Category: Dessert
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Hazelnut, Almond & Pistachio Fluffy Cake with Chocolate Ganache
Hazelnut, Almond & Pistachio Fluffy Cake with Chocolate Ganache It’s pretty obvious we’re nuts about nuts at home—hazelnuts, almonds, pistachios, you name it, we love them. So, when I got the idea to bake a cake featuring all three of our faves, my husband was beyond thrilled. It’d been a minute since I had busted…
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Homemade French Crepes
Homemade French Crepes Crepes were one of the first recipes I learned as a child. They’re not only a cherished snack and breakfast for me but also for my husband. Witnessing his smile when I announce that I’m making crepes is always heartwarming. The sentimental value of crepes extends to my family roots in Brittany.…
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Vanilla Honey Infused Cheesecake
Vanilla Honey Infused Cheesecake The cold is settling in San Francisco! Well, at least for me; living in Texas for six years would make any other city feel cold, even when it’s not. So, this week, I felt the urge to create a comforting delight that would not only warm my soul but also bring…
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Pistachio Honey Cake with Pomegranate Icing
Pistachio Honey Cake with Pomegranate Icing Welcome to our culinary corner, where the delightful aroma of fresh ingredients, the art of baking, and the magic of sweet indulgence come together. Today, we have a special treat in store for you as we unveil a recipe that’s sure to tickle your taste buds and fill your…
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Passion Fruit Key Lime Pie
Passion Fruit Key Lime Pie One of my absolute favorite fruits is Passion Fruit. When its season arrives, I’m always on the lookout for creative ways to incorporate it into my dishes. This recipe idea was sparked by a delightful pastry we indulged in at Tartine Manufactory yesterday. It was a pastry filled with a…
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Blueberry Jam and Oat Breakfast Cake
Blueberry Jam and Oat Breakfast Cake Do you ever wake up in the morning with an empty belly, craving a delicious breakfast, only to find your kitchen lacking the ingredients you desire? We’ve all been there, facing two undeniable truths. First, you don’t want to rush to the grocery store. Second, your hunger is real…
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Blueberry Lime Cupcakes
Blueberry Lime Cupcakes Earlier this week, my husband and I were engaged in a game of tennis when the topic of my recipes came up. I was enthusiastic about my last couple of recipes and mentioned my plans to experiment with another savory recipe this week. To my surprise, my husband looked at me and…
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Tcharak – Almond & Orange Blossom Honey Cookies
Tcharak – Almond & Orange Blossom Honey Cookies Back in France, we use to eat Tcharak regularly but since we moved to the US it has slipped from our culinary repertoire. When our family came to visit us a month ago, we exchanged a few recipes and she gave me her recipe for the tcharak…
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Apricot & Almond Tart
Apricot & Almond Tarte When the shelves of my local community market are filled with ripe apricots, I find myself irresistibly drawn to creating an apricot and almond tart. It transports me back to my childhood home, where my grandparents owned orchards abundant with peaches and apricots. We would gather the fruits and transform them…
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Roasted Tomato and Garlic Tartine
Roasted Tomato and Garlic Tartine This week, the sun is shining and we’re craving those warm weather recipes. For us, that means a classic heirloom tomato and mozzarella salad – a dish we’ve been enjoying since we were kids. With our parents growing their own tomatoes, we’ve been spoiled with the best tasting tomatoes. Nothing…
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