Blueberry Pecan Bread

Scrumptious layers: buttery, whole-grain crust, raspberry jam centers, and a sweet, toasted coconut topper

This recipe is as versatile as they come. Trade out the peas for edamame (fresh green soybeans). Not a goat cheese fan? Try Romano.

“It’s 5 O’clock somewhere.”

Smoky, then sweet. Oh wait, what’s that? Ahh, a delicate smack of maple.

Rhubarb Almond Crumb Cake: Pretty pink slices of rhubarb suspended in a dense, moist, golden cake.

Elicit “oohs” and “ahhs” from impatient onlookers as you carefully unwrap it, revealing all 10, yes 10, layers.

Chocolate Truffle Cake with Cardamom and Espresso: Serve this up with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a generous dollop of whipped cream.

Salted Caramel and Peanut Macarons

Crispy Cream Blueberry Blondies With Toasted Macadamia Nuts

“Arán Spíosraí”: Irish Spice Bread with Whiskey Glaze.

Sweet meets savory in this jam-packed cookie that screams with flavor.

These slightly spicy, toasty oat treats are the perfect muse for your favorite cheese.

The cornmeal lends a subtle crunch to the creamy but cake-like centers, while the blueberries keep the pancakes from being overly sweet.

Rosemary Rum Raisin Soda Bread: Play around with the flours and the mix-ins. Figs and walnuts, dried cranberries and pistachios.

A savory biscotti. Skip the coffee and try dunking it in red wine instead.

These Rice Krispies Treats are all grown up. Sweet and savory with a surprising kick.

These lovely magdalenas (Spanish olive oil “cupcakes” typically enjoyed for breakfast) are light and slightly sweet.