Coffee Cake with Chestnut Puree and Mascarpone I made this cake on a day when I craved something coffee-flavored, not too sweet, yet still substantial. I used a 22 cm pan, which wasn’t the best...
My first pumpkin pie was made on an autumn afternoon, using fresh pumpkin from the market. I was pleased that the dough rolled out easily and didn't stick, and the smell in the kitchen was very...
When I need a quick, no-bake dessert, I make this coconut biscuit roll. I've found that it works well even with ordinary pantry ingredients. The recipe has no complicated steps and turns out just as...
Fruit and Chocolate Cake Usually, at the end of the year, I make cakes with whipped cream or the classic variations I've tried over time, but this year I decided to change things up and use...
Coconut Cream Cake I have had several occasions for a more special cake and I keep returning to this version with a walnut and chocolate base and lots of coconut cream. Sometimes I added vanilla...
I have made this biscuit cake many times, especially when I need a quick dessert for family or for a meal with friends. It seems particularly suitable when you have some plain biscuits in the...
Profiteroles at my home are more of a team effort. Vali handles the dough – I don't touch that, he gets it right every time, so we don't change anything here. I step in for the filling and...
I have made the Fanta cake many times, especially when I need something special with simple ingredients. I often make it for meals with more guests because it cuts nicely and is easy to serve. The...
Krantz Cake: the classic recipe with delicate layers, walnuts, and whipped cream I started making the Krantz cake on a Saturday afternoon when I had time to bake leisurely and wanted something with...
Cookie and Milk Cream Dessert (Doce de bolacha) There have been many times when I've found myself looking for a quick dessert to make, especially when I have last-minute guests. This cookie and milk...