Amandine (Romanian Chocolate Cake)
Well, I said what I said…it’s the weekend so it’s time for baking. And I’m trying something new this weekend – introducing amandine(s), a traditional Romanian dessert. This is a traditional...
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Dessert
If you have a sweet tooth then you cannot miss these tantalising desserts and mouth-watering treats.
Amaretto Cheesecake
This is a wonderful and delicious cheesecake with mascarpone, amaretto, and pomegranate. A wonderful cheesecake, with a ladyfinger base, a fine and fragrant cream, and a little bit of added...
Fraisier Cake (French Strawberry Cake)
Fraisier cake has French origins, reflected in its delicacy, its beautiful appearance and in how easy it is to make. The sponge has a delicate, genoise-like consistency, while the cream...
Raspberry Fig Cake
Once considered exotic fruits, figs have a unique taste and aroma and they can be easily found nowadays in many supermarkets and local food stores. They thrive in warm, Mediterranean climate...
Mascarpone Brownies with Whipped Cream
Occasionally time is not my best friend and that’s when I choose to make simple, quick desserts – but they still have to be delicious. Brownies are just perfect for...
Chocolate Magic Cake
Cakes that are quick to make, are soft, flavorful and creamy are my favorite. And since cream cakes usually require a bit of work, the easiest way is to choose the...
Lemon Swiss Roll
So many of us have loved meringue since childhood. This recipe brings together that wonderful taste of meringue with lemon curd, another childhood favorite. They make the perfect combination – silky, sweet-sour lemon...
Chocolate Blackberry Mousse Cake
It’s hard to appreciate a cake without tasting it. I can describe what it looks like, the decorations, the texture of the cream, and the sponge. Even the complexity can...
Vanilla Raspberry Bavarian Cake
What makes a cake special? The ingredients, the design, the way it was made, or the people it was made for? I think it takes at least two of the...
Raspberry Blueberry Shortcake
I love quick and easy cakes, especially those with a crispy and very fresh base that simply melt in the mouth. And what goes best with this base? A fruit-based cream, or...
No Flour Poached Pear Chocolate Cake
This cake certainly lives up to its name. It is an extremely delicate chocolate cake with soft mascarpone cream that beautifully combines two flavorful creams: chocolate with pears and honey mascarpone...
Gâteau Magique (French Magic Cake)
Gâteau Magique literally translated to magic cake is a delicious French cake that is quite easy to make. It begins with a classic mixture of butter, milk, eggs, and flour. But...
Snickers Cheesecake
There was a time in my life when for Easter I would always make Easter bread or Paska, either with sour cream or chocolate. But in the past few years,...
Millionaire’s Shortbread (Caramel Shortbread)
Millionaire’s shortbread, also known as caramel shortbread or caramel slice, is a decadent and indulgent treat that combines layers of buttery shortbread, rich caramel, and a luscious chocolate topping. It...
Homemade Almond & Peanut Butter Bars
Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with a wholesome and nutritious treat – a homemade healthy peanut butter bar packed with a delightful mix of nuts! This delectable recipe...
Blueberry Banana Cheesecake
This blueberry banana cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! Made with a creamy and tangy filling of cream cheese and Greek yogurt, this cheesecake is a delicious blend...
Chocolate Truffles
There really is no limit to the variety of truffles you can make with this great little recipe. Treat your guests to different flavoured, sized and textured truffles at your...
Chocolate Panna Cotta with Raspberry Coulis
This is one of my favourite desserts to prepare when having guests over for dinner as it can be completed entirely on the day before and leaves time to focus...
White Chocolate Almond Cookies w/ Raspberry Powder
These white chocolate & almonds cookies with raspberry powder are a delightful treat that combines the nuttiness of almonds, the sweetness of white chocolate, and the tartness of raspberry powder....
Sweet Cicely Ice Cream and Chocolate Mousse
This is a delicious sweet cicely ice cream recipe served with a decadent chocolate mousse, chocolate crumble and pineapple gel. Delish! If you don’t have time to make your own...
Ricotta Hotcake
Ricotta hotcake is a sweet pancake, usually eaten for breakfast or dessert. The pancakes are typically topped with syrup, berries and whipped cream. They are super soft and just slightly...
French Crêpes w/ Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Orange Jelly
The origin of Bitton Orange Jelly is a beautiful mistake. The original recipe was for marmalade. However, it was one that didn’t turn out the way it was supposed to....
Sabayon (Zabaglione)
The French have a name for it and the Italians have a name for it. I'm not sure who created it (and who really cares?) it tastes great, is simple...
Beer Bavarois Recipe
With German-French origins, bavarois, Bavarian cream, or crème bavaroise in French is a delicious dessert similar to a pudding, but 100x tastier. This particular recipe is made with stout beer...
