Plum Galette
Plums have to be the best autumn fruit. Their intense color, sweet taste, and overall flavor make them the most versatile autumn fruit. I’ve used them in many desserts, from...
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Dessert
If you have a sweet tooth then you cannot miss these tantalising desserts and mouth-watering treats.
No-bake Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake
Weekends always call for a tasty treat, whether it’s a simple dessert or something more elaborate and decadent. If you opt for the rich and tasty, a cheesecake is always...
Plum & Grape Hencleș (Transylvanian Cake)
Hencleș is a traditional Transylvanian dessert with Saxon origins. The Transylvanian Saxons were a large ethnic German group that settled in Transylvania, a region of Romania, during the Middle Ages....
Pumpkin Walnut Bread
Eating seasonal food is sustainable, supports local producers, and shows care for our planet’s fruits and vegetables. Plus, seasonal food tastes better and is richer in nutrients. Lastly, incorporating seasonal...
Quesillo: Venezuelan Flan
As a Venezuelan, the Quesillo holds a special place in my heart and palate. This caramelized pudding, delicately cooked in a water bath, boasts a recipe of simple yet essential...
Quatre Quarts: French Pound Cake
Quatre quarts, the French pound cake, gets its name from the four essential ingredients that are used in equal quantities: eggs, sugar, butter and flour. This makes it very simple...
Blood Orange & Lemon Mousse Cake
So, if it’s blood orange season, this red orange and lemon mousse cake is a must. It’s sweet and sour, with a crunchy base and a fine lemon mousse, while...
Cheesecake w/ Caramelized Figs
If you love caramel, figs, and cream cheese-heavy cakes, then this is a must-try recipe. I promise you won’t get enough of it. It’s perfect as a summer cake, but...
Raspberry Brownies with Raspberry Foam
This is probably one of my favorite brownie recipes, and it’s a must-try if you love brownies and have fresh raspberries on hand. The brownies are dense and slightly moist,...
Blueberry Lemon Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This recipe for Bundt cake, dotted with purple blueberries and infused with the sublime flavor of lemon, topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting, has been loudly praised by neighbors,...
Raspberry Lemon Loaf Cake
If you love sweet and sour desserts, with a sublime lemon flavor and delicious pieces of raspberry, you’re in the right place! If you don’t, you’re still in the right...
No-bake Cranberry Energy Bites w/ Peanut Butter
This is a guilt-free and easy-to-make sweet treat loaded with vitamins and healthy fats. It’s the perfect snack to boost your energy while on the road, hiking, or any other...
Greek Watermelon Pie
Combining the natural sweetness of watermelon with a touch of Mediterranean flair, this pie is the perfect treat for warm weather and a wonderful way to enjoy the flavors of...
Whipped Cream & Raspberry Ice Cream
Making ice cream at home is not difficult at all. If you have an ice cream machine, it can be even easier. One of the secrets to making good ice...
Chocolate Truffles with Peanut Butter
When it comes to chocolate-based treats, truffles are the most decadent and chocolatey dessert ever. While these peanut butter truffles don’t have as much chocolate as classic chocolate truffles, the...
Vegan Banana & Mango Cakes
These vegan mango cakes are a simple, flavorful recipe that will satisfy any sweet tooth. They also double up as a dessert for those who fast or are on a...
Champagne Tiramisu
A classic Italian dessert with a twist (or two): introducing Champagne Tiramisu. In this recipe, coffee is replaced with champagne, and the tiramisu is topped with fresh raspberries and a...
Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes
Strawberry lemon cupcakes are a simple and delicate early summer dessert. Neither too fancy nor too ordinary, these tasty cupcakes have a delightful strawberry and lemon flavor. They’re great for...
Poale-n Brâu: Romanian Sweet Cheese Buns
Poale-n brâu are traditional Romanian buns filled with a sweet cottage cheese-based cream. They are popular in Moldavia, the easternmost region of Romania. However, you can also find them in...
Tahini Halva with Almonds (Recipe)
Halva is a very popular dessert in many part of the world from South East Europe to the Middle East and Northern Africa. There are many different recipes for halva...
Chocolate Mud Cake
Chocolate mud cake – the ultimate chocolate cake. The dense, chocolatey batter is complemented by a smooth and delicious chocolate truffle cream. And because this is simply not enough chocolate,...
Black Forest Cupcakes (Best Cupcake Recipe)
Hello cupcakes! Or rather, hello black forest cupcakes! These cupcakes fully deserve their name. They are dense, black, moist, and super delicious. One of the best cupcakes out there. Period....
Mini Cherry Pavlovas w/ Chocolate Cream
This is a very dainty, delicate and aromatic dessert. Pavlova is a meringue-based cake hugely popular in Australia and New Zealand, crunchy on the outside but soft on the inside,...
Chocolate Cupcakes with Blackberry Sauce
These chocolate cupcakes are rich, soft, and deeply satisfying, with just the right balance of sweetness and freshness. The blackberry sauce adds a slightly tart contrast that cuts through the...