Makes one 8-inch layer cake If you make the cake layers ahead of time, wrap them tight and keep them refrigerated. Wait to soak the cakes with the syrup until you’re ready to ice the cake.
Lemon Curd
Makes about 1 1/2 cups A curd is a fruit juice-based custard. Though lemon is popular, you can replace the lemon juice in this recipe for lime juice, clementine juice, or any other slightly tart fruit juice.
Lemon, Ginger, Barley Pudding with Raspberries
Makes 6 servings If you love rice pudding, then wait until you taste this barley version that offers you all of the creaminess that you love with some extra whole grains and a little less of the not-so-good-for-you ingredients. For a more traditional flavor, leave out the ginger and skip […]
Maple Pecan Pie
Makes one 9-inch pie The complementary flavors of maple and pecan combine in this pie to create an earthy, buttery, robust dessert. Be sure to purchase Grade B maple syrup as the darker amber color and deeper maple flavor are essential to this pie. In the variation that follows, adding […]
Maple Pumpkin Pie
Makes one 9-inch pie
Maple Whipped Cream
Makes about 2 cups This quick lightly sweetened whipped cream will be a go-to during fall entertaining and cozy nights on the couch. Serve it alongside pumpkin pie, topping an ice cream sundae with cooked apples and cinnamon, or to make a no-bake icebox cake.
Marshmallow Easter Treats
Makes about 12 treats (depending on the size of your cookie cutter) Making your favorite store-bought treats at home is fun and tasty! Marshmallows are easy once you get the hang of it. Just make sure to have a thermometer handy. If you don’t like the sugar coating on your […]
Marshmallows
Makes 80 pieces
Milk Chocolate Cinnamon Sticks
Makes about 15 pieces These adorable pieces of chocolate decor are perfect for topping your fall and winter treats, like cupcakes, cakes, and tarts. Choose the flattest baking sheet you have for smooth rolling.
Milk Chocolate Pudding with Chantilly Cream
Makes 8 servings Pudding Chantilly Cream Makes about 2 cups Chef’s note: If your cream starts to turn slightly yellow while you are whipping, it is close to being overwhipped and turning into butter. Fold in a small amount of unwhipped cream, if you have it, to rescue the texture.
Mint Meltaways
Makes 81 pieces They are called meltaways for a reason: When coconut fat is mixed with chocolate, the result is a mixture that melts very quickly in the mouth. Add flavoring to it, and you have a singular sensation. No need to dip these in chocolate—just dust with powdered sugar […]
Mixed Berry Sauce
Makes about 4 cups