Brigadeiros are Brazilian candies quite similar to truffles. The traditional flavor is chocolate but these coconut brigadeiros are a wonderful variation. These candies are simple and foolproof and make a great summertime treat!
Wild Maine Blueberry Muffins
I’m in Maine visiting family for a week so that means blueberry muffins! These muffins are light, slightly sweet, and loaded with fresh blueberries. I only use Maine blueberries because they are smaller with a tart, sweet taste. Frozen berries work just as well as fresh so hunt down some Maine blueberries and give these a try!
Rosé Wine Granita
Looking for a cool, refreshing dessert option? This rosé wine granita fills the bill! Even though this requires no oven ice cream, sorbet, and their cousins are usually part of the expertise of a pastry chef. Granita takes 5 minutes to mix together and only a few minutes of attention every once in a while to produce a delicious, icy treat for the heat of summer.
Mixed Berry Souffles
Souffle is one of those desserts that people don’t often attempt because they either think it’s too difficult or they have heard horror stories! That’s too bad because these mixed berry souffles are quick to make (most of it can be done ahead!) and are a light and quick summer dessert. Yes, souffle begins to deflate as soon as you remove it from the oven, but if you have everything prepared, you can get this dessert to the table while still spectacular!
Summer Berry Trifle
Need a quick, elegant dessert for the 4th of July? Make a summer berry trifle (or several!) and relax with your guests while your desserts chill. Simple to make and delicious to eat, these trifles are sure to be a big hit this 4th!
Vanilla Sponge Cake
Vanilla sponge cake is an absolute staple in the pastry kitchen and a recipe that everyone should master. It is the base for many European style desserts and also has many applications in decorating and finishing as well. Master this simple recipe to add great depth to your pastry repertoire!
Creme Anglaise
Creme anglaise is another foundational recipe that will add great depth to your recipe file in the variety of desserts you will be able to produce. Creme anglaise takes 10 minutes to produce and you will be happy to have this versatile sauce in your arsenal. It is the base for ice creams, bavarians, and many other classic pastries.
My Grandmother Thompson’s Biscuits
The 4th of July is almost here and summer is in full swing! It’s strawberry shortcake time and what do you need for strawberry shortcake? Biscuits! This recipe was handed down by my great grandmother Thompson. My mother now makes these biscuits and she’s the expert — they are light, fluffy, and melt in your mouth. I hope you will enjoy these as much as the Thompsons have for generations.
Vanilla Panna Cotta
This is a delicious, warm weather dessert that is SO simple to prepare. Five simple ingredients get this panna cotta made quickly and give you more time to spend outside in the sunshine! Best of all, it only uses the stovetop for 10 minutes so you don’t heat up your kitchen either!
Berry Rhubarb Sauce
Bright, tangy berry rhubarb sauce has lovely color and flavor. It is the perfect compliment to rich, creamy desserts.
