Author: Ryan Wessells

Sweet Breakfast

Cranberry, Dark Chocolate and Pistachio Cinnamon Rolls

Cranberry, Dark Chocolate and Pistachio Cinnamon Rolls are an elegant and sophisticated combination of flavors. Surprise your family and have something different for breakfast. These also look perfect for Christmas morning! Ingredients: For the dough: 4 large egg yolks 1 large whole egg 1/4 cup granulated sugar 6 tablespoons butter, melted, plus additional to grease […]

Sweet Breakfast

Strawberry Crisp

This Easy Strawberry Crisp is the perfect Summer dessert! Featuring plenty of juicy strawberries and a golden brown oatmeal crisp topping, it’s best served warm… with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream on top! Can be made with fresh or frozen strawberries! Ingredients: For the Strawberry Filling: 2 pounds (908 grams) fresh strawberries, *chopped […]

Pies & Tarts

No-bake Chocolate Tart with Salted Caramel

With a buttery bourbon biscuit base and rich caramel centre, this salted chocolate tart dessert has it all. Crack open the dark chocolate layer to discover the oozy caramel within, and watch as each slice disappears as soon as the tart hits the dinner table. If you like tarts, see more recipes here. Ingredients: 250g […]

Cakes & Cupcakes

Classic Chocolate Mousse

Creamy chocolate mousse is an absolute classic, and this indulgent gluten-free dessert recipe is so easy to follow. Whip up the mousse with rich dark chocolate and allow to set overnight, before serving with whipped cream and chocolate shards, if you like. Stunning dinner party desserts don’t get better than this! Try vegan version here. […]

Ice Cream

Coconut Cocao Nib Ice Cream

Coconut Cacao Nib Ice Cream has only three ingredients: coconut milk, coconut cream and cacao nib! It’s as easy as blending a few cans of coconut goodness in your blender and freezing in your ice cream mixer. No stove, no heat, nothing. If you like this one, try also chocolate coconut ice cream cookie dough […]

Cakes & Cupcakes

Panna Cotta

Panna cotta is a molded chilled dessert popular throughout Italy, is easy to make and can be prepared in advance. It looks and tastes wonderful with ripe red fruits such as raspberries, strawberries, or sweet cherries. See matcha panna cotta recipe. Ingredients: 1 envelope unflavored gelatin (about 1 tablespoon) 2 tablespoons cold water 2 cups […]

Sweet Breakfast

Apple Turnovers

These Apple Turnovers are perfect for breakfast or even snack. A delicious homemade crust filled with a tasty apple pie filling, the perfect anytime treat. Ingredients: Turnover Dough 2 1/4 cups + 2 tablespoons flour (300 grams) 2 tablespoons sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 pinch salt* 1/4 cup butter (frozen and shredded)** (50 grams) 3/4 cup milk (whole or 2 %) (180 grams) 1 large egg beaten *If using unsalted butter […]

Cookies & Bars

Castagnole Sweet Dough Balls

Castagnole Sweet Dough Balls are a delicious Italian sweet, soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside, the traditional recipe during Carnival time. See this italian sfogliatelle pastry recipe also! Ingredients: Castagnole Dough 1 1/2 cups flour (205 grams) 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 cup sugar (55 grams) 2 eggs 1 zest orange 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 3 tablespoons butter (softened) (40 grams) 1 pinch of salt 1 teaspoon Gran Marnier or Orange Juice […]

Sweet Breakfast

Zeppole San Giuseppe

Traditionally prepared for the day of Saint Joseph, the zeppole, whether fried or baked, can not miss to celebrate this special day. It is a cake dedicated to the party of San Giuseppe especially in the south of Italy, while in the rest of the country is a typical Carnival dessert. Ingredients: For the Dough: 1 cup of Water […]