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...
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Dessert
If you have a sweet tooth then you cannot miss these tantalising desserts and mouth-watering treats.
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 with Italian Meringue
Many of us have loved meringue since childhood. This recipe brings together that familiar sweetness with lemon curd, another classic favorite. The combination is beautifully balanced: silky, sweet-tart lemon cream...
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 Recipe
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...
Chilled Apple & Orange Crumble w/ Strawberry Jelly & Custard
This dish was inspired by my mother in law who makes the best apple slice. She is a pastry chef and stopped working in the trade a few years ago...
Dark Chocolate & Coffee Mousse
When it comes to chocolate, there are few things more mysterious than the fabled extraction of the cacao tree’s pod. From puddings, panna cottas and souffles to mousses and truffles,...
Normandy Apple Tart
Imagine a Sunday afternoon, somewhere in a idyllic little town in Normandy France, sipping "Cafe au lait" on a small marble table in front of a side walk cafe. Acompanying the cafe, a freshly...
Coconut Dacquoise w/ Piña Colada Cream & Tropical Compote
‘Nothing beats a cocktail or high tea, so I wanted to have the two in one,’ quips Anna. ‘I used the flavours of a piña colada and twisted them into...
