How to Make Tart Shells
As a home baker looking to bake more elevated recipes, tarts are a great place to start. But in order to master any tart, you have to start with the basics of making tart dough, shaping it, then baking the…
Strawberry, Gin, and Almond Tarts
These strawberry, gin, and almond tarts are inspired by Perfidy and the Prize Daughter by Kelly Farina! Each element of this elaborate dessert references an element of the novella from The Skylord Trilogy.
Chestnut Apple Tart
Each bite of this chestnut apple tart pairs a crisp shell with nutty chestnuts, spiced apples, and creamy mascarpone. It’s the perfect recipe to enjoy the flavors of the Fall season. Let’s dive into the details.
Salted Caramel Cheesecake Entremets
These salted caramel cheesecake entremets have all the best flavors in every bite. Notes of cinnamon, bold espresso, gooey caramel, and an essence of rum all in a sweet and salty dessert. Every element is inspired by one of my…
Recipes Inspired by the Throne of Glass Series
Sarah J Maas is such a popular author right now with three intertwining, but separate fantasy series. If you love to read and enjoy a yummy treat, you are going to love these recipe and book pairings! Here’s a list…
Floral Raspberry Eclairs
Raspberries pack so much zingy, bright flavor into just one tiny berry. This powerful fruit is the star in this recipe for raspberry eclairs! A touch of cherry blossom powder adds a subtle floral note to balance out the intense…
Blackberry Frangipane Tarts
Whip up a batch of blackberry frangipane tarts fit for royalty! The tart shells are filled with a blackberry frangipane and a layer of blackberry coulis. Decorate the mini tarts with fresh blackberries and a touch of edible gold leaf…
Blueberry Tarts with a Lemon Cream Cheese Mousse
Fresh, juicy blueberries are the star of these blueberry tarts! The lemon zested pastry shells are filled with a lemon cream cheese mousse and topped with a blueberry coulis. Leave these simple mini tarts unadorned, or top with more fresh…
Honey, Goat Cheese, and Pistachio Tart
Each bite of this exquisite tart pairs a crisp pistachio tart shell with an impossibly light goat cheese and honey mousse. A sprinkle of crushed pistachios and ruby pomegranate arils add even more flavor and give the tart a holiday…
Savory Goat Cheese Tart
Goat cheese has a mild flavor and delicious tang that pairs beautifully with the flavors of roasted red peppers and mushrooms in this savory tart. Serve this homemade dish at brunch or as part of a light lunch. You’ll want…
My personal baking journey… mishaps and all
