12 classic old-fashioned sweet potato pie recipes
All of these sweet potato pie recipes come from the early part of the 20th century — from 1915 until 1922 — and should give you some ideas for ways to spice up a sweet potato pie of your own!
Vintage recipes
Baker’s easy one-bowl German chocolate brownies with coconut-nut topping: A classic recipe from 1997
These easy German chocolate brownies are deliciously indulgent, and have a coconut-nut topping! Get the ’90s retro recipe right here.
Delicious & pretty patriotic desserts: All-American trifle + Red, white & blue loaf (1990s)
If you’re bringing dessert to this year’s 4th of July potluck, these easy patriotic desserts have an all-American appeal that everyone will love.
Old-fashioned peanut butter cookies: Check out these 20+ delicious retro recipes
Peanut butter cookies are an American treat that have been a favorite for generations. Check out our huge collection of this classic recipe and its variations!
Cool ‘n easy Easter pie: A festive pink no-bake dessert for spring
With strawberries appearing in the supermarket, now is the perfect time to try the simple favorite Cool ‘n Easy Easter Pie.
Classic peanut butter blossoms: Step-by-step cookie recipe, with photos
A plate of Christmas goodies just would not be complete without them: those delicious classic peanut butter blossoms cookies, featuring a big chocolate kiss right on top.
Get the delicious original Chex mix recipe from the 60s and 70s (plus 6 vintage variations)
Get seven sassy snack mix how-tos from yesteryear, including the granddaddy of them all: the original Chex mix recipe!
The history of root beer & popular brands: From healing tonic to a favorite soda
Who would’ve thought humble roots, herbs, and bark could spin such an effervescent tale? The history of root beer is both intriguing and surprising – take a look!
Make this pineapple upside-down cupcake recipe in 5 easy steps
This adorable pineapple upside-down cupcake recipe is a mini classic! They’re probably easier than you think to make, too.
Hawaiian Punch: Remember the retro tropical fruit drink & its tasty variations over the years
Let’s reminisce for a minute about Hawaiian Punch, the iconic red beverage that has a history as rich as its flavor. The original product first hit the
Vintage & discontinued Lunchables from the 1990s; Do you remember these?
Feast your eyes on and wax nostalgic for these vintage and discontinued Lunchables. Which was your favorite?
Famous Red Lobster biscuit recipe: These copycat Cheddar Bay biscuits taste like the real deal (1998)
If you want to try making the Red Lobster biscuit recipe yourself, this copycat Cheddar Bay recipe is for you!
Remember these vintage Hamburger Helper flavors we thought were so delicious in the 70s, 80s & 90s?
Easy and efficient, there’s a reason Hamburger Helper became – and remained – so popular with home cooks. Here are some of the Hamburger Helper flavors we enjoyed in the 70s, 80s & 90s.
Make these easy peanut butter football Rice Krispie treats from 1996 for your tailgate party
What could be cuter and easier for your tailgate or Super Bowl party than these clever mini football Rice Krispie treats?
Classic chocolate pinwheel cookies are a fun & pretty treat
Pinwheel cookies — also known as swirl cookies or spiral cookies — are made by layering two different colored doughs together and then rolling them into a
How to make a Rice Krispies gingerbread house
A Rice Krispies gingerbread house – or Christmas cottage – made from crispy rice cereal is easier and faster to put together than most conventional gingerbread houses! Here’s how to do it.
Pan cookies & cookie bars recipes: 20 vintage versions of popular & super easy treats to make!
If you’re a fan of yummy treats you can whip up in a flash, you’ll love this collection of delicious cookie bars made famous in the last century.
Remember these old Shake and Bake seasoned coating mixes that shook up our dinner options
Back in the mid-1960s, the newly-invented marvel of Shake’n Bake coating mixes was kind of a big deal – or at least the shake and bake concept was marketed that way!
Chocolate chip cookies: Your ultimate guide to the best ever vintage recipes (1930s-2000)
We’ve collected some of the most well-known, classic versions of this vintage chocolate chip cookies. Which one will you bake today?
Chocolate crinkle cookies with powdered sugar
These big chocolate crinkle cookies are covered in powdered sugar before they’re baked, and come out of the oven with little cracks in the snowy sugar. This classic recipe comes from the 1980s, and uses unsweetened cocoa.
Chocolate-orange dream cookies (1994)
Try this classic chocolate-orange dream cookies recipe from 1994 – an orange-flavored chocolate chip treat that’s similar to the popular white chocolate-orange dream cookies!
White chocolate-orange dream cookies recipe
These white chocolate-orange dream cookies taste almost like orange creamsicles! It’s s a nice variation on the popular white-chocolate macadamia nut cookie – and part of what makes these white chocolate dreams so unique.
6 collections of sweet & spicy gingerbread recipes – the ultimate Christmas treat!
If you are looking for a treat so Christmas-y that you can actually taste the festivity, it’s hard to beat the old-fashioned charm of gingerbread recipes.
Easy m&ms jumbles cookie recipe
This delicious classic jumbles cookie recipe comes from m&ms, who published it in the 1990s. Candy jumbles are chock-full of chocolate, raisins and nuts – with just enough dough to hold them all together!
Caramel apple oat squares dessert recipe
These wonderfully rich and indulgent caramel apple oat squares don’t take long to make, and these dessert bars are doubly delicious when served with ice cream on top.
What is the best pumpkin pie recipe? We have 30+ classics for you to choose from
If you think your quest for the best pumpkin pie recipe has only just begun, we have news for you: you’ve just found the vintage recipe motherlode. Which is the best pie? Try some and decide!
Chewy brownie cookies: A retro recipe from the 90s
A recipe for the moist, fudgy taste of a brownie in a cookie. This chewy, fudgy, chocolaty, rich, gooey and oh-so-delicious brownie in a cookie bakes up high and moist.
Raisin Bran cookies: A giant-size recipe from 1998, plus another tasty version from 1976
These Raisin Bran cookies are a delish (and wholesome) option for anyone looking to add some variety to their holiday cookie tray! Get the classic cookie recipe from Kellogg’s here – plus a similar recipe from the 70s.
Weird retro ways to serve pineapple (and a few good ideas, too)
From meat glazes to unique salads and totally vintage-style jello molds, the most iconic tropical fruit can make itself useful in so many ways. Here are some weird – and some good – retro ways to serve pineapple.
How to make a Hollyday mint pie (1990)
Celebrate this season with this quick and easy Hollyday Mint Pie recipe. You’ll love how easy it is to get into the holiday spirit.
Gingerbread man cookie recipes + how this tragic folklore hero became a happy Christmas tradition
How did a character whose brief life ended so tragically become a hero of the happiest holiday? We have some theories plus four different vintage gingerbread man cookie recipes!
The ultimate guide for making perfect fudge like your grandma used to make PLUS 14 famous & delicious fudge recipes
You might remember some of these popular fudge recipes from your childhood. We encourage you to try at least one this year (or try them all)!
6 ways to make old-fashioned marshmallow sweet potatoes for a Thanksgiving side dish
To many Americans living south of the Mason-Dixon line, sweet potatoes must be made with marshmallows! Here are 6 ways to make old-fashioned marshmallow sweet potatoes for a Thanksgiving side dish!
18 vintage Halloween treats: Yummy homemade Halloween desserts you can still make today
Some things never go out of style, and retro Halloween treats never should! We have collected a treasure trove of creepy-but-fun Halloween desserts from seasons past.
Easy Butterscotch bars: Kind of like a homemade Butterfinger, but better (1991)
Chilly, creamy and crunchy, but with a flavor profile that might put you in mind of a deconstructed homemade Butterfinger, you can whip up these butterscotch bars in a jiffy!
Nutty chocolate caramel bars: A simple freezer treat that tastes like a frozen Snickers (1991)
These nutty chocolate caramel bars feel a lot like a creamy, dreamy, frozen Snickers bar — perfect for any festivity where fans of candy bars cluster.
Halloween cupcakes – a cool spider treat plus a monster, witch, pumpkin and more – will charm a crowd (1990s)
These festive Halloween cupcakes are decorated in a variety of fun and creative ways — including a pumpkin, a witch, a mummy, two spiders, a jack-o-lantern and a wolfman.
100+ classic cake recipes: The ultimate vintage collection
If you’re looking for a vintage-style dessert for a special occasion, check out our collection of more than 100 classic cake recipes to suit all tastes!
Dirt pie & dirt cups: Chocolate pudding desserts with Oreo crumbs that tasted better than they looked (1990s)
Remember these chocolate desserts made with Oreo crumbs that look like you’re eating straight out of the garden — Dirt pie and dirt cups? Here’s how to make these simple, silly desserts the retro ’90s way.
Hot buttered Cheerios: How to make this super-easy, surprisingly savory snack from the 80s – plus some tasty variations
Hot buttered Cheerios – a quick, easy snack made with Cheerios cereal. Make a bowl right now, and you’ve got Hot Buttered Os – plus 5 variations to try.
Snow-topped jam thumbprint cookie recipe
If you love the rich taste of maple syrup, we’d like to tempt you into giving a sweet twist to your holiday baking: these vintage-style snow-topped thumbprint cookies with a hint of maple!
Eggnog kringla cookie recipe (1990)
Two Christmas traditions (eggnog and Kringla) rolled into one soft, cakelike cookie. Here’s how to make classic eggnog kringla cookies with this recipe from 1990.
Nilla wafer cranberry cheesecake: A beautiful holiday dessert (1994)
Whether they’re right out of the box or in your favorite recipe, here is is an easy way to tempt the vanilla wafer lovers in your family: Make a nilla wafer cranberry cheesecake!
Peppermint marble angel cake retro recipe (1990)
This peppermint marble angel cake gets an extra festive touch from peppermint extract and bonus bits of crushed peppermint candy. Here’s a vintage recipe from 1990!
Try this classic chocolate fudge truffle cheesecake recipe from Hershey’s
Here’s a classic recipe for a chocolate fudge truffle cheesecake from Hershey’s and Eagle Brand – a delicious retro dessert from 1990!
Pear-cranberry cobbler recipe (1990)
This deliciously festive pear-cranberry cobbler recipe from the ’90s is filled with seasonal fruit and a crumbly topping.
Ranchero rollups: Easy soft tacos recipe from 1991
Want to go on the Santa Fe Express? Mexican-style stewed tomatoes are the quickest way to add a rich, zesty flavor to this Southwestern recipe for Ranchero rollups.
Easy turkey chili recipe from 1994
Try this easy turkey chili recipe from the ’90s. It’s simple. It’s quick. And so tasty the dinner table will need every chair you can find.
Quick taco bake recipe for a fast & easy dinner (1994)
This quick taco bake recipe from the ’90s is easy to prepare, using Bisquick as its base. It needs to be in the oven just 35 minutes before it’s ready to serve.
Blueberry cheesecake pie (1991)
This easy blueberry cheesecake pie is made with the filling on the inside, and the smooth, sweet and creamy cream cheese layer on top.
Classic walnut pie (1991)
This retro recipe for a classic walnut pie is a lot like America’s beloved pecan pie, but it gets its delicious crunch from walnuts instead. Try it!
Texas Two-Step chicken picante recipe (1997)
Texas Two-Step Chicken Picante. It’s easy as one, two, and is a lip-smackin’ new way to do chicken your whole gang’ll eat up.
How to make double-layer chocolate fudge (1993)
This fantastic double-layer chocolate fudge recipe doesn’t just have twice the chocolate, but two different layers of deliciousness.
15-minute chocolate-banana cream pie recipe (1994)
You can whip up this easy and tasty chocolate-banana cream pie in just minutes with the help of some pudding mix and whipped topping!
Redenbacher’s ribbon o’fudge bars recipe (1992)
Mix popcorn with marshmallows, butterscotch chips, butter and hot fudge, and you end up with ribbon o’fudge bars – a deliciously sweet and crunchy treat!
Make an easy layer pumpkin pie! 2 vintage recipes that double (or triple!) the holiday deliciousness
Here are two great no-bake pumpkin pie recipes – a double layer pumpkin pie that uses instant pudding, while the second recipe has a base with plain gelatin.
German sweet chocolate cheesecake pie retro recipe (1994)
If you’re looking for a dessert that combines chocolate with cheesecake-style tang, this vintage recipe for a no-bake German sweet chocolate pie may be just what you need!
Pudding poke brownies: Halloween broomstick brownies (1998)
These spooky Broomstick Brownies – with orange pudding seeping into the dark, gooey chocolate brownies – is a Halloween treat so good, it’ll scare you.
Ghostly Oreo Halloween pudding cups, a brownie graveyard & more easy treats from the 90s
Make extra-special Oreo Halloween ghost and graveyard treats with these creative, cute and haunting recipes straight from 1998.
Campbell’s easy one-pan chicken pasta recipe (1997)
Need a fast dinner, and in the mood for something a little retro? Get the recipe for this quick and easy skillet chicken pasta!
Cool ‘n’ easy 4th of July pie, no-bake blueberry pie & blueberry fluff (1999)
Here are three super-simple no-bake pie recipes for you All-American no-bake blueberry pie & Blueberry fluff are easy to make, and perfectly festive for summertime and all the patriotic holidays!
7 icy Kahlua drinks: White Russian, colada, cream soda & more
Even if you can’t escape to the seashore, serve one or more of these cool and delicious Kahlua drinks at your next party for a taste of the tropics.
Layered Fruity Pebbles/Rice Krispies treats
Since they’re neon-bright and bursting with candy-sweet fruit flavor, if you’re looking for a fun treat to share with a crowd, it’s hard to go wrong with these colorful Fruity Pebbles Rice Krispie treats!
3 vintage buttery butterscotch cut-out sugar cookie recipes – plus how to make cookie marionettes
These sweet and buttery butterscotch cut-out sugar cookies have melted butterscotch chips stirred in for a special cut-out cookie flavor. See what fun you can make with these VIP sugar cookies here!
Have a sweet Christmas with these green Rice Krispies wreath treats (1990s)
Looking for some fun food to share this Christmas? Don’t be square! It’s easy to make Kellogg’s Rice Krispies wreath treats. Here’s a classic recipe.
Traditional Christmas fudge & vintage one-bowl holiday fudge recipes from the ’90s
These two delicious holiday fudge recipes will really make a lasting impression, whether you make the Christmas fudge with chocolate chips, or the other with unsweetened chocolate!
Quick Halloween desserts: Make a ghoulish graveyard dessert & some creepy jigglers
Here are two quick and easy Halloween desserts made with jello – a ghoulish graveyard dessert, plus some cute and creepy jigglers.
Ghosts in the Graveyard Halloween dessert with pudding & cookies (1997)
Cute cookies, whipped topping, Oreos and pudding come together to make this spooky Halloween dessert – Ghosts in the Graveyard!
Cranberry-glazed pork roast (1993)
This year give your traditional holiday dinner a new twist with the other white meat. Today’s pork goes with all the trimmings, from sweet potatoes to cranberries.
Quick chocolate mousse recipes (1995)
Here are three quick and easy egg-free chocolate mousse recipes to try!
Three-pepper beef kabobs: An easy dinner recipe from 1993
For this three-pepper beef kabobs recipe, you cube the sirloin and round up the vegetables, but let the kids string them together on the skewers.
Make Rice Krispies birthday ice cream cups! (1997)
Celebrate with ice cream in a sweet bowl you can eat! These Rice Krispies cups can hold ice cream, frozen yogurt, pudding, candies, or any other kind of treat. It’s easy to make enough for everyone!
Tuna mac & cheese, ’90s-style
In a rush and need something quick for dinner? Try this tuna macaroni and cheese from the 1990s! It’s easy, delicious, and it takes just 20 minutes to prepare.
Chocolate mini-chip holiday cookies (1994)
Find out how to make these pretty little rolled chocolate chip cookies that you can even decorate for the holidays!
Little Easter candy nests made with Rice Krispies treats (1997)
They’ll think you’re sweeter than a marshmallow chick when you make these quick-as-a-bunny egg nests with Rice Krispie Treats and Easter candies!
Layered strawberry angel food cake: Retro recipes
Here are two easy, delicious strawberry angel food cake recipes! One cake features a low-fat creamy frosting, and the other has zesty lemon curd in between the layers.
2 delightful & delicious caramel-pecan cheesecake recipes (1999)
These two gooey and delightfully-indulgent caramel-pecan cheesecake recipes come to you from the late 1990s!
Pumpkin Dutch Apple pie recipe (1994)
Here’s a little tasty twist on the classic Thanksgiving dessert: Pumpkin Dutch Apple pie, featuring several of the season’s best flavors!
Caramel apple cheesecake recipe (1998)
Give Uncle Ed a reason to stay awake after his Thanksgiving turkey dinner Caramel apple cheesecake >> You might also like: Libby’s famous pumpkin pie recipe (1987)
Frightfully fun-to-make Halloween treats (1998)
CBK Halloween cookies recipe During the festive trick-or-treat season, Cynthia Bruce Kramer watches her sweet and spooky Halloween cookies fly off the shelves. Now you can get
Oreo cookie pie recipe for Halloween (1993)
What to serve unexpected ghosts Pumpkin Patch Pie recipe for Halloween fun Ingredients 1 pint orange sherbet; softened 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip non-dairy whipped topping;
