Triple Chocolate Lamingtons is a delicacy that is as tasty as it is elegant. Using chocolate three different ways satisfies even the toughest chocoholic. It is that time of month when I participate in a baking challenge on a website called The Daring Kitchen, that issues monthly challenges to it’s members. Members are from all over …
Desserts
Nutella Filled Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies are crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and topped with creamy Nutella. They’re delicious and easy to make. We love Nutella, and our Peanut Butter Coffee Cake and Hazelnut Cookie Bars are amazing! Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies transform the classic Thumbprint cookie to gourmet status.
Beautiful and Rustic Strawberry Slab Pie has a sweet crunchy, buttery crust that’s filled with a delicious thick strawberry filling. One ingredient that says “Hello I’m Spring and I am here to stay”, is strawberries! John and I have already gone through about 14 pounds of them, and not one has gone to waste. What …
Salted Caramel Butterscotch Budino is an Italian pudding that is so creamy and delicious. This dessert consists of three layers. A creamy pudding topped with a deep caramel which is all sprinkled with a flaky sea salt. John and I have a favorite place to go for dinner. The chef was classically trained and worked …
You only need one apple for this Dutch Apple Cake. It is a quick and easy dessert to put together, and the perfect dessert for a chilly fall day. John and I took advantage of the day and went on a walk. The weather was cool and a bit windy. By the time we got …
This Esterhazy Torte a.k.a the Hungarian dream takes some time to put together, but I’ll guarantee you will not regret it after your first bite. It’s definitely what sweet dreams are made of. As a part of my new years’ resolutions, I wanted to learn more about cooking. I know how to cook, but I …
Peanut Butter Cup Trees make an adorable place setter on your table as well as a great after dinner treat. The whole family will have fun making their own. I always have fun over the Holidays. We get to visit friends, and I bake, which as you may know, I love! This year I decided …
Snowflake Chocolate Bundtlettes are just a little more special than a cupcake and small enough that each person can enjoy one all to themselves. We recently got together with several of our good friends for a great evening. Everyone brings something to eat so when I received the invitation, I immediately started to think about what …
This Scrumptious Candy Bar Popcorn Snack makes a delicious snack that is impossible not to eat. It looks fancy but is so simple to make. It’s perfect for any occasion. Hey honey, where did all of the leftover Halloween candy go? Ahhh into this Scrumptious Candy Bar Popcorn Snack! We generally take whatever we have …
When I plan a meal, I like to have a balance of “opposites”. For instance, if I have a savory dish, I will also serve something with a little sweetness or a rich dish with something a little bland. Some things just go together. A rich braised meat goes well with polenta, spicy shrimp with …
Delicious and EASY Chocolate Trifle Recipe combine tender chocolate cake with creamy chocolate pudding, sweet whipped cream, and a sprinkle of Oreos. We’ve been making this Chocolate Cake Trifle for our family for over 20 years. Chocolate Trifle is an easy and delicious chocolate pudding dessert that is a great make-ahead recipe that chocolate lovers …
Chocolate Meringue Stars are a delicious cookie with a soft center and a nice little crunch on the outside. They are pretty to look at and easy to make! My husband John has always loved meringue. For birthday desserts he usually requests a pie topped with meringue. Nine times out of ten it’s a Pineapple …
Mexican Brownies have a deep moist chocolatey goodness with a back-end spicy hello, courtesy of a little cayenne! Everyone just loves this easy dessert. We had some friends over last weekend for a casual dinner. We were thinking that we would barbecue outside and just enjoy a beautiful evening. Well, this is Nebraska, and even though …
Apple pecan pastry is perfect for breakfast. The warm apple and cinnamon flavors are perfect with that first cup of coffee in the morning After I made these pastries, first I did a little happy dance and then I promptly gave 8 of them away. I wanted to see what my friends thought of my …
If you love Chocolate Cookies with rich chewy centers and a delicate outer crunch, you are going to love this Easy Dark Chocolate Cookies For A Crowd Recipe! Deep dark chocolate cookies that are tender and moist in the center but have an amazing crunch on the edges and a sweet crackly sugar top.