Desserts
Easy Crepes
Beautifull crepes with 1/10th of the work. So quick to prep and make, this has easily become one of our Family Favorites. Serve with your favorite jam.
Baked Apples
One of the easiest recipes ever. Top this with ice cream or for a little extra decadence and enjoy with a nice dessert wine.
Kat’s Truffles
First invented out of necessity post World War II. This truffle recipe is a staple in any Russian household during the holidays and our go to dessert!
Ultimate Cookie for Santa
Chocolatey, gooey and absolutely gigantic cookies. This cookie goodness has a little secret ingredient touch as well. This is our favorite of cookies.
Lemon Crépes
Easy quick and so delicious. Use it for breakfast, brunch or just because. We hope you enjoy these Lemon Crepes as it is one of our favorites.
Russian Braid
There is the Danish Braid and this is my Russian Braid. The black currant gives a very original taste but feel free to use any favorite berries.
Banana Bread
The banana bread to end all banana breads. Serve it with some Sweetened Condensed Milk and you will not regret it.
Coconut Macaroons
These macaroons are easy, fast to make, and delicious. They are by far the most popular out of all the desserts that I have made. Enjoy!
Nutella Crêpes
Oh my! Serve no more than two crepes per person or a post meal nap may be in order. It’s a whole meal on its own. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
Pecan Shorties
30 minutes and dessert is ready. That is a win win at our house. Quick, easy and so good. We love these little cookies for a nice dessert.
Torte à la Russe
This Torte is delicious. Did I mention super easy to make? Makes 1 8.5 inch Torte. For some extra decadence, top with the Triple Berry Sauce in this recipe.
Crème Puffs
This recipe may be done a day in advance to have the crème puffs filled on the second day. It is impossible in our home not to eat all of these right away.
Mini Pear Pies
The most scrumptious pear pies! Delicately poached and then wrapped with puff pastry and baked. The pears can be poached about a day prior to baking.
Berry Galette
A galette is free form, flat and open faced tart. The sky is the limit with a galette. I love to use peaches or any stone fruit, berries, or any fruit.
Pineapple Cherry Tart
Tart pineapple gives a lovely combination to the sweet cherries. Make sure to taste the cherries to give you an idea of the overall flavor.
Merengue Fruit Tarts
We absolutely love these in our home. Light, airy and so delicious. The sauce and the berries make a perfect combination. Serve with coffee or champagne.
Merengue Rosettes
Oh my gosh! These are so pretty and delicious. Did I mention super easy to make?! Makes 8 rosettes. Perfect for Mother’s Day or any celebration
Tips for Baking
Have you ever dreaded trying out a new recipe because you knew it would be stressful? In baking follow these pre-requisites and it becomes much easier.
Apple Crisp
The type of apple is really not consequential. It all depends on taste and preference. The key is to get a sort that will hold its shape.
Traditional Russian Crepes
Try these perfectly thin traditional Russian crepes with various fillings, such as sour cream, red or black caviar, condensed milk or Nutella.
Easy Apple Tart
Ridiculously easy to make apple tart. Roll out the dough, lay out the apples, bake and you’re done. Grab a good cup of tea and enjoy.
Baked Pears in wine
A scrumptious recipe for a great evening with friends or just because. We love this dessert on a weeknight because it is so easy.
Chocolate Orange Cake
Raisins, candied oranges and chocolate make a scrumptious combination. This dessert will make you the star of the town for years to come.
Berry Dessert Cups
10 minutes to prep and 1 hour to bake. Prep them ahead of time and throw them in the oven as the guests arrive. These are delicious!
