This isn’t just any banana cream pie—it’s a special one with a chocolate-lined crust, a layer of sea salt caramel, and classic banana pudding on top. Inspired by the famous Tartine Bakery in San Francisco, this pie is one of our all-time favorite desserts. Our mom used to drive us to the city, about 2 hours away, mainly for this pie. We loved it then and still love making our version now. It’s the best banana cream pie and worth every bit of extra effort.
There’s something special about a classic cinnamon coffee cake. The tender buttermilk cake, flavored with brown sugar and cinnamon, and topped with a cinnamon crumble, is the perfect coffee cake. Lightly spiced and full of brown sugar flavor, it has the ultimate moist coffee cake texture. We finish it with a vanilla bean glaze because vanilla bean makes everything better. It’s everything you want in a coffee cake—flavorful, moist, and perfect with a warm drink. TIPS FOR THE BEST CINNAMON COFFEE CAKE CINNAMON COFFEE CAKE FAQ 1. Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk for the cake?Yes, you can … Read more
There’s a reason lemon meringue pie is a classic. The tangy lemon filling topped with sweet, toasted meringue is a match made in heaven. Our version uses a foolproof lemon curd cooked on the stove, creating a creamy center that doesn’t need to bake in the oven. We top it with Swiss meringue and toast it for a “no-bake” twist on the traditional lemon meringue pie. LEMON MERINGUE PIE INGREDIENT NOTES: Lemon Juice and Zest: Freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest are best for a bright flavor. Meyer lemons are sweeter and less acidic, but regular lemons work too.Butter: Salted … Read more
This isn’t just any matcha cream pie—it’s a matcha cream pie with a flaky pie crust lined with dark chocolate, filled with matcha pastry cream, and topped with vanilla bean whipped cream. It starts with a buttery, flaky pie crust. Once baked, the crust is lined with dark chocolate to prevent it from getting soggy and to add a hint of chocolate to every bite. Once the chocolate hardens, the matcha cream filling is poured in and topped with a luscious vanilla bean whipped cream. TIPS FOR THE BEST MATCHA CREAM PIE Blind Baking: Make sure to blind bake and … Read more
Chocolate banana cake combines the best parts of banana bread and chocolate cake into one amazing dessert. We’re absolutely in love with the combination of chocolate and bananas. These two flavors are a match made in heaven, and this banana cake with chocolate icing is no exception. The cake starts with three layers of tender banana buttermilk cake, all topped with our favorite dark chocolate ganache. This cake is the ultimate chocolate-banana delight. TIPS FOR THE PERFECT BANANA CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE ICING: BANANA CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE ICING FAQS: Can I freeze the cake layers?Yes, freeze the layers for up to … Read more
Lava cakes have a soft, gooey center surrounded by tender chocolate cake. They live up to their name with a molten core that’s warm and delicious. Though they’re a popular restaurant dessert, they’re quick and easy to make at home. TIPS FOR CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKES: Espresso Powder: Adding espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee. You can skip it if you prefer. Bake Time: For extra gooey lava cakes, bake for 10 minutes. The outside will be set, but the center will have a slight indent and jiggle. For a firmer cake with a … Read more
Easy Apple Fries with Caramel Cream Dip Recipe – These Apple Fries with Caramel Cream Dip are the perfect warm dessert for a crisp fall evening. It made our house smell like apple pie. Crisp apple wedges are lightly battered and fried in a pan, then sprinkled with a cinnamon-sugar mix. What really sets these fried apples apart is the dipping sauce. You’ll love this creamy, caramel-infused dip. Aррlе frіеѕ with caramel сrеаm dip іѕ like eating your own little apple ріе with еvеrу bіtе. My huѕbаnd аnd I drеаmеd these uр whіlе driving hоmе frоm a family hіkе аnd … Read more
This triple chocolate mousse cake features layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy chocolate mousse, and a rich chocolate ganache. Each layer is delicious on its own, but together, they create an indulgent chocolate dessert. TRIPLE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE FAQ 1. Can I use a different type of chocolate in this recipe?Yes, you can use different types of chocolate based on your taste. While the recipe calls for dark chocolate (70% cocoa), you can use semi-sweet or milk chocolate for different flavors. 2. How long can I store the triple chocolate mousse cake?This cake can be stored in the refrigerator, covered … Read more
This S’mores cake packs all the flavors of a classic s’more into a delicious cake. It starts with a graham cracker crust, followed by a layer of chocolate cake. Then it’s filled with vanilla bean marshmallow and topped with a rich chocolate ganache and extra marshmallows. S’MORES CAKE FAQ: Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate for the ganache?Yes, you can use milk chocolate for a milder flavor. How long should the cake cool before applying the marshmallow cream?Let the cake cool completely before adding the marshmallow cream to get the best texture. Can I use a different … Read more
This Nutella cake with Nutella icing is one of our most popular recipes. It features our classic chocolate cake made with buttermilk to keep it super moist and lots of cocoa powder. The icing is loaded with Nutella and vanilla bean for the best flavor. We’ve been making this cake for years, and it’s definitely one of our favorites. TIPS FOR THE BEST CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH NUTELLA ICING CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH NUTELLA ICING VARIATIONS: FAQS (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS): Q: Can I make the cake ahead of time and freeze it?A: Yes, you can bake the cake layers ahead of time, … Read more