Neapolitan ice cream is a combination of chocolate, vanilla and strawberry ice creams that are all in the same container. You can scoop it so that you get just one single flavor, or so that you get some of each element in every scoop. Chocolate, vanilla and strawberry are flavors that you …
Mincemeat is a mixture of chopped dried fruits and spices that has recently found its way into my regular holiday baking. While some countries have a rich tradition of mincemeat desserts – some of which include other ingredients, like ground nuts or liqueur – I didn’t grow up eating it. But as …
Pumpkin pie will always be a staple for me, but I never tire of adding new little twists on it. One favorite of mine is to make a Pumpkin Pie with Streusel Topping, adding a little bit of extra crunch and sweetness to the spicy custard classic. Just about every pie is …
Peaches are a versatile fruit that can be incorporated into a wide variety of desserts and baked goods. From muffins to cobblers, you can’t go wrong with peaches. But when it comes to desserts where peaches are the star, it is hard to beat a Classic Lattice-Topped Fresh Peach Pie. The pie filling …
Daquiris are one of my go-to summer cocktails. I’m not talking about blended strawberry daiquiris (although those are good, too), either. I’m talking about the classic daiquiri cocktail that is made with lime, sugar and rum. This Daiquiri Tart is inspired by that classic cocktail, with a rum-spiked …
I’ll never turn down a slice of apple pie, but baking an apple tart instead of a traditional pie is a great way to up your apple dessert game. This Apple Normandy Tart is my version of a French classic. It has a tender shortcrust pastry base, an almond filling that is …
Key lime pie is one of my most requested summer desserts. The sweet-tart pie is served cold and is always very refreshing on a hot day. It also happens to pair exceptionally well with any fresh berries that you may have lying around the kitchen, so you can easily incorporate your favorite in-season …
As a fan of coconut, I’m always interested when I see a coconut pie on a dessert menu. Recently at a restaurant known for their pies, I had a very disappointing slice of coconut pie that had almost no coconut flavor to it. The texture of that pie left something to be desired, …
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