for easy desserts for Tom's graduation party. I a going to make the tandy cake which is easy and is baked on a cookie sheet...easy recipes would be good. I am looking for one recipe that is also made on a cookie sheet, its like a cheese cake with graham cracker crust, cream cheese on top of that then fruit on top...does anyone know what I am thinking of???If you have any good recipes either post them on the recipe board or email them to me at kernkate@yahoo.com...
TIA any help would be greatly appreciated

By Marg on Thursday, June 17, 2004 - 10:41 am:

This is easy.

Here is what you need:
2 small boxes of 5 minute vanilla pudding
1 box of grahm crackers
1 small container of coolwhip 8oz-10oz
1 small container of chocolate frosting

Make the 2 small boxes of vanilla instant 5 minute pudding. After it sets mix in a small container (3/4 of the container) of coolwhip.

Take a cake pan (glass is easier) put a layer of the mixture in the bottom on top of that layer put a layer of grahm crackers on top of that put another layer of the mixture on top of that crakers again.

Then put the frosting in the micro until it is warm enough to pour then pour it on top of the top layer of crackers let it sit for about 15 minutes for the frosting to harden.

This takes about 20 minutes total to make and it is really good and not really all that fattening

This is Tonya's recipe and posted on the recipe board.

I make this and everyone loves this. I use those throw away pans when taking them to other people's parties (so I don't have to wait around or worry about dishes).

By Marg on Thursday, June 17, 2004 - 10:41 am:

BTW, this needs to sit at least 8 hours in refrig before serving.

By Texannie on Thursday, June 17, 2004 - 11:15 am:

This is the easiest and so good.

Take whatever is your favorite brownie mix. Buy two and double the pan size.

Make up the batter according to directions for first box.
Pour into pan.
Layer York Peppermint Patties on top
Make up 2nd box according to directions
Pour over peppermint patties

Bake according to directions on the box. It will be very gooey. Cool, refridgerate till ready to serve. Set out for about 10 minutes then cut into squares.

By Kernkate on Friday, June 18, 2004 - 07:19 am:

Thanks Marg and Annie they both sound so good

By Melana on Friday, June 18, 2004 - 09:36 am:

Creamy Cheesecake

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
16 ounces cream cheese
2 eggs
3/4 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest



1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2 Beat softened cream cheese slightly. Add eggs, sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest. Beat until light and fluffy. Pour mixture into crust.
3 Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) until firm, about 25 minutes. Let cheesecake cool then top with cherry or blueberry pie filling, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

By Tink on Friday, June 18, 2004 - 08:35 pm:

Strawberry season is in full effect here and there is a recipe for a yummy-sounding Strawberry Pie on the Recipe Board. I don't remember who posted it but I thought it looked very easy. Just an idea.

By Marg on Monday, June 21, 2004 - 12:44 pm:

Kath, I know this is late, but are you looking for something like this? It is in the July/August issue of Taste of Home's Quick Cooking. I wish I could scan and post, but my scanner's on the blink.

Festive Fruit Tart

Prep Time 15 minutes

Ready in less than 1 hour

Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese softened
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon almond extract, divided
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 medium ripe peach or nectarine, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons apricot preserves

Press pastry onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9 inch tart pan with a removable bottom; trim edges. Generously prick the bottom with a fork. Bake at 450 for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack.

In a small mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract until smooth; spread over crust. Arrange fruit over cream cheese mixture. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine apricot preserves and remaining almond extract.

Microwave uncovered, on high for 20-30 seconds or until warm; brush over fruit.

Chill until serving

Yield 10-12 servings

It looks good and I hope it helps

By Kernkate on Monday, June 21, 2004 - 01:00 pm:

Thanks everyone I still can not find the one that is made on a cookie sheet with the canned fruit on top.Driving me crazy.
Marg its not to late, the party is Saturday and I am doing all my desserts Thursday night and Friday.