Meringue Nests

Crispy meringues that can be filled with anything from lemon curd to pastry cream. Top with some fresh berries and you gotsa classy dessert. Even though this dessert seems kind of old school, it’s really popular with the kiddos! All my nieces were absolutely taken with these crunchy little nests. Plus they can pick their …

Targaryen ‘Blood of the Dragon’ Chocolate Pie

Rich, chocolaty, and tasty pie any Targaryen dragon rider would be proud to eat! Serve at your next Game of Thrones watch party. This pie tastes like a gooey, moist brownie, sooo goood! It’s pretty simple to make and tastes amazing. You can serve it dusted with powdered sugar or whipped cream. OR you can …

Meringue Swan

So you want to make a swanky meringue swan? You’ve come to the right place! This swan can be used to hold pastry cream, curds, whipped cream, ice cream or fresh berries. Plus it super fun to bite the head off the swan! The hardest part about making this swan is keeping the moisture away …

Classic Lemon Meringue Pie

What could be better than tart lemon custard with fluffy and sweet meringue? Not much! Lemon meringue pie has always been my requested birthday dessert. Cake?! NO THANK YOU. I want pie! My mom didn’t really like making it, so as soon as I could use the mixer myself I would make my own—using that …

Delicious and Rich Tiramisu

This oh so yummy mascarpone custard with coffee soaked ladyfinger cookies. Even though I am part Italian and love Italian food, I never had tiramisu until I was an adult. I know, what the heck man. My favorite part is definitely the zabaione. That stuff is legendary. You can even mix it up and make …

No Bake Cheesecake with Orange Curd

So you want a dessert idea? Here’s one, a damn cheesecake with orange curd slathered on top. This cheesecake is to celebrate Pi day. Because guess what!? Cheesecake is technically a pie. Pies have all the fun. Although I am a baked cheesecake girl, this recipe is good if you need a tasty cheesecake that …

DIY Shamrock Shake

I remember pestering my mom for a McDonald’s Shamrock Shake every time I got in the car, for about a month before St. Patrick’s Day. As an adult, I still get the urge to go get one. Only for nostalgia’s sake now, they don’t seem to taste as good as I remember. Could be that …

Strawberry Compote

Got some strawberries that will go bad soon? Eating pancakes tomorrow? Make a compote! A compote is a great addition to any sweet breakfast meal. From french toast to yogurt. Heck, you can even throw that stuff on some desserts! This can also be made with a mix of berries or even frozen fruit. A …