Celebrate the Holidays With 3 Must-Try Grandbaby Cakes Recipes

Grandbaby Cakes Jocelyn Delk Adams, the talented social media influencer and food blogger, is known for her mouthwatering Southern-inspired recipes that blend traditional flavors with a modern twist. With a focus on comfort food, from decadent desserts to savory dishes, she brings the warmth and richness of Southern cooking to a larger audience. Her easy-to-follow recipes have made her a go-to source for anyone looking to elevate their home cooking. 

Grandbaby Cakes gives her beloved family recipes a modern spin, combining nostalgia with innovation in each bite. Jocelyn’s recipes encourage a new generation to learn how to cook and bake, meaning the below are more than just recipes. These three decadent recipes are part of a larger mission to build connections and celebrate moments big and small. 

Brisket Mac and Cheese 

This Brisket Mac and Cheese is the ultimate flavor explosion that will leave you begging for seconds. The cheesy goodness from Monterey jack, smoked gruyere, and sharp cheddar is made into a silky creamy sauce made with whole milk and heavy whipping cream which is packed with high-quality protein. Then we upgrade it all with the addition of slow-cooked brisket! 

Enjoy a big bowl of this with a glass of lactose-free milk.  

Ingredients 

• 2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded 

• 2 cups Monterey jack, shredded 

• 1 cup smoked gruyere, shredded 

• 3 teaspoons kosher salt 

• 2 teaspoons black pepper 

• 2 teaspoons onion powder 

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder 

• 1 teaspoon dry mustard 

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika 

• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 

• ¼ cup all-purpose flour 

• 2 ¾ cups whole milk 

• 2 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream 

• 1 lb. elbow macaroni, al dente 

• 1 lb. smoked brisket pre-cooked, chopped 

Find the directions here.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake 

This Caramel Apple Cheesecake starts with a creamy cheesecake base that is filled with soft, spiced apple pieces drizzled in silky, rich caramel sauce. The creaminess comes from sour cream, cream cheese, and cream cheese. You won’t be able to get enough. 

Enjoy a slice of this cheesecake and pour yourself a glass of milk to go along with it. For those with lactose intolerance, pour a glass of lactose-free milk. It has the same nutrients and great taste as regular milk, just without lactose. 

Ingredients 

Salted Caramel Sauce: 

• 1 cup sugar 

• 6 tablespoons salted butter, cubed, room temperature 

• ½ cup heavy whipping cream  

Crust: 

• 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs  

• ½ cup salted butter  

• ¼ cup light brown sugar 

Cheesecake Filling: 

• 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 

• 1 cup packed light brown sugar 

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream 

• 1/4 cup sour cream 

• ½ cup applesauce 

• ¼ cup caramel sauce 

• 4 large eggs, room temperature 

Cinnamon Apples: 

• 2 ½ cups chopped apples, any variety (about 2-3 apples) 

• 3 tablespoons light brown sugar, loosely packed 

• 2 teaspoons lemon juice 

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

• 1 tablespoon salted butter 

• Caramel sauce

Find the directions here.

Eggnog Bread Pudding

This Eggnog Bread Pudding is always holiday-ready! Grab a loaf of crusty bread and soak it in a blend of rich eggnog and half and half. Pop the loaf in the oven and let it bake until it’s golden and cozy. Remove the loaf from the oven and drizzle it with a warm creamy vanilla sauce made with half and half for the ultimate holiday dessert.

Pour yourself a glass of milk to go along with this bread pudding. For those with lactose intolerance, you can make this recipe lactose-free by substituting the regular eggnog and half and half with lactose-free eggnog and half and half. They have the same nutritional benefits and great taste but are easier on the stomach.

Ingredients

For Bread Pudding

• 12 ounces stale, crusty bread (French, brioche, challah), cut or torn into 1-inch pieces

• 1 large egg

• 3 egg yolks

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

• ¾ teaspoon ground cardamom

• 2 ¼ cups eggnog

• ¾ cup half and half

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

• 1 tablespoon whiskey (optional)

For Vanilla Sauce

• ½ cup + 1 tablespoon half and half, divided

• 2 teaspoons cornstarch

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Find the directions here.

Win the Ultimate Holiday Gift! 

Enter the Grandbaby Cakes Holiday Magic Sweepstakes for your chance to be 1 of 15 lucky winners to receive a signed cookbook! 

Here’s how to enter: 

• Like the linked post on Facebook or Instagram. 

• Tag a friend who loves holiday cooking! 

The giveaway ends on December 20, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to add a little magic to your kitchen this season. Enter now and spread the cheer! 

Find the official sweepstakes rules here. 

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