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One 9-inch crust This crust pairs nicely with citrusy fillings, like the one for Lemon Meringue Pie, or use Lemon Curd and whipped cream.
A chewy nougat candy filled with toasted almonds, pistachios, and dried cherries or candied orange peel. This simplified version avoids complex sugar…
10 to 12 servings Ground almonds give this moist, flavorful pudding a fine-grained texture. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Divinity is a classic Southern candy made from whipped egg whites and a sugar syrup, studded with toasted pecans or walnuts. It is light and fluffy, with…
About 1 ½ pounds; 64 pieces Milk fudge is similar to dulce de leche, but in solid form. The fudge is rich with the flavor of caramelized sugar and browned…
About 1 ½ pounds Though toffee is harder than taffy, it is still chewy and sticky—which is why a friend calls it “the dentist’s special.” Line a large…
One 10-inch ring Scandinavians have among the highest coffee consumption in the world, so it’s understandable that they have also created some of the best…
Fruit skewers marinated in a honey-lime citrus glaze, then grilled or broiled until lightly caramelized. A refreshing dessert or side dish.
4 servings This dish can be served for dessert or breakfast. If you find it more convenient, you may use a blowtorch to brûlé the cut grapefruit instead…
12 crêpes The apples, which can be refrigerated for a week, are delicious on any pancake or waffle. If desired, make the crêpes and apples up to 2 days…
8 servings Bergamot-flavored Earl Grey tea is especially nice here, providing a tannic contrast to the sweet prunes.
6 servings Spoon this bright and versatile compote over yogurt, ice cream, Panna Cotta, or any custard.
A classic French yeast cake soaked in a rum syrup and filled with whipped cream and fresh fruit. This elegant dessert is perfect for special occasions.
6 servings The director of a boys’ camp in Maine once told us about the crestfallen faces in the dining room when it turned out that the “moose” promised…
8 servings We have taken to calling this gooey, intensely chocolaty dessert a “molten brownie.” The process for making it is unusual, but do not stray…
This homemade hazelnut gelato is rich and creamy, featuring toasted hazelnuts steeped in milk for a deep nutty flavor. It's a delightful frozen dessert…
8 to 10 servings Authentic Italian spumone is essentially an unmolded bombe, below, usually with a center of soft semifreddo or pastry cream, often…
4 to 6 servings This Thai specialty is very easy to make at home. Purchase 1 mango for every 2 servings.
About thirty 2 ½-inch beignets New Orleans is famous for these puffy, crusty treats, which go well with the city’s renowned chicory-flavored coffee…
A flambéed fruit dessert featuring bananas, mangoes, peaches, and pineapple caramelized in butter and brown sugar, then finished with brandy or rum.
A classic dessert of sweet cherries simmered in sugar and liquor, flambéed for drama, and served over crêpes, ice cream, or cheesecake.
A collection of quick translucent sugar glazes for cakes and pastries, with variations using milk, citrus juice, or liqueur.
One 9-inch double-crust pie Please read About Crusts Baked with Fillings. To use frozen blueberries, see Frozen-Fruit Pies.
About 1 quart Canned sweetened Alphonso mango puree can be found at Indian markets. It has a glorious tart-sweet flavor and a stunning orange color.
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