An old-school French confection, pâte de fruits, has seen a big revival in the past couple of years among chefs and home bakers as they try to make the most of fresh seasonal fruits. These tiny parcels have a concentrated fruit flavor and a delectably soft jelly texture, all coated in sugar. They are such…
Fruit Trifle
View the print-ready version of this recipe. My mom used to make this Fruit Trifle for us as a special dessert during the spring and summer when I was a kid. Not only is it gorgeous, it is DELICIOUS! I love that it has that “wow” factor to it, but is also incredibly easy to…
Homemade Pudding Is the Perfect Way to End Your Meal
When you’re searching for something sweet after lunch or dinner, homemade chocolate pudding will become your go-to dessert. It’s important to note that homemade chocolate pudding can lack flavor if you don’t use enough chocolate, and it can even develop a grainy texture if there’s too much cocoa butter. But by using a modest amount…
Strawberry Oat Squares (Recipe)
Breakfast? Dessert? You can go either way with these fruity oat squares. Serves 9 Ingredients: 1 cup pitted dates 1/2 cup warm water 3 cups frozen sliced strawberries (or other berries) 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 teaspoon pure vanilla bean powder (see note) 2 ripe bananas, mashed 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats 1/2 cup finely chopped…
The Forgotten Beauty of Blanc-Manger
The blanc-manger is a somewhat forgotten medieval French dessert that surely deserves a comeback, especially during strawberry season. A cousin to Italian panna cotta, this dessert is made from milk, cream, sugar, and gelatin to reach a consistency that’s milky, smooth, and just firm enough, with just a gentle wobble. It’s quick and easy to make,…
This Three-Layer Cookie Bar Only Requires One Trip to the Oven
The idea of making a three-layer cookie bar seems daunting, since the process often involves baking and assembling the dessert in stages. But we figured out a way to do it in one go to make it easier for the home baker. The trick for this cookie bar is making one dough do double duty,…
Lemon Cupcakes Taste Like Pure Sunshine
Chocolate and vanilla may be the perennial cupcake flavor favorites, but in my house zingy lemon cupcakes are our top pick for celebrations. These homemade lemon cupcakes have a delicate, moist crumb that’s infused with the bright flavor of fresh lemons. Finish these tender cakes with just enough of a perfectly (not-too) sweet lemon buttercream,…
The Very Best Banana Pudding—Ever? ‘Yes!’ Say My Colleagues
By Amy Drew Thompson From Orlando Sentinel It wasn’t long after I dropped it off that my phone pinged with an incoming text. “My God, Woman. This banana pudding.” I was driving, so I couldn’t answer right away, but the reaction was natural. I smiled and thought, I know—right? Back in December, I blew out the…
Homemade Strawberry-Filled Toaster Pastries
By Gretchen McKay From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Is there any more memorable and cherished taste from childhood than a Pop-Tart? The sugary toaster pastries have been an iconic grab-and-go breakfast food since Kellogg Co. introduced them in the 1960s, probably because they taste more like a dessert than a healthy way to start your day. I…
Lemon-Olive Oil Tart Is a Perfect Way to End Your Easter Celebration
While most lemon tart recipes feature butter in both the crust and the filling, in this recipe we use extra-virgin olive oil to take some of the fuss out of your prep work. Simply mix flour, sugar and salt with the oil and a little water until a soft dough forms; crumble it into the…
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