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Spumoni Cake
Spumoni Cake is so tasty! It is also extremely pretty. I’ve been making it for years. Spumoni cake is a dessert inspired by the traditional Italian spumoni, which is a layered ice cream treat typically made with three flavors—chocolate, pistachio, and cherry—along with nuts and fruit. This cake captures the essence of these flavors in cake form. The cake…
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Lisa’s Mocha Mousse
Rich and creamy Lisa’s Mocha Mousse is perfect for coffee lovers. Lisa has been making this wonderful dessert for at least 30 years. Ingredients for Lisa’s Mocha Mousse… Espresso or Brewed Coffee: Freshly brewed coffee or espresso works best for authentic mocha flavor. Heavy Cream: For the mousse texture, make sure to use heavy cream or whipping cream. Sugar: Adjust…
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Dark Chocolate Crazy Cake
The only thing crazy about this cake is the way it’s made. Regardless, it is quite a wonderful, moist and tasty cake.
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Chocolate Covered Cherries
Chocolate-covered cherries are a delightful treat made by encasing maraschino cherries (or fresh cherries) in a coating of chocolate. These sweet confections are often enjoyed during holidays or special occasions. If you store these, they will make the juice around the cherry, just like the ones you buy in the store. These can also be made using your own homemade…
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Chocolate Gravy
Chocolate gravy is a sweet sauce made primarily from cocoa powder, sugar, flour and water. It is commonly served over biscuits, especially in the South. It’s a decadent breakfast or dessert option.
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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie in a Jiffy
Old-fashioned chocolate pie in a jiffy is a classic dessert that features a rich, creamy chocolate filling nestled in a flaky pie crust. The filling is made from a combination of such as cocoa powder, sugar, milk and eggs. Some recipes may also include vanilla extract for added flavor. The pie can be served chilled or at room…
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Double Decker Fudge
Chocolate fudge on the bottom and peanut butter fudge on the top. This is truly a marriage made in heaven. Removing fudge from a pan lined with parchment paper is a straightforward process. Here are some steps to help you do it successfully. Cut parchment paper: Cut a piece of parchment paper with handles so that it fits inside…
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Sachertorte (Chocolate Torte)
Sachertorte is a symbol of Austrian culinary heritage and is particularly associated with CafĂ© Sachertorte in Vienna This recipe was invented by Franz Sacher, once a Viennese court cook. Viennese homemakers like to bake a Sachertorte to accompany afternoon coffee, and they usually serve it decorated with whipped cream. It is traditional to write “Sacher” over the top of…
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Cannoli
Cannoli were my favorite Italian bakery dessert in Chicago during the Lenten season. Cannoli are cheese stuffed pastries.
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Bourbon Balls
A favorite of ours at holiday time! These bourbon balls will keep for a long time, and they only get better with age.
