Desserts

Marron Glacé is a delicious candied chestnut treat from Northern Italy and France. It’s especially popular during November and December, when chestnuts are in season. But not just regular chestnuts. …

Classic Italian crostata with fresh fruit twist is hands down one of the most delightful pies you can make this summer.

These apricot squares are truly special. How can one resist a heart-shaped apricots on a fluffy pastry all dusted with powdered sugar? Impossible! With simple ingredients you already have in …

St. Joseph’s Pastries or Zeppole di San Giuseppe are traditional cream filled pastries from Campagna region of Italy. A little bit of curiosity Zeppole di San Giuseppe is a MUST-MAKE …

Rich, moist this classic pear cake of the season has a special twist. Pear slices are poached in wine with some cloves to give the whole cake an incredible flavor …

Paradise Cake got its name for a reason. Imagine super soft, buttery cake that literally melts in your mouth. Best part? You don’t even need any cream filling! It’s so …

Macedonia di Frutta is an Italian name for the best in the world alternative to fresh fruits. Sweet and sour light lemon sauce brings any kind of fruit combination to …

These soft and buttery Italian butter cookies are a little old-fashioned but they’re ALWAYS in season. Whip and bake the whole thing in less than 30 minutes. Easy, elegant and …

Frittelle, ciambelle or simply legendary Italian doughnuts. These is a special treat that should never be missed during Christmas time and especially during Carnival (Mardi Gras) period. And honestly, any …

Let’s not talk about canestrelli as classic shortbread cookies from Northern Italy (Liguria and Piedmont region in particular) – even though that IS true. But what is more important is …

Who can resist delicate, super fluffy sponge cake layered with Mascarpone cream and lemon curd that balances all the flavors? Impossible! This cake it perfect for a big celebration or …

I’m convinced that there can be luxury in simplicity. And these 10-minute cinnamon pastry hearts is yet another confirmation. They are light, a little crunchy on the outside and so …

On a hot summer day, is there anything better than indulging yourself with one of these fresh, mouth watering desserts? 😊 The best part? Most of them are ready in …

Are you in love with classic Italian Tiramisu? How about trying tiramisu in a cup? Coffee soaked ladyfinger biscuits layered with delicious melt-in-the-mouth mascarpone cream and served in individual cups. …

Crusty and delicate puff pastry generously layered with soft vanilla custard is what the world’s famous Millefoglie cake all about.