I have made this walnut and caramel cream cake – Snickers – several times, especially when we have guests or when there are leftover walnuts at home. It’s one of those multi-layered recipes,...
I have often found myself needing something simple, with readily available ingredients, especially for when guests come over or when I want something sweet that lasts well for a few days. This nut...
I made this cake for the first time when I had some mascarpone in the fridge and a fruit compote that needed to be used. I was left with two cocoa layers, a light mascarpone cream, and a fairly...
Every time I have guests and want something light yet impactful, I make this apple and vanilla cream cake. It's not a complicated recipe, doesn't require exotic ingredients, and the apples give it a...
Every year, when the family gathers for the holidays, requests for new cakes come up. This time, I had two wishes to fulfill: something with chocolate and, at the same time, a cake that would use the...
Chocolate and walnut cookies (also known as chocolate crinkles) are among the most requested in our family, especially in winter. I make them almost every Christmas. I love their texture, crispy on...
I usually prepare this cake when I have more people coming to the table, especially in the summer, when I find canned tropical fruits or sour cherries on the shelf. It is made without baking, does...
I have made these cookies several times, every time I needed something quick to go with my morning coffee or for a short visit with friends. They are not picky about ingredients or technique, and the...
When I make choux à la crème, I don't complicate myself too much with decorations or perfect shapes, but I do care about crispy shells and fluffy cream. I've tried this recipe several times, each...
Orange and Chocolate Cake This cake came about because I had fresh oranges, and my son always asks for something with chocolate. I started with the idea of an orange cake and adapted the recipe to...