I wanted to make sourdough cookies but wondered if they were even a thing, not realizing just how versatile sourdough can be. I searched around on social media but mostly came across cookies made with discard instead of active starter, so I decided to test it out myself. I took my brown butter cookie recipe—a…
There’s a reason tiramisu has become such a beloved classic. Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, silky mascarpone cream, and cocoa come together in a dessert that feels both indulgent and effortlessly elegant. For me, the key to a great tiramisu is in the ladyfingers: they should be lightly soaked in coffee, just enough to absorb it…
Ağlayan Kek, or “Crying Cake,” is a beloved Turkish dessert that’s every chocolate lover’s dream. A dense but light chocolate cake soaked with milk, topped with whipped cream, and finished with a silky chocolate ganache that gently melts into every bite. It’s simple, comforting, and one of those desserts that’s even better after a few…
I absolutely do not like bananas—but in muffin form? That’s a whole different story. These banana chocolate chip muffins were next level. Super soft, perfect crumb—just everything you want in a muffin chef’s kiss.
Pineapple upside down cake is one of those desserts that instantly takes me back to my childhood in France. It was a classic goûter and a cake that always seemed to make an appearance at family gatherings. With its buttery, tender crumb, caramelized pineapple topping, and just the right amount of sweetness, it’s a timeless recipe that…
A comforting French riz au lait made with tender rice, creamy milk, and real vanilla. Finished the next day with freshly whipped cream folded in, it’s light, silky, and the perfect cozy dessert.
Crème caramel is one of those desserts that looks far more impressive than it actually is. Made with a smooth vanilla custard and a homemade caramel, it’s simple, elegant, and surprisingly easy to make. Once you flip it onto a plate, the caramel becomes a delicate sauce that coats every bite. Whether you’re serving it…
A simple yet indulgent chocolate cake with a rich, deep cocoa flavor and a beautifully delicate texture. Made without flour, this cake gets its structure from whipped egg whites, creating the perfect balance between fudgy and airy. Whether served with a dusting of cocoa powder, powdered sugar, fresh berries, or simply enjoyed on its own,…
Bright, fragrant, and incredibly moist, this Orange Almond Cream Cake is a celebration of simple flavors done right. Made with almond flour, fresh orange zest and juice, and a luscious layer of creamy almond filling, every bite is soft, rich, and bursting with citrus. Finished with crunchy sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar,…
Soft, buttery, and layered with warm cinnamon flavor, this Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake is the kind of bake that’s perfect for slow mornings, afternoon coffee breaks, or sharing with family and friends. A tender, moist crumb is paired with a ribbon of cinnamon sugar and finished with a crisp, buttery streusel topping for the perfect…
If you’ve ever had the little Bonne Maman quatre-quarts from the store you’d find on the shelves in France, you know the appeal — dense but light, buttery, and not too sweet. This is my take on it, with just enough lemon to brighten things up without taking over. One bite and I’m back in…
The Olympic Village Double Chocolate Muffins – definitely understood the hype after trying these. Coffee in the batter deepens the chocolate without making them taste like coffee, and the ganache center means every muffin has that molten pocket in the middle, even after they’ve cooled. The hot-then-lower oven trick is what gives them that tall,…
There’s just something about cracking through that caramelized top with a spoon and hitting cool, silky custard underneath. Crème brûlée looks fancy, like something you’d only get at a nice restaurant, but it’s really just 4 ingredients: cream, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla. The only thing to watch is not over baking it — pull…