf makes a wonderful accompaniment to nearly any meal. —Dee Froemel, Hayward, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 118 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 418mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Pizzelle Cookies
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These lovely, golden brown anise pizzelle cookies have a crisp texture and delicate anise flavor. I create them using a pizzelle iron. —Barbara Colucci, Rockledge, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 76 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Jamaican Beef Patties
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Jamaica
My mom was born in Jamaica and lived there until she moved to the United States during her university years. I’ve loved this Jamaican beef patty recipe for most of my life. The savory flavor and spices are just right, and the pastry is flaky and delicious. —Natasha Watson, Douglasville, Georgia
My mom was born in Jamaica and lived there until she moved to the United States during her university years. I’ve loved this Jamaican beef patty recipe for most of my life. The savory flavor and spices are just right, and the pastry is flaky and delicious. —Natasha Watson, Douglasville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 patty: 336 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 373mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
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Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
12 servings.
From the Recipe Creator:
Jamaica
My take on those boozy treats that weigh down suitcases returning from Jamaica, this moist cake packs a rum punch. You may wish to card your guests before serving. The longer the rum soaks in, the better—overnight is best. —Jenn Hall, Collingswood, New Jersey
My take on those boozy treats that weigh down suitcases returning from Jamaica, this moist cake packs a rum punch. You may wish to card your guests before serving. The longer the rum soaks in, the better—overnight is best. —Jenn Hall, Collingswood, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 461 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 823mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Poteca Cake
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Slovenia
Rock Springs is home to 56 nationalities, and this recipe showcases its Slavic heritage. It’s one of my favorite ethnic holiday treats. —Rachelle Stratton, Rock Springs, Wyoming
Rock Springs is home to 56 nationalities, and this recipe showcases its Slavic heritage. It’s one of my favorite ethnic holiday treats. —Rachelle Stratton, Rock Springs, Wyoming
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 509 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 182mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein.
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Almond Cookies
Total Time
20 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Beverly Preston of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin started making Almond Cookies after enjoying similar ones at her favorite Chinese restaurant. “These crisp cookies have a wonderful almond flavor,” she says.
Nutrition Facts:
2 cookies: 100 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 20mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Scottish Shortbread
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother, who is of Scottish heritage, passed this shortbread recipe, along with other favorite recipes, on to me. When I entered this treat at our local fair, it won a red ribbon. —Rose Mabee, Selkirk, Manitoba
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 123 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 62mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Oatmeal Dinner Rolls
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These fluffy rolls go perfectly with any meal. They have a delicious homemade flavor that's irresistible. I like them because they're not hard to make and they bake up nice and high. —Patricia Staudt, Marble Rock, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 173 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 221mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Caraway Seed Rye Bread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 loaves (10 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Czech Republic
My parents were immigrants from Czechoslovakia and my mother would pull out this rye bread recipe when guests came over for dinner. Every time I bake it, I get nostalgic for those days. —Millie Feather, Baroda, Michigan
My parents were immigrants from Czechoslovakia and my mother would pull out this rye bread recipe when guests came over for dinner. Every time I bake it, I get nostalgic for those days. —Millie Feather, Baroda, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 126 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 238mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Mashed Potato Kolachkes
Total Time
55 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Czech Republic
My husband’s Bohemian mother brought a kolachke recipe with her when she came to America. So these rolls are a part of our family’s heritage. Other traditional fillings are prune, poppy seed and cottage cheese. —Jan Wagner-Cuda, Deer Park, Washington
My husband’s Bohemian mother brought a kolachke recipe with her when she came to America. So these rolls are a part of our family’s heritage. Other traditional fillings are prune, poppy seed and cottage cheese. —Jan Wagner-Cuda, Deer Park, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 kolachke: 161 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 110mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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French Canadian Tourtieres
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
4 pies (8 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Canada
This recipe comes from my big sister. Each fall, we get together and make about 20 of these pies to use at Christmas, give as gifts or freeze for unexpected company. —Pat Menee, Carberry, Manitoba
This recipe comes from my big sister. Each fall, we get together and make about 20 of these pies to use at Christmas, give as gifts or freeze for unexpected company. —Pat Menee, Carberry, Manitoba
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 469 calories, 29g fat (12g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 672mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
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Finnish Pinwheels
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
about 7 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Finland
When my sister was hosting an exchange student from Finland, she served these cookies I’d made to her guest. The young lady instantly recognized what they were. So I know they’re still being made in our ancestors’ country. —Ilona Barron, Ontonagon, Michigan
When my sister was hosting an exchange student from Finland, she served these cookies I’d made to her guest. The young lady instantly recognized what they were. So I know they’re still being made in our ancestors’ country. —Ilona Barron, Ontonagon, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 pinwheel: 64 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 44mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Classic Irish Soda Bread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 loaf (8 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Ireland
This traditional Irish soda bread can be made with an assortment of mix-ins such as dried fruit and nuts, but I like it with a handful of raisins. —Gloria Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
This traditional Irish soda bread can be made with an assortment of mix-ins such as dried fruit and nuts, but I like it with a handful of raisins. —Gloria Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 210 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 463mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Chocolate Babka
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Poland
I love this chocolate babka. It’s a rewarding recipe for taking the next step in your bread baking. Even if it’s slightly imperfect going into the oven, it turns out gorgeous. Look at those swirls! —Lisa Kaminski, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
I love this chocolate babka. It’s a rewarding recipe for taking the next step in your bread baking. Even if it’s slightly imperfect going into the oven, it turns out gorgeous. Look at those swirls! —Lisa Kaminski, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 181 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Holland Butter Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Holland
My great-grandmother’s Holland butter cookies have been passed down in my family from generation to generation. This recipe uses only five ingredients that are usually already in the house. For different holidays, I swap the almonds for cherries, walnuts or ginger. —Tineke De Rosa, Blairstown, New Jersey
My great-grandmother’s Holland butter cookies have been passed down in my family from generation to generation. This recipe uses only five ingredients that are usually already in the house. For different holidays, I swap the almonds for cherries, walnuts or ginger. —Tineke De Rosa, Blairstown, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie : 118 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 64mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Golden Apple Pie
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
United States
Pies are the dessert I like best to prepare. This one’s the favorite for family get-togethers, and it has been awarded blue ribbons at a couple of local fairs. —Theresa Brazil, Petaluma, California
Pies are the dessert I like best to prepare. This one’s the favorite for family get-togethers, and it has been awarded blue ribbons at a couple of local fairs. —Theresa Brazil, Petaluma, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 480 calories, 24g fat (15g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 480mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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