Dessert Menu

Nutella Whipped Cream

chocolatey hazelnut butter cream I don’t even know when this recipe was introduced.  I am clear, however, that it dances through my dreams almost nightly.  It is so good.  Of course, it makes just about any dessert better.  But, certainly you’ll find that you are looking for ways to work it into your day from breakfast to dinner. Continue Reading »

Homemade Marshmallows

S’mores and more Making s’mores around a campfire is one of my favorite things to do and with this easy to make homemade marshmallow recipe it takes this candy to a whole new level .  Although s’mores are the first thing that come to my mind when it comes to marshmallows you can have fun with this recipe and add different flavorings, colors, dip them in chocolate, serve with hot chocolate or a chocolate martini really the options are endless. Continue Reading »

Roasted Grapes

you never knew how versatile a grape could be These babies were first introduced as part of an event we served in honor of Dr. Seuss.  We served them right on top a circle of angel food cake with a smear of apricot jam.  We called it Ape Cake Grape Cake, just like something the Whos eat.  Of course, that was a fun time, but the grapes were a huge hit too.  I find myself working them into recipes whenever I can.  Check out my tips below for all sorts of serving suggestions. Continue Reading »

Opera Cream Sauce

sinfully rich Our family fell in love with opera cream not from the candies, but from an over-the-top chocolate opera cream cake made by a very special bakery in Cincinnati called BonBonerie.  It is the cake at every special occasion in our house. This is my version of the sauce that has been known to rock worlds.  Enjoy. Serve this dessert after a family meal of Pasta Aglio Olio and Asparagus. Continue Reading »

Homemade Apple Pizza

Pizza for dessert If you are having a pizza party it is not complete until you have this delicious apple dessert. Homemade apple pizza is a sweet treat in the summer with a scoop of ice cream or in the winter served with a cup of Hot Buttered Cider Rum. Continue Reading »