Tiramisu is a classic that is quite easy to make. Garnish with mint, berries, or raspberry coulis.  Espresso adds an extra rich flavor as does your favorite chocolate liqueur! Select a rich chocolate for chocolate shavings. I like to use a fruity flavor such as…

Homemade No-Churn Strawberry Pistachio Ice Cream: No ice cream maker? No problem with this No churn strawberry pistachio ice cream recipe! All you need is a loaf pan. Homemade Ice Cream sounds daunting, but it is easy with a bit of practice and the right recipe.

Lemon Squares are delightfully tart and so enjoyably spring-y!   This lemon square recipe adds lemon zest for a bit of bite in the filling, and uses a shortbread crust to not compete with the lemon flavor, making them LEMONY Lemon Squares.    A hit…

Hazelnut Espresso Brownies have decadent nutty and espresso flavors without being excessively sweet. These rich yet gooey brownies make a yummy dessert all on their own, but the secret to this Hazelnut Espresso Brownie recipe is topping them with our homemade Gianduja recipe. Gianduja is…

How to make Nutella at home recipe to make your own Gianduja, a delicious chocolate and hazelnut spread. Wonderful as a layer inside a cake or atop brownies.

Easy to make for a crowd, this brunch-y dessert has a smooth Raspberry filling combined with a buttery crumb topping. The brown sugar lends a warm, cozy taste and it is delicious with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on top. Can be prepared…

It can be difficult to entertain friends with allergies and still keep everyone happy. Cupcakes are a very popular dessert option, and these Carrot Cupcakes are not at all dry or crumbly due to one special trick in prep that can withstand the substitution of…

Homemade Linzer Tarts contain the refreshing flavoring of zest of lemon, almonds, raspberries with traditional rich cookie taste, topped with powdered sugar. These tasty cookies make a nice luncheon style dessert, tea party, bridal shower or just general treat that stands by itself.  The texture…

Few things are as tantalizing as fresh Spring and summer fruits, especially from a local farmer’s market or even picked fresh from your own garden. Make the most of summers bounty with a Mixed Berry Fruit Tart. At just nine inches in diameter and made…

Macaroons have reached epic popularity in part due to the colorful confections of renowned pasterries such as Ladurée in NYC and Paris. Macaroons are rumored to have more humble beginnings in Italian Monasteries where they didn’t have the sleek, colorful look associated with the modern macaroon. This…