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About 2 cups Grand on a vanilla or lemon soufflé, an almond-flavored tart or cake, or berries.
A creamy pumpkin cheesecake with a gingersnap crust, spiced with ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cardamom. Perfect for Thanksgiving or holiday gatherings.
About 1 ½ pounds Marzipan is often molded into elaborate shapes such as fruits, flowers, and animals. Humble disks, balls, and logs of flavored marzipan…
A creamy vanilla ice cream infused with the flavor of tea leaves or tea bags, such as green tea, Earl Grey, or rooibos. The tea is steeped in the milk or…
One 11-inch roll; about 10 servings This makes a stunning holiday centerpiece.
About 1 quart This recipe is a quick route to a positively festive peppermint ice cream.
5 servings This simple, comforting custard can be readied for the oven in only a few minutes. To flavor, see Flavorings for Custard Bases. Preheat the…
One 9-inch double-crust pie Please read About Crusts Baked with Fillings. To use frozen peaches, see Frozen-Fruit Pies.
A sweet nut filling made with toasted nuts, candied fruit, raisins, and melted butter. Enough to fill one 9-inch ring pastry.
About 2 ½ cups Because this filling contains raw eggs, it must be baked before using. It is most commonly used in tarts, such as Megan’s Frangipane Fruit…
A classic French custard sauce made with egg yolks, sugar, and milk or cream, gently cooked until thickened and flavored with vanilla, rum, sherry, or…
Creamy vanilla ice cream layered with ribbons of rich fudge sauce, creating a classic fudge swirl. A simple, indulgent frozen dessert.
A creamy cheese filling made with ricotta, cream cheese, and golden raisins, flavored with lemon zest and cinnamon. Perfect for pastries, cakes, or coffee…
About 24 doughnuts Be sure to let these rise until very light and puffy or air pockets will develop around the jelly centers. Please read About Doughnuts.
A guide to adding fruits, nuts, or marshmallows to a prepared gelatin dessert. Chill the gelatin until syrupy, fold in up to 1 1/2 cups of additions, then…
A classic stovetop chocolate pudding made with cocoa, chopped chocolate, and whole milk. Silky, rich, and old-fashioned comfort in every spoonful.
Creamy chocolate pudding pops made with Dutch-process cocoa, milk, cream, and melted chocolate. A rich frozen treat for warm days.
One 9 ½- or 10-inch tart Serve this tart in small slices. It is like a candy bar in pie form.
Homemade marshmallows are extra fluffy with an almost creamy texture. They can be made in a host of different flavors and are perfect for floating in…
A creamy orange sherbet made with fresh orange juice, zest, and whole milk, set with a touch of gelatin. Churn it in an ice cream maker for a bright…
About 15 puffs These large shells are a very quick way to make an attractive dessert. Fill just before serving, set the tops slightly askew, and dust with…
About 1 ¼ pounds; 80 pieces When buying glycerin, make sure the bottle does not say “for external use only”; you want edible glycerin, which can be found…
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