I am all for fudgy chocolate brownies but sometimes you need something a bit lighter, buttery and citrusy. These Lemon Pistachio Blondies are just that. Don't skimp on the lemon glaze! It's brightness pulls everything together.
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This is a mashup of two of my husbands favorite desserts. Creamy and decadent vanilla mascarpone cheesecake is layered with boozy coffee syrup soaked lady fingers. It is all topped off with coffee whipped cream and sprinkled with dutch processed cocoa powder and chocolate covered espresso beans. You get all the flavors of tiramisu with the rich texture of classic New York style cheesecake.
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This is a fancy take on everyones favorite tray bake, brownies! Easy preparation with a spectacular presentation. Decedent Brownies are topped with dark chocolate truffles with an assortment of toppings. Show your valentines you love them by not only making homemade truffles but using them to top a fudgy homemade brownie. A slice of this torte is sure to impress!
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When it is chilly it is hard to beat a rich cup of hot chocolate. To take this hot chocolate over the top I added homemade raspberry swirl marshmallow. Top it off with a drizzle of more dark chocolate and maybe a little raspberry liquor and this hot chocolate is sure to warm you up!
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Have you heard of Blonde Chocolate? Run, don't walk and buy some! Better yet, make some and use it in this Caramelized White Chocolate Mousse. Caramelized White Chocolate is like butterscotch's chic older sister. If you like toffee, buttery shortbread notes this ones for you. I used this delicious caramelized gold in a decadent mousse for two (two generous portions).
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Is it a cookie is it a cake? Who cares, it's delicious! This white chocolate version of the classic brownie is full of yummy crunchy gooey deliciousness. Pecan and Coconut is one of my favorite flavor combinations. A bit of a sweet and salty combo. Add some chocolate and you have a German chocolate-esque blondie.
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This swiss roll Yule log is both beautiful and delicious. Mocha swiss meringue buttercream is spiraled with espresso sponge cake, all covered in chocolate ganache and adorned with truffles, macarons, and chocolate leaves. ...and of course a little powdered sugar makes everything look like a festive winter wonderland.
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Pecans, orange zest, and sugar are layered between crispy phyllo layers all soaked in a spiced wine syrup. What this baklava lacks in traditional flavors it makes up for in presentation and deliciousness.
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These giant rolls are filled with butter, sugar, cinnamon, semi sweet chocolate, and pecan pieces. Topped with a sugary glaze and because you can never have too much chocolate, they are drizzled with chocolate too.
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These little cakelette are bursting with holiday flavor. They are both tart and sweet from the fresh cranberries and the mini size make them perfect for entertaining.
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Piecaken, why not? This cake combines everybody's favorite pumpkin pie with ginger spice cake. Cover it all in vanilla swiss meringue buttercream to form a Thanksgiving miracle. Why not layer a moist spice cake with silky pumpkin pie?
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This vanilla butter cake and vanilla bean Swiss meringue buttercream cakes is decorated with a blue wave ombre, gum paste shells, graham cracker "sand", and anchor topper.
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