Heart Shaped Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies for 16 Servings
Bake delicious heart shaped chocolate cheesecake brownies with our step-by-step timing guide. Perfect festive dessert for Valentine's Day. Ready in 55 mins.
Emily Collins
889+ recipes by Emily Collins – Southern Comfort Food, Pastry & Baking expert sharing irresistible, soul-warming recipes.
About Me:
Born and raised in the southern United States, Emily Collins developed an early love for baking and home-style cooking through family traditions. Emily’s cooking reflects the rich heritage of Southern comfort food — from flaky biscuits to slow-cooked meats, all infused with heartfelt flavors.
Emily received formal training at a prestigious culinary school with a focus on pastry arts, adding elegant techniques to her soulful recipes. She’s particularly passionate about desserts, baking everything from sweet pies to intricate cakes that bring comfort and joy.
Joining Cooking with Kendra allows Emily to share recipes steeped in nostalgia but updated for modern kitchens. She hopes to inspire both beginner and experienced cooks to create memorable meals that evoke warmth and community. Outside the kitchen, Emily cherishes gardening and vintage recipe collecting.
My Latest recipes:
Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pie: Silky Custard in 80 Minutes
Master this Southern Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pie with our step-by-step timing guide. A classic soul food dessert with a silky custard. Ready in 80 minutes.
Salmon with Bourbon Glaze: Caramelized Fillets for 4 Servings
Master this salmon with bourbon glaze for a restaurant-quality meal. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for the best homemade bourbon sauce for salmon.
Cream Cheese Banana Pudding: Silky Dessert with Vanilla Bean
Master this Cream Cheese Banana Pudding with our step-by-step guide. Features a silky texture and vanilla bean notes. Perfect for dessert with any crowd.
Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes: Stovetop Glazed for 8 Servings
Master Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes with our step-by-step stovetop guide. Includes an easy tips checklist for the perfect mahogany glaze. Ready in 1 hour.
John Wayne Casserole in 45 Minutes with Tex-Mex Beef
Master this John Wayne Casserole with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist and ingredient tips. Ready in just 45 minutes total.
Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents: A Savory Breakfast for 16 Servings
Master Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist for flaky results. Ready in 27 minutes for brunch.
Cool Whip Frosting with Pudding in 40 Minutes
Master this stabilized Cool Whip Frosting recipe. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for the perfect, pillowy topping for cakes and cupcakes. Ready in 40m.
Peppermint Meltaway Cookies: Buttery Melt-in-Your-Mouth Treat
Bake tender peppermint meltaway cookies 2 with this step-by-step guide. Features a common mistakes checklist for perfect holiday cookie recipes every time.
Rotel Sausage Balls: A Tender Appetizer for 36 Servings
Enjoy these zesty Rotel Sausage Balls with cream cheese. Our guide features a common mistakes checklist and step-by-step timing. Ready in 35 minutes.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread: Moist Loaf Ready in 75 Minutes
Bake moist Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread with rich semi-sweet pockets. Includes our expert step-by-step timing guide for perfect results. Ready in 75 minutes.
Old Fashioned Southern Smothered Chicken with Gravy in 50 Minutes
Master this old fashioned southern smothered chicken recipe for a savory dinner. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect silky gravy. Ready in 50m.
Hot Chocolate Cookies: Fudgy Marshmallow Treats in 32 Minutes
Bake soft and chewy Hot Chocolate Cookies with a gooey marshmallow finish. Includes our step-by-step timing guide for perfect results in 32 minutes.
Ooey Gooey Butter Cake in 50 Minutes with Cream Cheese
Master this Ooey Gooey Butter Cake recipe with our step-by-step timing guide. Perfect for easy homemade dessert recipes. Ready in 50 minutes total.
Cream Puffs in 50 Minutes: Crispy Choux Pastry with Vanilla Cream
Master homemade Cream Puffs with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist for perfect choux pastry. Ready in 50 minutes for dessert.
Oreo Cookie Balls: 36 Servings of Creamy Chocolate Truffles
Create classic Oreo Cookie Balls for your next event. This recipe includes a step-by-step timing guide for the perfect fudge center. Ready in 2 hours.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe: Southern Style for 6 Servings
Master this authentic buttermilk fried chicken recipe with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist. Ready in 2 hours 20 minutes.
Southern Salmon Patties with 25 Minute Total Time
Master Southern Salmon Patties with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist for the best salmon croquettes. Ready in 25 minutes.
Sparkly Red Velvet Cookies: Cheesecake Stuffed for 18 Servings
Bake decadent sparkly red velvet cookies with a creamy cheesecake center. Includes a common mistakes checklist to ensure your holiday treats are perfect.
Southern Banana Pudding Recipe: Creamy Silky Dessert in 30 Minutes
Master this homemade banana pudding recipe featuring a velvety vanilla bean custard. A classic Southern banana pudding dessert ready in 30 minutes.
Best Carrot Cake Ever: A Velvety Layered Cake for 14 Servings
Discover the best carrot cake ever with a velvety crumb and tangy cream cheese frosting. Includes a common mistakes checklist. Ready in 60 minutes total.
Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole for 10 Servings
Make a rich Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole with this simple step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist for your holiday side dish recipes.
Southern Potato Salad: For 8 Servings
Master this classic Southern Potato Salad recipe featuring tender potatoes and hard-boiled eggs. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect texture. A…
Country Fried Chicken Recipe for 4 Servings
Master our Country Fried Chicken recipe with a high-starch dredge for the best crust. Includes an exact temperature chart and common mistakes checklist. Ready…
Smothered Chicken with Gravy for 5 Servings
Master this classic Southern Smothered Chicken recipe featuring rich onion gravy. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist. Perfect…
Buttermilk Biscuit Recipe for 12 Servings
Master this buttermilk biscuit recipe with our detailed timing guide focused on temperature control for ultimate flakiness. Includes a common mistakes…
Cajun Chicken for 4 Servings: Tender and Smoky
Master this easy Cajun Chicken recipe for a flavorful dinner idea. Learn to create the perfect smoky crust with our step-by-step timing guide. Ready in just 25…
Chicken Spaghetti Recipe for 8 Servings
Master this Chicken Spaghetti recipe, a creamy chicken spaghetti dish ready in just 35 minutes. Includes our common mistakes checklist for perfect results…
Corn Casserole: Creamy and Custardy
Forget dry mixes—this Corn Casserole recipe delivers a buttery, savory pudding texture. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist.…
Cowboy Queso Recipe for 16 Servings
Master this hearty Cowboy Queso recipe, featuring a thick, smoky dip that’s perfect as easy passing dishes for parties. Includes a step-by-step timing guide.…