Cream Puffs (Bignè)

Apr 17, 2021 | Dessert

Cream puffs – profiteroles – bignè. Everyone has a version of these and I think that’s how you know they’re going to be good. I have two filling options here. Filling #1 is more of a classic pastry cream, while filling #2 is a really simple,...

Zeppole di San Giuseppe

Mar 20, 2021 | Dessert, Easter

It’s zeppole seasonnnnn – not that there is ever a time where zeppole is a bad idea but…. March 19th in Italy marks Father’s Day or Festa di San Giuseppe. In Italy this day is celebrated by one of my favourite Italian pastries – the...

Watermelon Sugar Cookies

Sep 11, 2020 | Cookies, Dessert

The most fun cookies I’ve ever made! Perfect for a summer party and soooo delicious. A forever crowd-pleaser. Watermelon Sugar Cookies 6 tbsp butter (softened)⅓ cup shortening ¾ cup sugar1 ½ tsp baking powder½ tsp salt1 egg1 tbsp milk (or orange juice)1 tsp...

Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake

Aug 26, 2020 | Dessert

A version of strawberry cheesecake that will help you beat the heat! Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake 8 oz cream cheese (softened)¼ cup sugar1 can frozen berry juice concentrate (thawed )1 cup crushed strawberries8 oz whipped topping (thawed)sliced strawberries (to top...

Classic Apple Pie

Jun 22, 2020 | Dessert, Fall

The most classic dessert there ever was! This apple pie recipe has a flaky crust and sweet gooey centre. It’s a recipe to master for sure. Apple pie (or any pie) can be a little tricky to get right. But once you get it, it becomes so easy. So here are some tips...

Upside Down Peach Cake

May 29, 2020 | Dessert

Yet another recipe that uses my classic sponge cake as a base. This is a super simple cake that comes out looking really fancy. I did a peach cake here but feel free to use any canned fruit you like! Upside Down Peach Cake 4 eggs separated225 g (8 oz) flour170 g (6...