Dessert/6 recipes

Danish puff: a tender pastry base spread with an almond choux topping that bakes crisp, then settles into a soft, custardy layer under a sugar glaze. An impressive pastry from pantry staples.

Creme brulee, the classic French dessert: silky vanilla custard made from just cream, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla, baked gently in a water bath and finished with a crackly torched sugar crust.

This cheesecake is amazingly chocolatey and delicious. It screams out the cherry flavour. Definitely worth the effort.

Brown sugar apple squares with a buttery crumb base, sour cream batter, cinnamon, and chopped apples. The secret? They taste even better the next day. Makes 12.

This decadent brownie recipe was recently clipped from my local newspaper.

A no-bake chocolate biscuit pudding, milk-soaked biscuits layered with a rich cocoa butter cream and studded with cashews and raisins, then chilled until sliceable. A Sri Lankan party favorite.

Brigadeiro, the classic Brazilian chocolate truffle: just cocoa, butter, and sweetened condensed milk cooked into a glossy fudge, rolled into balls and coated in sprinkles. The star of every Brazilian party.

Frozen rhubarb mousse: tart rhubarb puree folded into Italian meringue and whipped cream with a splash of raspberry liqueur. Light, airy spring dessert that scoops like ice cream.

Avocado buttermilk sherbet blends ripe avocado with tangy buttermilk, honey, sugar, and lemon juice into a soft, pale green frozen dessert. Creamy without dairy fat, tart without sour. Naturally vibrant color, no food coloring.

A very old recipe from Venice, Italy, a delicious cheesecake with raisins

"A wonderful combination of flavors and the frosting is fantastic."

The REAL Key Lime pie. At least according to some folks. It's the one I personally prefer. (I'm a sucker for Graham cracker crust.)

A very moist cake with the zippy flavor of root beer. Best served with vanilla ice cream or simply dusted with confectioner's sugar.

Tired of making cookies and muffins? Try this tasty snack that is sure to make you a fan.

These delicious rolls are made from phyllo pastry, and they are so elegant and pretty to be gifts too.

These take the original Rice Krispy treats made with marshmallows to something really delicious and decadent!