Desserts

The Red Velvet Bundt Cake That Stole My Heart (And Might Just Steal Yours) Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get real for a second. Valentine’s Day desserts can be… a lot. Fussy layers, temperamental chocolates, the pressure of a perfect heart-shaped *anything*. What if I told you the most stunning, conversation-stopping, romantic dessert you could make this year is secretly one of the most forgiving and fun to bake? Enter my Red Velvet Cream Cheese Bundt Cake. This isn’t just a cake; it’s a flavor experience. Imagine the classic, velvety-soft crumb of red velvet, kissed with just … Learn more

Chocolate Chip Pizookie – Gooey, Warm, and Ready to Wow Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get real for a second. You know that magical moment when you pull a batch of chocolate chip cookies out of the oven? The whole kitchen smells like butter and happiness, and you sneak a piece of a still-warm cookie, the chocolate oozing just a little? Yeah. That’s the feeling we’re chasing today—but we’re not just chasing it, we’re supersizing it and serving it straight from the skillet. This, my friends, is the glorious Chocolate Chip Pizookie (that’s cookie-pizza, for the uninitiated). … Learn more

When a Blueberry Met White Chocolate… Hey there, it’s Jackson! Let me set the scene for you: it’s a lazy Sunday afternoon. The light is streaming through the kitchen window, you’ve got some good music playing, and you’re just… bored of the same old snacks. You want to make something that feels like a celebration, but doesn’t require a culinary degree or a full day’s commitment. Sound familiar? That exact feeling is what sparked the creation of these White Chocolate Blueberry Cupcakes right here in the Food Meld kitchen. We’re talking about the kind of treat that makes people’s eyes … Learn more

Let’s Bake a Little Bit of Magic: Magnolia Bakery Cupcakes at Home Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. You know that feeling? You’re strolling down a sunny street, maybe in the West Village, and you catch a whiff of pure, sweet vanilla and sugar. You follow it like a cartoon character floating on a scent cloud, and there it is: the iconic pale blue awning of Magnolia Bakery. Inside, the cases are lined with perfect, cloud-like cupcakes topped with those famously swirled pink buttercream peaks. It’s a bite of pure, uncomplicated joy. But what if you could capture that … Learn more

Coconut Cream Bunny Tail Cupcakes with Coconut Truffle Topping Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld! Let’s talk about a dessert that doesn’t just taste incredible but also brings a little pure, unadulterated joy to the table. I’m a firm believer that food should be fun—it should make you smile before you even take the first bite. And that’s exactly the magic we’re whipping up today with these Coconut Cream Bunny Tail Cupcakes. Imagine this: a supremely moist, tender coconut cupcake that tastes like a tropical vacation. It’s topped with a cloud of the dreamiest, creamiest coconut frosting you’ve ever … Learn more

Ultimate Chocolate Oreo Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s talk about that moment. You know the one. It’s late afternoon, or maybe after a really good dinner, and your brain starts whispering… *chocolate*. But not just any chocolate. It’s a specific craving for something deeply decadent, something with a little crunchy surprise, and something topped with a frosting so good you’d consider eating it with a spoon straight from the bowl. If you’ve ever nodded along to that internal monologue, my friend, you are in the absolute right place. Today, we’re not just … Learn more

Find Your Flavor Fate: Zodiac Cheesecake Brownies Are Here! Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get real for a second. Have you ever taken one of those “What kind of potato chip are you based on your moon sign?” quizzes? (No judgment—I’ve done it.) We love connecting the dots between who we are and what we love to eat. It’s fun, it’s playful, and honestly, it’s a fantastic excuse to get creative in the kitchen. So today, we’re taking that idea and baking it into something truly epic: Zodiac Cheesecake Brownies. Imagine this: a base of my richest, … Learn more

Let’s Bake a Little Drama: Red Flags Strawberry Cheesecake Brownie Bites Hey there, friend. Jackson here. Pull up a stool, grab a spatula, and let’s get real for a second. Valentine’s Day is… a lot. Whether you’re riding the high of a new crush, celebrating decades of love, or firmly planted in Team Galentine’s with your besties and a killer playlist, the pressure to have a picture-perfect, swoon-worthy dessert can feel like a third wheel we didn’t invite. What if, instead of stressing over heart-shaped everything, we embraced the fun, the messy, and the honestly hilarious side of modern love? … Learn more

    Cat in the Hat Fruit Skewers: Where Storytime Meets Snack Time! Hey there, Food Meld fam! Jackson here. Let’s be real for a second: getting kids excited about healthy snacks can sometimes feel like trying to herd… well, Things 1 and 2. You want something nutritious, but they want something fun. What if I told you the secret weapon has been hiding on your bookshelf this whole time? Today, we’re not just making a snack. We’re creating an experience. We’re taking a page straight out of a classic, beloved story and turning it into a bite-sized celebration. Enter: … Learn more

From Stale to Spectacular: Your New Favorite Easter Dessert Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Raise your hand if you’ve ever stared at a half-eaten packet of hot cross buns after Easter, wondering if they’re destined for the back of the pantry or, let’s be honest, the trash. We’ve all been there. That slightly stale, day-three bun just doesn’t hit the same, does it? But what if I told you that’s actually the perfect starting point for something magical? Forget toasting them one more time—we’re about to level them up into a showstopping dessert that’s the very definition of … Learn more