Take those juicy, peak-summer tomatoes and turn them into this ricotta tomato tart that’s buttery, crisp, and rich. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer. A layer of creamy ricotta, juicy tomatoes dressed in olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and buttery, crisp puff pastry […]
Bright lemon, juicy blueberries, and a crisp buttery crumb topping come together in this soft Lemon Blueberry Crumb Loaf that’s simple enough for everyday baking but special enough to share. When developing this recipe, my goal was to make a cake that can be eaten […]
This Asparagus Ricotta Tart with Hollandaise Sauce is the perfect way to bid adieu to asparagus season and the perfect dish to serve at your next brunch: bright, rich, and easy to put together, it’s simple but far from boring. I love the kind of […]
This strawberry orange layer cake is the kind of cake that disappears quickly: orange-scented layers separated by mounds of whipped cream, with strawberries piled generously between each. It feels equal parts summer dinner party and afternoon treat — the sort of thing best served slightly […]
This grape blueberry galette is unfussy in the way all good desserts tend to be: built on a flaky, buttery crust and filled with grapes and blueberries that burst and become jammy in the oven, turning syrupy at the edges while the crust turns golden […]
A sophisticated take on the humble classic, this sesame banana bread balances rich, nutty, creamy, and sharp notes. Topped with a cream cheese frosting and caramelized bananas, it makes a great coffee cake or a gorgeous dessert. Banana bread has been a prominent figure in […]
Nothing says spring like a vibrant Strawberry Mascarpone Tart. With a crisp, buttery crust, a rich mascarpone filling, and a glossy crown of fresh strawberries, this dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, celebrating a birthday, or simply craving […]
Whole wheat flour meets orange, raspberries and a buttery lemon curd in this bright cake – a beautiful balance of nutty, citrusy, and rich. Simple enough to serve as a coffee cake, yet easily dressed up to make an impression for a special occasion. With […]
This spiced vanilla custard tart is inspired by classic crèmeux-style desserts: rich, creamy, and indulgent. Warm spices give it an eggnog-adjacent feel without tipping into novelty, while the cocoa crust and caramel add depth and bitter notes that keep it from being too sweet. This […]
A vibrant green chicken pot pie to brighten this dreadful winter gray. On a chilly, quiet afternoon, as these things often go, the idea came to me: what if I take a chicken pot pie and make it green? Not in a Dr. Seuss kind […]
Crispy, cloudy, half dessert, half table decoration. As we wrap up our series on Christmas desserts, it was only fitting to end it on a simple, yet showstopper of a dessert. Day twelve. The last dessert of this series, arriving just after the holidays have […]
Few desserts have a backstory as good as tarte Tatin — and even fewer manage to feel both rustic and elegant at the same time. It’s the dessert you order at a bistro when you want something classic but not boring, familiar yet exciting. Tarte […]
Holiday mornings call for something soft, warm, and cozy. Day 6 brings a small batch of chocolate rolls that feel like a hug fresh from the oven. Somewhere between a dessert, a snack, and breakfast, these chocolate rolls can be whatever you need them to […]
Welcome to Day 5 of our 12 Days of Christmas Desserts! Today, we’re stepping up the elegance factor with a pear frangipane tart. A dessert that brings together a tender, almond-scented filling and pear slices in a crisp, buttery crust. Simple but a timeless classic […]
If you’re looking for a dessert that’s both elegant and simple, you’ve found it: molten chocolate lava cakes. With a gooey chocolate center wrapped in a fully baked exterior, this is a dessert that’s decadent without being overindulgent. Perfect for treating yourself when a late-night […]