Everything about this cookie dough makes us happy: roasty, toasty notes from the browned butter, rich Hazelnut flavor and a satisfying salty crunch from Sel Gris. Whip up a batch or two and tuck it in the freezer. It’s the perfect base of lots of mix-ins…dark chocolate chips, toffee bits, crushed malted milk balls or walnuts. The possibilities...
Recipe Category: Dessert
Gingery Peach Compote
This compote might be quick and easy on the front end, but it's rich and complex on the spoon.
Strawberry Ice Cream
Cool, creamy and refreshing, this Strawberry Ice Cream is just the thing for Strawberry season. Strawberries can be a bit of our tough customer when it comes to getting their flavor to shine in cold desserts. We employ a pastry chef trick and use Raspberry Extract to coax full flavor and sweetness from the strawberries....
World Peace Cookies
In our adaptation of Dorie Greenspan’s beloved cookies, we used a slightly heavier hand on the salt. Dorie tells a wonderful story of her neighbor who after eating one of the chocolate shortbread cookies surmised that if everyone had one of these treats, there would be world peace. We agree. These are amazingly delicious cookies....
Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Anne had a major 80’s flashback while icing these cookies. They’re reminiscent of the pink-packaged Mother’s Iced Oatmeal cookies which Anne ate loads of while watching after-school specials and drinking Ovaltine. As much as she loves her memories, these cookies are way better. The pumpkin plays perfectly with the oatmeal, Vietnamese Cinnamon and Pumpkin Pie...
Homemade Whipped Cream
A simple recipe to keep in your back pocket. Perfect for dolloping and dipping. Vanilla Bean Powder is loaded with ground vanilla beans – those little black flecks we love to see in creamy desserts. Add a spoonful of this quick, cool whipped cream to these Strawberry Shortcakes. A must for Chocolate Budinos. And this...
Yogurt, Strawberry & Granola Parfait
Yogurt, fresh sliced strawberries, granola and honey – what a great way to start the day! These are delicious with store-bought granola or try your hand at our Cinnamon Pecan Granola. Spice with Vietnamese Cinnamon and drizzle with Honey. These are fantastic lined up on a brunch buffet. We make these the night before for...
French Yogurt Cake
This traditional cake is taught by French grandmothers to their grandchildren. It’s a simple recipe that young, novice cooks can easily navigate. Adorable yogurt “pots” are the measuring device. It’s a one-bowl, stir-and-bake cake that’s simply delicious. We’ve included a darling illustration from French Studio for a great visual guide. We’ve also listed both the...
Moroccan Honey Cake
We love this cake for dessert – or breakfast! Pure Vanilla Extract, Pure Almond Extract and Orange Blossom Water all work to pull all the subtle flavors from the honey and almonds. Big flavor in a little cake. Whip up some Whipped Cream and serve with fresh berries. This cake is excellent with hot black...
Hummingbird Cake Trifle
If the words Hummingbird Cake spark a bit of nostalgia, you’re not alone. This Southern Living Magazine cover star is the subject of the Smidgen podcast Season 2 finale. Anne and Lili talk vintage recipes and if they need a “makeover.” They decide Hummingbird Cake is a definite keeper. They turn it into a trifle...