Retro Eats: Old-Fashioned Recipes We Still Crave

Are you missing those cozy, comforting baked goods that only Grandma could make? You’re in luck! This collection is filled with Grandma’s tried-and-true recipes, which have been family favorites for years. These treats will bring back warm childhood memories from soft buttery cookies to light and airy cakes.

Maple Snickerdoodle Cookies

A stack of snickerdoodle cookies tied with string sits next to a glass of milk on a wooden surface. One cookie with a bite taken out rests in front of the stack. — Maple Snickerdoodles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Maple Snickerdoodles are a tasty cookie often thought about during the holiday season, but they're perfect for enjoying all year round. Their cinnamon swirls and maple flavor make them a classic for any occasion.
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Sugar Cream Pie

Try this amazing vintage recipe for Sugar Cream Pie—it's a Hoosier classic that's super decadent. This pie stands out in Grandma's cookbook, giving you a rich and creamy dessert without any complicated steps. If you like simple treats with indulgence, this pie will hit the spot for your sweet tooth.
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Amish Lemon Cake Pie

Lemon cake pie slice. — Lemon Cake Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Experience the best of both worlds with this Amish Lemon Cake Pie—a dessert that’s part cake, part pie, and just lemony delicious. The filling is mixed in one bowl, poured into a pie shell, and baked. Then, watch the magic happen when the custard and cake bake into layers.
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Peach Pandowdy

I'm sharing this delightful Spiced Peach Pandowdy—a luscious vintage dessert featuring ripe peaches topped with a flaky pie crust. This dessert is much easier to make than a pie and is perfect for a tasty family dessert.
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Grandma's Overnight Recipe

A stack of waffles with syrup and strawberries on a white plate. — Overnight Raised Waffles: Photo credit: One Hot Oven..

These light and crispy waffles are made with yeast for a fluffy texture. The best part? You can make the batter the night before and bake them on your waffle iron in the morning for a stress-free, delicious breakfast. This easy recipe has been a family favorite and is sure to be your new breakfast favorite.
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Pie Crust Tarts

A group of pastries on a cooling rack. — Jam Pie Crust Tarts. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Grandma always saved her leftover pie dough and made these Pie Crust Tarts. Fill the tarts with your favorite jam and roll up with the pie dough. They bake up golden brown, crispy, and full of flavor.
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Apple Cream Scones

Grandma baked these Irish Apple Cream Scones to have with tea. She loved them because they are simple to make with just a few ingredients. Grab a few of your favorite apples and make these easy pat-in-the pan batter and bake for a rich and tender scone.
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Butterscotch Pie

A pie is sitting on a plate with whipped cream. — Butterscotch Pie: Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in the decadent and creamy Butterscotch Meringue Pie, a timeless treat that evokes memories of Grandma’s kitchen. This classic dessert will satisfy your desire for something luxuriously delicious while being a simple recipe.
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Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal

A serving of oatmeal topped with sliced apples, cranberries, and pecans, drizzled with syrup on a white plate. — Baked Apple And Cranberry Oatmeal. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Baked Oatmeal is a one-bowl quick-to-make twist on your regular bowl of oatmeal. Filled with apples, cranberries, cinnamon, and brown sugar, enjoy a slice for breakfast with a drizzle of maple syrup.
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Nutmeg and Pecan Braided Bread

Sliced cinnamon raisin bread loaf on a white surface. — Pecan Nutmeg Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake this delicious old-fashioned recipe for egg-enriched Nutmeg and Pecan Bread, which is fluffy inside and golden brown outside and topped with a pretty braid. Bake this loaf until golden brown, and then enjoy a warm slice.
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Easy Homemade Biscuits

Two freshly baked biscuits on a white cloth with yellow stripes, with more biscuits and condiments blurred in the background. — Homemade Biscuits. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Grandma's favorite homemade biscuits from scratch are so easy to make and can be on your table in 30 minutes. No fancy ingredients are needed for this recipe; just flour, butter, sugar, milk, and baking powder are mixed in minutes. Perfect for breakfast or served with soups and stews.
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Apricot Cherry Upside Down Cake

A apricot cherry cake is sitting on a plate. — Apricot Cherry Upside Down Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Stone fruits make the best cakes, and this Apricot Cherry Upside Down cake uses two favorite fruits in one cake. This easy-to-make dessert has a tender yellow cake topped with caramelized cherries and apricots for a tasty slice of cake goodness. I bake this cake in grandma's cast-iron skillet for old-time sake.
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Triple Ginger Cookies

Gingerbread cookies on a cooling rack. — Triple Ginger Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Grandma's cookie jar is always filled with cookies, and these Triple Ginger Cookies have always been a favorite. Made with three different types of ginger, cloves, and nutmeg, this simple recipe guarantees that these cookies, packed with delicious ginger flavor, become a delightful addition to your cookie collection.
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Vanilla Skillet Cake

Try this Easy Vanilla Cake made with simple ingredients and baked in a cast-iron skillet. This rustic cake bakes with a golden-brown crust and a tender vanilla cake on the inside. Mix powdered sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle on top for the perfect sweet topping.
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Old-Fashioned Banana Bread

Sliced banana bread on a wooden cutting board, next to a white cloth. — Old-Fashioned Banana Bread. Photo credit: Real Life Of Lulu.

This classic banana bread is super easy to make and tastes amazing. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious treat that's perfect for a cozy morning. Trust me, you'll be craving this banana bread again and again!
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Lattice Top Apple Pie

A freshly baked apple pie with golden brown lattice crust, sitting on a light wooden table with a grey cloth. — Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table

This Lattice-Top Apple Pie is a classic dessert perfect for a cozy night in. The combination of sweet apples and warm spices makes this pie a comforting and delicious treat.
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Gingerbread Bars

Delight in the warm spices of the season with gingerbread bars. A flavorful and easy-to-make treat, these bars offer the essence of gingerbread in a convenient and shareable format, perfect for holiday gatherings and festivities.
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