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Lucious, sweet fruit brings any dessert to life. These fruit desserts cover everything from classic apple pie to summer berry treats to a rich banana cream pie and so much more.
I love this banana pudding recipe featuring homemade Nilla wafers, pastry cream (pudding), and perfect whipped cream. It’s a simple, elegant dish that you can serve in a large glass container or in individual jars. The quintessential southern dessert is found on the back of the box of Nilla wafers. […]
My banana cream pie is a family favorite that features chocolate shavings on top for a little extra fun and flavor. Banana Cream Pie is a classic and one I don’t visit nearly enough. I had a craving for it and decided to bring it, along with a couple of […]
The Apple Tarte Tatin is a quintessentially French dessert. Below, you will find a more classic recipe with options to use puff pastry, phyllo, or pie dough for the crust. Or you can jump down to the Mini Swirled Apple Tarte Tatin recipe that is elegant, beautiful and perfect for […]
This pear and ginger cake features cozy fall flavors with the natural sweetness of Bosc pears for a tasty treat perfect for Thanksgiving or the holiday season. More Fall Recipes
With its moist texture, soft crumb and depth of apple flavor, this apple bundt cake is perfect for any occasion. I like to use a variety of apples in this cake such as Honey Gold, MacIntosh, Haralson and Prairie Spy. Drizzle with a simple honey cider glaze and serve. I […]
Who doesn’t love fresh apples? Fall calls for tart, sweet or sour desserts where the natural flavor of the fall shines through! Below are some of my favorite apple desserts. More Fall Dessert Recipes
Pears are a sweet and varied fruit perfect for fall baking. If you need a break from fall apple recipes, try some of these favorite pear recipes, including my popular pear cake with cardamom glaze! Pears can be an overlooked and forgotten fruit. I think they get lost in the […]
Sweet, season and distinct—peaches make me think of summer. These 10 peach desserts are sure to please. And while I don’t always do savory, check out my bonus peach caprese salad at the bottom of the post! Peaches are such a beautiful, unique fruit. You never mistake peach flavor for […]
Nothing beats fresh summer blueberry desserts. I always turn to this list of 11 desserts after getting my hands on some fresh-picked bluebrries. Blueberries are one of those ingredients that need nothing more than themselves to be special. The color adds natural drama and the sweet-tart flavor is a perfect […]
Does any fruit say summer quite like strawberries? These strawberry desserts will help you make the most of the season of fresh berries! Strawberry season is nearly upon us and I can hardly wait to get my hands on those perfectly sweet ruby red berries and make some amazing strawberry […]
How do you make a classic Lemon Meringue Pie even better? Add a little lemon thyme. It’s optional, but it has a distinct citrus flavor that adds an extra hint of lemon flavor, and serves as a beautiful garnish. This lemon meringue pie recipe is sponsored by Diamond Crystal Salt. […]
As we ease into 2024 I am simplifying my life and making a delicious, uncomplicated gingerbread snack cake. The holidays are all about showstopper desserts and fanciful decorating. Now it’s a time to relax and slip into something comfy to recuperate from all the visiting relatives. Need more blueberry recipes? […]