Quick & Easy Nutella Croissants
It’s Sunday morning, and you’re the first one awake. As you sip your coffee, you start dreaming about whipping up a five-star breakfast—just like those heavenly mornings on your last...
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Dessert
If you have a sweet tooth then you cannot miss these tantalising desserts and mouth-watering treats.
Lokma: Fried Donuts Dipped in Syrup
These golden, syrup-soaked bites are a true indulgence. Lokma, a Mediterranean & Middle Eastern fried dessert, is soaked in honey or sweet syrup and is often enjoyed at street stalls...
Saffron-Ginger Trifle w/ Homemade Orange Marmalade
What better way to switch up the flavors of a trifle for a celebration than adding an oriental twist! The saffron elevates the pastry cream, the orange marmalade is an...
Papanași: Romanian Fried Donuts
Papanași are traditional, deep-fried cheese-filled donuts usually served with jam and sour cream. They are super delicious and they are probably the most popular Romanian dessert. You can find them...
Golden Pistachio Mascarpone Cream Cake
This pistachio mascarpone cake is a luscious treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of roasted pistachios with the creamy sweetness of mascarpone cheese. The soft, moist sponge is delicately...
Hot Chocolate with Homemade Marshmallows
If there’s anything you should be making this winter, it’s your own marshmallows! They are super soft and melt-in-your-mouth delicious! And if you’re making marshmallows, you might as well make...
Pistachio Sandwich Cookies
Maybe one of the best flavor combinations in the world is pistachios and chocolate! If you don’t believe me, try it yourself with these buttery pistachio sandwich cookies filled with...
Matcha Cranberry Rolls with Jam and Cream Cheese Frosting
Not everyone is a fan of matcha powder, but in these Matcha Cranberry Rolls, the earthy flavor of matcha pairs beautifully with the sweet and tangy cranberry jam. Finished with...
Easy Carob Freezer Fudge
Chocolate without chocolate! Yes, it might sound unusual, but this carob freezer fudge are incredibly delicious, soft, and delicate—and they really do taste like chocolate. It’s even suitable for babies...
Pistachio Tiramisu
This twist on the classic Tiramisu recipe stays true to its roots while introducing a vibrant pistachio flair. The secret lies in the pistachio paste blended into the creamy mascarpone...
No-Bake Vegan Date & Chocolate Cake
This No-Bake Vegan Date & Chocolate Cake is a must-try for dessert lovers! A base of dates, walnuts (or hazelnuts), and cocoa provides a naturally sweet foundation, while the cashew...
Vegan Spinach & Chocolate Cheesecake
This Vegan Spinach & Chocolate Cheesecake is a delightful blend of unique flavors and wholesome ingredients. The base combines oats, almond flour, and prunes with a touch of cocoa for...
Venezuelan Bienmesabe
This beloved Venezuelan dessert, whose name loosely translates to “it tastes good to me,” is a delightful fusion of European pastry techniques and tropical ingredients. There are a couple of...
Glazed Blood Orange & Poppy Seed Loaf Cake
This glazed orange and poppy seed cake is a real treat! When Sicilian red oranges are in season, this is probably the best way to showcase their gorgeous taste and...
Chocolate Tart with Caramelized Walnuts
Get ready to indulge in a dessert that feels like a culinary adventure! This chocolate tart with caramelized walnuts brings together the perfect balance of textures and flavors. The buttery...
Chocolate Panna Cotta
Transport yourself to Italy with this decadent chocolate panna cotta, a classic dessert with a luscious, creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Next to tiramisu, it’s one of the...
Homemade Milk Slice Cake (Kinder Milch-Schnitte)
This recipe is a homemade take on the popular Kinder Milk Slice (Milch-Schnitte), featuring soft cocoa sponge layers filled with a creamy mascarpone and whipped cream center. It’s an incredibly...
Heart-shaped Linzer Cookies with Jam
I am sending you lots of love today! Lots and lots of delicious love! These heart-shaped Linzer cookies are fragrant and soft, scented with either blackberry jam and cinnamon apple...
Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart
This wonderful tart combines the velvety textures of chocolate ganache with rich butter caramel, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth indulgence that’s truly irresistible! A delicious caramel chocolate tart recipe by Chef Giorgos...
Chocolate Linzer Cookies
Chocolate-filled Linzer cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They also make a really cute gift nestling in pretty boxes for friends and loved ones. These chocolate Linzer cookies are moist...
White Chocolate & Pistachio Babka Rolls
These babka rolls are soft, buttery, and filled with a luscious blend of pistachio cream, white chocolate chunks, and roasted pistachios. Twisted into beautiful swirls and brushed with a light...
Cardamom Pecan Pie Bars
These cardamom pecan pie bars combine a buttery almond-cardamom base with a rich topping of chopped pecans, coconut, and a hint of lemon zest and ginger. Baked until golden and...
Chocolate Pavlova
This chocolate pavlova is a decadent, cloud-like dessert with a crisp, chocolatey meringue shell and a soft, marshmallowy center. Infused with dark cocoa and finely grated chocolate, it’s topped with...
Karak Tea Cake w/ Spiced Apple Filling & Cardamom Cream Cheese Frosting
A cake packed with rich flavors and Middle Eastern spices that’s surprisingly easy to make! You don’t need to be a professional baker to create this impressive dessert, but you’ll...