Fruit
A fruit cake is a type of cake that is made with candied or dried fruits, nuts, and spices, and optionally soaked in spirits like rum or brandy. It is often rich and dense, with a moist texture. Fruitcakes are traditionally associated with holiday celebrations, particularly Christmas, and are known for their long shelf life due to the alcohol content, which acts as a preservative.
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Vintage Strawberry Shortcake
Shortcake is really a rich baking powder biscuit; in this case, a very rich drop biscuit with a high portion of butter and two egg yolks. You can’t get more old-fashioned than this Vintage Strawberry Shortcake.
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Cuccidati
Cuccidati are fig or date bars. They are beautiful on cookie trays during the holiday season. Cuccidati, also known as Italian fig cookies, are a traditional Sicilian treat typically prepared during the holiday season, especially for Christmas. They are filled with a mixture of dried figs, nuts, spices, and sometimes citrus zest, all encased in a sweet dough.
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Gooey Peach Cobbler
The Spanish brought peaches to Texas in the sixteenth century, when they planted trees at their missions. Texas is one of the leading peach producers in the country. The Strawberry-Rhubarb Filling can replace the peach filling. It, too, is delicious.
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Lemon or Lime Ice Box Pie
Lemon or Lime Ice Box Pie will become one of your spring and summer favorites. This gem of a pie is topped with a dollop of whipped cream or whipped topping.
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Streusel Peach Pie
Streusel Peach Pie that combines sweet, juicy peaches with a crunchy, buttery streusel topping. It’s perfect for summer gatherings.
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Sharlotka (Russian Apple Cake)
Sharlotka (Russian Apple Cake) is a classic Russian sponge cake. It has been made in Russia for centuries. Its beauty is in its rustic simplicity.
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Lemon Ice in Lemon Cups
Lemon Ice in Lemon Cups is a refreshing and elegant dessert where lemon-flavored ice (similar to a sorbet or Italian ice) is served inside hollowed-out lemon halves. It’s perfect for warm weather, garden parties or a citrus-themed presentation.
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Maraschino Cherries
Because of the process used to make commercial maraschino cherries, it is much healthier to make your own.
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Sweet Pineapple Tamales
Aside from flan, sweet tamales are probably the most satisfying of Mexican desserts. The flavor varieties for sweet tamales are endless. This sweet pineapple tamale is one of our favorites.
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Strawberry Tamales
Easy Strawberry Tamales filled with strawberry pie filling. Serve with Mexican Cocoa for a fabulous dessert.
