Dessert

If you have a sweet tooth then you cannot miss these tantalising desserts and mouth-watering treats.

Portuguese Cornstarch Cookies

Portuguese cornstarch cookies, known as Biscoitos de Maizena, are beloved for their delicate texture and simple ingredients. Made with cornstarch, butter, powdered sugar, and eggs, the dough comes together quickly...

Elena-Greta Apostol

May 4, 2026

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Easy High-Protein Banana Oat Pudding

This baked banana protein oat pudding is a simple, nourishing breakfast (or post work-out treat) that comes together in minutes. Made with ripe banana, oats, yogurt, and a boost of...

Diana Oana

April 7, 2026

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Crêpes Suzette (French Orange Butter Crêpes)

Crêpes Suzette is one of those classic French desserts that feels both simple and a little special at the same time. Soft, delicate crêpes are coated in a buttery orange...

Elena-Greta Apostol

March 31, 2026

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Lemon Bars with a Buttery Walnut Crust

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Buttery, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, these lemon bars bring together a delicate walnut shortbread base and a smooth lemon custard that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart. The...

Giorgos Tsoulis

March 25, 2026

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French White Chocolate Cream Dessert

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This elegant white chocolate cream is a smooth, custard-style dessert made with just a few simple ingredients: cream, egg yolks, and white chocolate. The result is a rich yet delicate...

Giorgos Tsoulis

March 20, 2026

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Barazek: Syrian Sesame Cookies with Pistachios

I was introduced to these cookies during my first days in my husband’s Syrian family household. Barazek are a must with a cup of coffee and served when guests come...

Mia Florea

February 17, 2026

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Classic French Canelé

Canelé are among the most iconic French pastries, famous for their deeply caramelized crust and soft, custardy center. While they’re often considered tricky, this version by Giorgos Tsoulis breaks the...

Giorgos Tsoulis

February 10, 2026

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Whole-Wheat Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

These chocolate whole-wheat sandwich cookies are soft, lightly baked, and naturally sweetened with honey, offering a more wholesome alternative to traditional cookies. The cocoa-rich dough stays tender, while the crunchy...

Giorgos Tsoulis

January 21, 2026

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Coconut Cake with Mango & Orange Blossom

This coconut cake brings together classic tropical flavors of sweet mango and fragrant coconut with a subtle Middle Eastern touch from orange blossom water. Light, moist, and naturally rich, it’s...

Mia Florea

December 30, 2025

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Easy Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Gingerbread! There’s been a real gingerbread craze lately, and I couldn’t help but join in. After admiring (and tasting!) so many beautiful cookies, creative shapes, and festive ideas, I finally...

Paula

December 20, 2025

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Heart-shaped Walnut & Cinnamon Cookies

Who doesn’t love cookies? In our house, they’re always a big hit so much so that if they could replace soup, main courses, and dessert, my little ones would be...

Paula

December 19, 2025

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Chocolate Almond Biscotti

During the holiday season, my kitchen is usually filled with cookies and small sweets meant for easy snacking. I tend to avoid elaborate cakes or cream-based desserts that spoil quickly...

Paula

December 19, 2025

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Beigli: Hungarian Walnut & Poppy Seed Roll

Beigli with walnut and poppy seed filling is a cake that has fascinated me for as long as I can remember. Growing up in Transylvania, where there is a large...

Paula

December 18, 2025

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Thai Coconut Dumplings (Kanom Tom)

Soft, chewy, and fragrant with pandan and coconut, these traditional Thai Coconut Dumplings (Kanom Tom) are a delightful bite-sized treat. Each dumpling wraps a warmly sweet coconut–palm sugar filling inside...

Chef Lyn

December 12, 2025

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Ricotta Cupcakes w/ White Chocolate Ganache

This cupcake centerpiece is a simple yet very impressive dessert to showcase when you’re hosting friends and family. Fluffy ricotta cupcakes topped with light, whipped white chocolate ganache come together...

Mia Florea

December 9, 2025

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Chef’s Signature Rasmalai

Reimagining a beloved classic is never simple—especially when that classic is Rasmalai, one of India’s most nostalgic sweets. But for Chef Sumant Sharma, Executive Pastry Chef at Michelin-starred Musaafer Houston...

Sumant Sharma

November 25, 2025

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Torrija (Spanish French Toast)

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This Torrija (Spanish French Toast) recipe comes from celebrated Spanish chef José Pizarro, often called the Godfather of Spanish cooking in the UK. A native of Talaván, Extremadura, José transforms...

José Pizarro

November 7, 2025

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Halloween Chocolate Mousse Cups

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Fall

This Halloween chocolate mousse is a quick, decadent dessert that’s as spooky as it is delicious. Made with just two main ingredients—rich melted chocolate and whipped cream—it’s a silky, creamy...

Giorgos Tsoulis

October 14, 2025

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Grape Custard Tart

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Fall

This elegant grape tart combines a buttery oat-based crust, silky vanilla custard, and a topping of fresh grapes for a refreshing twist on a classic fruit tart. Light, creamy, and...

Giorgos Tsoulis

October 7, 2025

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Halloween Meringue Ghosts

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Fall

These ghost meringues are as adorable as they are delicious—light, crisp, and sweet bites that melt in your mouth. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they’re the perfect treat...

Giorgos Tsoulis

October 2, 2025

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Atelier’s Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Chef Bradyn Kawcak of Michelin-starred Atelier Chicago shares his elevated take on a beloved classic: sour cream coffee cake. Rich, moist, and aromatic, this version layers the comforting notes of...

Chef Bradyn Kawcak

September 26, 2025

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Russian Walnut Cookies: Oreshki

Russian Walnut Cookies, called oreshki or horishky, are a beloved childhood treat across Eastern Europe. Traditionally baked in walnut-shaped molds, these crisp little shells are sandwiched together with a creamy...

Viktoria Urmach

September 4, 2025

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Kutia: Wheat Berry Pudding with Compote

Kutya (or kutia) is a festive Christmas Eve dish popular in Ukraine, Poland, and many other Central and Eastern European countries. Made with wheat, poppy seeds, honey, and nuts or...

Viktoria Urmach

August 20, 2025

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Ukrainian Cheesecake Casserole

This traditional Ukrainian cheesecake casserole, known locally as Zapikanka, is light, airy, and delicate, with the texture of a cheesecake soufflé. You can add any filling you like—raisins, dried apricots,...

Viktoria Urmach

August 13, 2025

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