When it comes to choosing between a crostata and a regular pie, I’m always team crostata! It’s quicker to make, takes less time to cool, and doesn’t leave me with a giant pie that I’m tempted to snack on all week long. This humble peach crostata serves 4-6, making it […]
Dessert
Empire cookie, or as they call it in Winnipeg – Imperial Cookie – Elegant Shortbread Sandwich Cookie with Raspberry Jam
Imperial Cookie is a sandwich cookie made out of light and fluffy shortbread, with raspberry jam in the middle, sugary white glaze on top and a little red dot in the middle. Empire biscuit is a traditional Scottish dessert which is also popular in other European countries such as Germany, […]
Individual Berry Trifle – Light and Refreshing Summer Dessert 🍓
This individual berry trifle is the perfect balance of textures and flavors. With layers of juicy, glistening berries, creamy whipped topping, and crunchy cookies, it’s a dessert that’s sure to please everyone—even those who usually shy away from whipped cream! One secret ingredient that makes this dessert so irresistible? A […]
Individual Light and Airy Mini Pavlovas – The Perfect Summer Dessert ☀️
Crispy on the outside, soft and marshmallowy on the inside, and topped with fresh whipped cream and juicy strawberries—these mini pavlovas are the ultimate summer dessert! 🍓✨ Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or bringing a treat to a potluck, these delicate pavlovas are sure to impress. One of the […]
Lime Cheesecake Bars with Salted Butterscotch Topping and Buttery Pecan Crust 🍋🍰✨
I mean, seriously—just reading that title makes you want to whip these up, right? These cheesecake bars are everything you could ever want: rich and creamy, with the perfect balance of fresh, zesty lime flavor and a sweet yet salty butterscotch topping. The buttery pecan crust ties it all together, […]
Velvety, Ultra Chocolatey Zucchini Brownies with Fudge Frosting 🍫
I’ll start with this: these are not “healthy” brownies—adding zucchini here isn’t some sneaky health move! 😄 If you’re like me and don’t buy into the whole “healthier dessert” trend, don’t be scared off by the mention of zucchini. I love my desserts sweet and decadent, and I’d much rather […]
Mouthwatering, Velvety, One-Pot Chocolate Pudding in Just 5 Minutes 🍫✨
This chocolate pudding is seriously to-die-for! Made with simple ingredients, it’s rich, velvety, and incredibly easy to whip up from scratch. Best of all, you’ll only need one pot (plus a whisk and spatula) to create this luscious treat. I typically steer clear of nutrition debates since this is a […]
Amazing salted caramel. Or, technically, “butterscotch sauce”
There is actually a difference between these two confectioneries. Caramel is made with white granulated sugar and often requires precise temperature control, as it needs to reach a high temperature to develop that signature deep amber color and slightly bitter flavor. Butterscotch, on the other hand, is made with brown […]