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1. Apple Cider Pound Cake Recipe
Take one bite of this apple cider pound cake recipe and you'll be transported to the orchard country of Quebec. This deliciously spiced quatre quarts cake was inspired by a drive on La Route des Cidres, in Quebec's Monteregie region, which is dotted with apple orchards, cider houses, and picturesque inns. Serve this tender cider cake with a latte for a mellow, effortless snack.More »
2. Brioche Bread Pudding Recipe
This country-style brioche bread pudding recipe is an easy alternative to elaborate dessert recipes. Simply whip up an easy custard and toss it with pieces of day-old brioche, a rich, sweetened egg bread. This bread pudding is a delightful finish to a hearty supper, but it makes an equally delicious way to start the day, as well.More »
3. Cardamom Pear Charlotte Recipe
Lemony, bright cardamom infuses poached pears with brilliant flavor in this cardamom pear charlotte recipe. Layer in rich, homemade vanilla pastry cream for balance and assemble it with delicate lady fingers for a gorgeous, elegant dessert.More »
4. Cherry Cranberry Tarte Tatin Recipe
This cherry cranberry tarte Tatin recipe showcases plump cherries, dried, sweetened cranberries, and a warming touch of orange zest. To make this scrumptious dessert translate to all seasons, use any combination of frozen sweet cherries you find in the frozen produce aisle at the grocer's markets. Also known in the United States as cherry cranberry tart Tatin, this buttery, fruity confection tastes delightful with a spoonful of simple Chantilly cream.More »
5. Chocolat Chaud Recipe
Try this rich chocolat chaud recipe, also known as French hot chocolate, for an over-the-top-treat. For centuries, chocolate has been purported to hold great health benefits – it enhances circulation, improves the libido, gives energy, and has been used as a tonic for infectious disease and digestive disorders.More »
6. Chocolate Grand Marnier Souffle Recipe
The combination of dark chocolate and orange is purely captivating. The match-made-in-heaven flavor medley is perfectly showcased in this chocolate Grand Marnier soufflé recipe, which marries the airy texture of a soufflé with the full, rich flavors of chocolate and citrusy Grand Marnier. The results are at once refreshing, and just a little bit addictive.More »
7. Brown Sugar Palmiers Recipe
Delicate layers of flaky puff pastry and caramelized brown sugar combine to make this brown sugar palmiers recipe an ideal addition to special occasion dinner. With only four ingredients to assemble, they bake up fast with impressive results, so they're a fantastic treat for last minute cookies exchanges and drop-in guests.More »
8. Flemish Spice Cookies Recipes
For a slightly sweet, delicately crunchy butter cookie, try this Flemish spice cookies recipe. Full of warm spices, they make for a lightly textured, richly flavored indulgence alongside coffee, tea, or drinking chocolate.More »
9. Eggs in Snow Recipe
Soft, vanilla-scented snow eggs, made from fluffy meringue, are easy to make with this oeufs a la neige recipe. This treat makes an elegant presentation, yet is not overly heavy after a full meal. To make eggs in snow, a familiar dessert on French tables, simply poach spoonfuls of whipped eggs in sweetened milk and then serve in a pool of crème anglaise. Drizzled caramel - or caramel threads, if you are daring - is the traditional garnish for this sweet.More »
10. Lemon Tart Recipe
This is the quintessential French tart, found at patisseries and cafes year-round. Cool, sharp lemon filling contrasts nicely with the flaky, slightly sweet pastry. A little dollop of Chantilly cream served with the dessert makes the ideal treat.
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