This is the peppermint bark I’ve been making for years…more than a decade? It’s peppermint bark with a little somethin’ somethin’. That somethin’ is Rice Krispies cereal!!! It adds a lightness and a crispy-crunchy bite that sets this peppermint bark apart from all others. Although my recipe is the same, I updated the method just…
You know those cookies that just seem to melt right on your tongue? Soft and light and ethereal? These are those. The color and the flavor come from freeze-dried raspberries. That’s right; there’s not a drop of pink food coloring in these babies. If your Valentine isn’t crazy for chocolate (I hear those people exist),…
Ever since my friend Lupita taught me how to make macarons several years ago, I’ve been in love with the process and results. Despite their finicky reputation, they are actually easy to make, Really! Recently, I made these oh-so-yummy Mexican chocolate macaronsand these simple macarons are the ones that started it all for me. This…
Playing off of the malted “eggs” chocolates at Easter, this trifle has malted flavor in every layer – brownies, pudding, and cream. This dessert feeds a crowd and is so festive topped with a chocolate bunny or more malted eggs. PREP TIME: 1 hour BAKE TIME: 30 minutes YIELD: 18-22 servings [Note: for even easier…
As I am sure many of you have noticed, Dubai chocolate is all the rage. This no bake Dubai chocolate cake is my creative take on the viral Dubai chocolate bar that has taken the internet by storm. At first, I thought it would be a temporary trend to make your own Dubai chocolate bars,…
A delicious dessert after a nice dinner is generally considered the perfect way to end a meal (hopefully not the evening). Well, we don’t just enjoy these delicious Chocolate Chia Pudding Cheesecake Trifles after dinner. We prepare these small sweet treats whenever we are in the mood for something delicious – day or night. ;P…
What are red currants? Red currants are ruby red berries that grow on a strand together. They ripen in the summer months, from June to July, making them super seasonal fruits. The berries are widely used and loved in Europe, where they also originated. Red Currants taste tart and a bit bitter and are not…
Let’s take a classic cake and turn it on its head – so to speak. I’d like to introduce you to the Pineapple Upside-Down BUNDT Cake. When a friend asked for a take on the classic, my mind went straight to Bundt. It’s a natural fit! Aren’t ALL bundt cakes upside-down cakes, really? Also, please tell…
Here it is. Your no-bake, make-ahead summer dessert. Pineapple cream tiramisu is tiramisu with a tropical twist. It’s LUSCIOUS. (Isn’t that such a good word?) Not only do the flavors make this perfect for summer, but because you MUST make is ahead of time, there’s no rushing around at the last-minute baking something for the neighbor’s…
Let’s start with the obvious question… WHAT THE HECK IS A BEAVER NUGGET??? If you’ve ever road-tripped through Texas, you might have come across a chain of gas stations/convenience stores called Buc-ee’s®. They’re just about the best thing on a long Texas road trip. They boast the cleanest restrooms (and, I think, the largest), and…
