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Let’s go on a world food tour! Whatever you’re in the mood for, from meat-lovers to vegans, from Europe to Asia to North and South America, these recipes are for everyone who loves to eat delicious, simple food!
My goal is to showcase delicious dishes that I’ve made, which I find are (relatively) easy to make! Some recipes require more time, and effort, while others are done within 30 minutes, but, I promise, you’ll be pleased with what you’ve made!
Unlike other sites, I won’t be detailing all of my thoughts and feelings about each recipe because, let’s be real, in the end, you just want to figure out how to make the dish and what you need to buy at the grocery store. I cut right to the chase and tell you the ingredients you’ll need and show you what the final dish will look like!
As a side note, I’m a big fan of onions, garlic, ginger, and everything spicy, so my recipes might be somewhat heavy with these ingredients, or at least more so than some people :) Be aware of this and adjust these ingredients to your own preferences because you’re the one who will be doing the eating! Enjoy!
Recent Recipes
Fudgy Cherry Chocolate Blondies
Blondies are like brownies, but are made using brown sugar instead of cocoa. Since cocoa absorbs moisture, not using it leaves you with a softer, chewier texture which is what makes these blondies so delicious! Add to the that fresh, seasonal cherries and you're left with extra fudgy blondies! A perfect pairing of chocolate and cherries for a perfect summer treat!
Orange Sweet Rolls
There’s something special about sweet rolls, whether it’s the pillowy, soft texture, the gooey, warm interior, or the fun way you can peel away the layers. And these sweet rolls are no exception! Citrusy, sweet orange is key to all elements of these sweet rolls, from the dough, to the filling, and the glaze. It’s an orange lovers paradise, or anyone craving sweet rolls that’s more than cinnamon or lemon!
Lemon Snowflake Cookies
I’m a big fan of lemon desserts and when I want a lemony cookie, these are what I make. They are the perfect combination of soft, chewy cookies with a delicious touch of lemon that’s not overpowering. Coat the cookie dough balls in powdered sugar before baking to give you the striking snowflake effect. Whether for a summer party or you’re looking for a great cookie recipe that doesn’t use chocolate chips, you can’t go wrong with these!
Chocolate Raspberry Cups
One of my favorite pairings: chocolate and fruit. They come together in this perfect bite-sized treat! It’s also super easy to give these chocolate cups your own twist, whether that’s using your favorite jam or peanut butter, or using your favorite type of chocolate. But regardless of the combination you choose, you can bet it’ll taste amazing when they’re ready to snack on!
Linzer Bars
Based on the famous Linzer cake, these bars use those elements and turn them into a delicious handheld treat! With its soft almond shortbread crust, tangy raspberry jam, and decorated with cookies cut from the same almond shortbread, it makes for an equally stunning dessert. These bars are noticeably easier to make than the original Linzer cake and are a tasty treat for large gatherings. Best of all, they stay soft days after you make them, so you they can easily be made ahead!
Snowflake Cookies
Even though these cookies resemble snowflakes, they are a great treat to make year-round! With the chocolatiness to satisfy every chocolate lover matched with the soft chewiness of that perfect cookie, these cookies are a delight for both eyes and mouth!
Diablo Cookies
The heat from the cayenne and sharpness of the ginger might sound spicy, but these cookies are everything but that! Through baking, the spices help intensify the chocolatiness and add depth to the overall flavor for a truly delicious experience! With a crinkled outside, fudgy inside, and flaked salt sprinkled over top, it’s every chocolate lovers dream!
Lemon Possets
A quick dessert that’s both simple and elegant, and perfect to make ahead for a special occasion! Neither overly sweet nor overpoweringly sour, its light, silky smooth texture and delicious blend of sweet and sour in a thick cream is what a showstopper is all about!
Blackberry Lavender Cupcakes
As a cake, this recipe holds a lot of special memories for me, so I thought I would recreate these delicious flavors in a cupcake! And they’re a big success! The cupcakes have a moist, soft crumble and are soaked in lavender syrup that promise an aromatic, but subtle flavor. Filled with blackberry jam and decorated with ermine frosting, add a smoothing, creamy texture. These cupcakes are a perfect dessert for any special occasion!
Ermine Frosting (Flour Frosting)
An old-fashioned recipe, ermine frosting, also known as flour frosting or boiled milk frosting, is less sweet than traditional frostings but it’s still just as silky smooth. It’s made by cooking flour, sugar, and milk into a sweet paste that is then whipped into creamed butter until light and fluffy. Known as the traditional frosting for red velvet cake, its irresistible taste and texture is perfect on any cakes or cupcakes!
Pumpkin Cookies
I love fall and all of the delicious things that are in season! Pumpkins are super versatile and making a batch of pumpkin cookies, especially ones with a homemade pumpkin puree, will put you and everyone who enjoys them into a great fall mood! Paired with a decadent burnt butter frosting, these cookies will definitely be a hit!
Burnt Butter Frosting
This isn’t just another frosting, it’s an essential ingredient to make your cookies and cakes taste amazing! Its unique flavor and nutty aroma stands out on its own! The taste reminds me of the small burnt bits left over from cooking pancakes in a skillet. It’s a combination you didn’t know you needed!
Frozen Blueberry Yogurt Bars
A tasty treat that’s easy to make and even easier to grab out of the freezer when you need a quick, healthy snack or dessert! With a few simple ingredients, which you might already have on hand, these bars are perfect if you’re craving something light and refreshing!
Blackberry Blueberry Tart with Chocolate Hazelnut Crust
This is the perfect summer tart! A soft crumbly chocolate crust with little bits of ground hazelnuts throughout and filled with a delectable curd that combines blackberries, blueberries, and coconut milk. It’s a beautiful summery combination that everyone will love!
Individual No-Bake Cheesecakes - Two-Ways
This is decadence in a jar! An easy go-to when you need an irresistible dessert, that is easily scalable, and has a classy touch. Whether you make the chocolate or vanilla version, or a combination of the two, you better make sure you make extras because everyone will love them!
Sesame Crusted Ginger Banana Bread with Dark Chocolate Chips
Put a fun twist on a classic banana bread by adding a crust of sesame seeds on the outside, and ginger and dark chocolate chips on the inside! For even more decadence, whip together an indulgent tahini maple syrup spread that pairs wonderfully with the banana bread. It’s sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies with European Butter
Nothing tastes better than the simple pleasure of biting into a chewy chocolate chip cookie! The sweetness of the soft center combined with the occasional crunch of a chocolate chip is enough to put everything else you’ve got going on on hold. And using European butter, that has a higher fat content, the results are irresistible that everyone will love!
Lychee-Banana Dessert Soup in Coconut Milk
A decadent, but simple dessert that’s ready to eat within minutes and is sure to impress! Using five ingredients, the exotic sweetness of the lychees and the creaminess of the coconut milk is an indulgence that you didn’t know you needed!
Kalter Hund (German Biscuit Chocolate Cake)
This has always been my birthday cake! Growing up, my mom would always make me this cake for my birthday, so I always associate it with happy memories! It might not be the prettiest cake, but where it lacks visually it makes up in simplicity. It's a no-baked cake made up of butter biscuits layered between a decadent fudgy chocolate mixture. It’s an unmatched combination and a chocolate lovers dream!
Apfelküchle - German Apple Fritter Pancake
Apfelküchle is a dessert I grew up eating all the time! Whip up a quick pancake-like batter that you dip apple slices into and fry up until golden brown. My preference is to top them with sugar and cinnamon, but whipped cream or vanilla ice cream are also delicious options! Quick, simple, and tasty!
