our favorite family recipes
Holiday recipes for those who want a homemade dessert. Recipes include, cookies, cakes, pies, and mouses. Plus a few recipes that will make your guests rave about your baking.
It’s that time of the year when we all reflect on the year that passed and we look forward to the New Year. We make a list of things we want to accomplish and the things we have accomplished so far. This year, we are celebrating at home, hoping to […]
What are Rum Baba Yeast Cakes? Rum Baba Yeast Cakes, also known as Sabrina Cakes, are a nostalgic, Italian dessert that do not get the attention they deserve. Rum Baba Yeast Cakes are individual cakes and, most importantly, they are sweet, dipped in a rich syrup and filled with vanilla […]
Summer and the Fourth of July means it is officially blueberry season! To celebrate this delicious season, I decided to make this sweet, tasty treat that was all gone immediately. Sandwich Pavlova with Cream and Blueberries is the perfect bite of crispy, gooey, creamy goodness, with a pop of fresh […]
This No-Bake Oreo Crust Cheesecake is the best dessert to munch on for the Fourth of July. This dish is served best when topped with fresh berries, making is perfect for summer. Personally, I chose freshly cut strawberries and blueberries. Delish! Also, this treat is so easy to make this […]
Desserts that are both tasty and healthy are always a win in my book. These No-Bake Peanut Butter Date Bites are a perfect mini snack for the little ones and for adults. They are also dairy-free, so even your lactose intolerant guests can enjoy this sweet treat, too. Loved by […]
Let’s be honest. Meringues are AMAZING! They are sweet, perfect little bites that practically melt in your mouth. These Nutella Meringues are super easy to make and can last for up to three weeks. Talk about a win-win. These are the perfect little bites to satisfy your sweet cravings. I […]
This No-Bake Lotus Biscoff Crust Cheesecake is amazing! The cheesecake filling melts in your mouth, while the buttery cinnamon crust adds a crunch for the perfect sweet combination. With some fruit, too, this dish will definitely satisfy all of your sweet cravings. Everyone will be reaching for a second piece […]
Apple Galette with Date Syrup tastes best when served warm and with a side of vanilla ice cream. It has the perfect ratio of fruit to dough crust and looks gorgeous, to boot. It has a touch of homemade elegance and beauty. Apple Galette is the perfect fresh and fruity […]
A Layered Crumb Cheesecake is a perfect dessert to transition from Spring to Summer. This dish will definitely be a hit at your next get-together! This scrumptious cheesecake offers a crispy cookie-like layer, a strawberry and raspberry cheesecake layer, followed by a vanilla cheesecake layer. If that was not already […]
Strawberries and Cream with Rum is the perfect Cinco de Mayo dessert! This treat always reminds me of my family’s favorite dessert we had during our road trip to Miami Beach. On our trip, we ate at a Mexican restaurant that, aside from the amazing food, had a delicious strawberries […]