After-School Baked Treats
In this new series, Jo welcomes us into her home kitchen to share family-favorite recipes, cooking tips, and a peek into laid-back living at the farm. Read on for an episode recap + recipes, then click here to explore more Magnolia Table.
I have learned that I love having a couple of really good, really simple baked treats in my back pocket for days that call for something sweet. Whether it’s an after-school treat for the kids or a weekend pick-me-up, it’s always a comfort to know I can whip something up fairly quickly that will not only warm our home, but our bellies too. This Bundt cake is a favorite among my boys. Between the butter cake base and the pecan, cinnamon, and brown sugar filling, it also makes the house smell heavenly! The banana bread is a Gaines weekly staple, and one I’ve been making since the kids were little. Whenever we have at least four to five overly ripe bananas in the fruit basket, I know this quick bread is one my family will love!
Dense butter cake filled with a delicious mixture of pecans, cinnamon, and brown sugar, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar.
From Magnolia Table, Volume 1
Jo’s most-shared recipe and a staple in the Gaines house, made with overly ripe bananas and a sprinkling of sugar on top. Tip: Serve warm with a layer of butter.
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