Dessert

There’s something magical about desserts that sparkle – both literally and figuratively. My champagne-infused fruit gelee became my go-to party trick after a desperate attempt to impress my in-laws at a last-minute dinner party. The bubbles in the champagne create this delicate jelly that cradles fresh berries like little jewels, and the best part? It’s…

Oh my goodness, let me tell you about my newest baking obsession – these Tahini Swirl Brown Butter Blondies! After burning my fair share of butter and creating some questionable swirl patterns (let’s just say my first attempt looked more like abstract art than dessert), I finally perfected this magical combination. The nutty depth of…

Oh my gosh, have you ever had one of those “why didn’t I try this sooner?!” moments with a drink? That was me the first time I tasted Sambuca Affogato Espresso. Picture this: rich, velvety espresso cascading over creamy vanilla ice cream, topped with that sweet anise kick from sambuca. It’s like dessert and coffee…

Let me tell you about the time I accidentally stumbled upon dessert heaven. I was at this tiny Oaxacan restaurant, already full from dinner, when the waiter convinced me to try their “special chocolate mousse.” One bite of that smoky, velvety magic and I was hooked. Turns out their secret was mezcal – that gorgeous,…

Oh my gosh, you guys – I can’t wait to share this game-changer with you! My allulose sweetened keto donuts are the fluffy, guilt-free treat I’ve been craving since going low-carb. Trust me, no one will believe these aren’t the real deal. The magic? Allulose. It sweetens without the carbs or weird aftertaste, giving you…

There’s nothing quite like the first bite of lemon balm tea granita on a scorching summer afternoon. I discovered this icy Italian treat years ago when my neighbor Nonna Maria handed me a frosty glass during a heatwave – one taste and I was hooked! The way the delicate herbal notes of lemon balm mingle…

You know that moment when you take a bite of something so perfectly balanced, so unexpectedly delicious, it makes you pause mid-chew? That’s exactly what happened when I first tried combining hojicha and matcha in this cookie-studded ice cream. The roasted, almost caramel-like warmth of hojicha dances with matcha’s bright grassy notes, all wrapped up…

Oh my gosh, you have to try these pistachio butter cookie sandwiches! I stumbled upon this recipe when I had a jar of pistachio butter sitting in my pantry (you know how those impulse buys go). One bite and I was hooked—the buttery cookies with that creamy, nutty filling? Absolute magic. These little treats are…

Oh my gosh, let me tell you about these Bourbon Pecan Pie Bars – they’re like all the best parts of Thanksgiving dessert but in perfect little handheld squares! I first made them for a potluck last fall when I realized dragging a whole pie to the party just wasn’t happening. The moment that bourbon…

Oh my goodness, you have to try this espresso martini cake – it’s like your favorite cocktail decided to dress up as dessert! I first made this for a girls’ night last year, and let me tell you, the pan was scraped clean before I could even offer seconds. The magic happens when strong espresso…