Apricot Mascarpone Ice Cream is like an apricot cheesecake in ice cream form. The mascarpone cheese adds a rich and creamy tartness which makes this ice cream extra special. What is Mascarpone? Mascarpone is a fresh Italian double or triple cow’s milk cream cheese. It has a smooth, buttery texture and a slightly sweet flavour.Read more
I’m sneaking in this Cherry Almond Clafoutis recipe at the very end of the cherry season because I want to get in one last recipe while I can still get local cherries. What is Clafoutis? Clafoutis is a French dessert using summer fruit, traditionally cherries, baked in a crepe-like batter. Clafoutis has a custard-like textureRead more
This Layered Strawberry Mousse is my Canada Day dessert creation for this year. After making Coconut Mousse last year for Canada Day dessert, I think maybe packable desserts in mason jars could become a new Canada Day tradition. Can Strawberry Mousse Be Frozen? This dessert is delicious when frozen. It becomes a delightfully light ice creamRead more
Chocolate treats are essential for any kind of treat day, and these Chocolate Berry Cups are not only delicious but also very quick & easy to make. How Valentine’s Day Came About. Valentine’s Day is a designated day to celebrate love and romance. Many people believe that Valentine’s day is a made-up, “Hallmark holiday”. However,Read more
Coconut Mousse is a light and airy dessert, not too sweet, and full of creamy, coconut flavour. Light and rich at the same time, it will be sure to please everyone. What is Mousse? Mousse, in French, means, foam, or froth. These light, airy desserts are usually based on whipped cream or egg whites. Gelatin,Read more
Meyer Lemon Curd Tart is a perfect dessert for Easter. Somehow, my Easter desserts always seem to feature lemons. Meyer Lemon Season Although you can find regular lemons (also called Lisbon, or Eureka lemons) year-round in the produce store, Meyer lemons are seasonal, and often hard to find. They show up in produce sections duringRead more