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Blueberry and Lemon Cake
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Blueberry and Lemon Cake

On quieter weekends, when there are some fresh blueberries left in the fridge and a couple of lemons in the fruit bowl, I usually make this blueberry and lemon cake. I first tried it a few years ago,...

Chocolate cake with meringue
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Chocolate cake with meringue

Chocolate and Meringue Cake I have made this cake a few times, especially when I crave something chocolatey but don't want to complicate things with creams or glazes. It's not a sophisticated cake...

Raspberry and yogurt cake
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Raspberry and yogurt cake

I made this raspberry and yogurt cake after a period of heavy meals, simply because I felt the need for something refreshing and easy to prepare. There's nothing complicated here – two fluffy...

Cheese pretzels
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Cheese pretzels

At home, when I feel like having something savory quickly, I often turn to this recipe for cheese pretzels. You don’t need yeast, you don’t have to spend much time with the dough, and it’s the...

Chocolate ganache roll
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Chocolate ganache roll

I made this roll with chocolate ganache when I visited some neighbors. I thought it would be nice to bring something homemade, so I chose this simple recipe. I usually bought rolls from the store,...

Celebration cake
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Celebration cake

I started on this cake on a holiday, with guests around noon and some free time in the morning. The cocoa sponge is easy to make, not the kind of sponge that requires a lot of attention. The...

Prince Nicolae Cake
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Prince Nicolae Cake

Short and Natural Introduction I came across this recipe while browsing through an old cookbook from Casa Capșa, looking for a suitable dessert for the holidays. A cake with almonds and pistachios...

Stuffed nuts
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Stuffed nuts

When I make stuffed walnuts at home, I like to work without rush. Every time, the dough comes together easily, there’s no need to insist too much, and the cream has a fresh lemon flavor. After...

Macarons
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Macarons

French Macarons with White Chocolate Ganache The first time I made macarons at home, I was a bit anxious about the texture and the little details that make a difference. Over time, I learned that if...

Mascarpone cake
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Mascarpone cake

When I'm craving something with a fine cream and a nutty base, I make this mascarpone cake. I've prepared it several times, especially when I have leftover mascarpone in the fridge from other recipes...