Claudia&Julia's Blog

I’m not going to reveal any secret by talking about the ingredients used to make leche merengada, an irresistible classic that’s refreshing and full of flavor. It’s one of our most traditional drinks, along with horchata, agua de Valencia, or lemon granita. For me, it’s one of summer’s pleasures; served nice and chilled, its creamy texture feels wonderful and sweetens the afternoon like few others can.

Today I bring you a dessert that signals the arrival of good weather and summer afternoons. This strawberry and pistachio tart is a chilled tart that is very easy to make and will impress your guests. The baked shortcrust pastry base, crisp and with just the right touch of sweetness, offers the perfect contrast to the silky texture of the pastry cream and the slightly tangy taste of the strawberries.

These traditional, homemade lemon doughnuts rank high on my list of favorite sweet treats. They’re very easy to make, something I really appreciate, and since we all like them equally at home, we enjoy eating them together—and making them, too!

If the brookie, the mix of brownie and cookie, has earned a place in dessert recipe books, this brownie with cheesecake and raspberries is sure to claim a privileged spot on the podium of irresistible combinations. Although it may seem that combining two recipes as different as these at first glance is not a good idea, I promise you that bringing these two classics together results in an incredible dessert.

Today I bring you a quick, comforting recipe, perfect for enjoying a creamy coffee with a very interesting spiced touch. This spiced date latte macchiato has come home to stay, because it is very easy to make and ready in no time. As soon as the craving hits, you’ll be enjoying this delicious drink in just a few minutes.

For me, without a doubt, homemade crema catalana is much more than a dessert. This crema catalana recipe is home, tradition, and family. Its flavor has stayed in my memory since I was very small and, to this day, it remains a festive dessert that fills me with nostalgic happiness with every spoonful.

If there is a waste-not cake that succeeds like few others, it’s Banana bread, which isn’t a bread nor does it use baker’s yeast, but it does include very ripe bananas. This loaf is delicious and very moist, keeps wonderfully for several days (if you’re lucky enough that it doesn’t get devoured at home), and is ideal for using up those bananas that, being so ripe, look like jam.

Get your spoons ready, because today I'm bringing you an incredible sweet recipe. This Sticky Toffee Pudding (date cake with toffee sauce) is, without a doubt, one of the most extraordinary moist cakes I've tried lately. From the moment you take the first spoonful, its soft, melting texture will capture you forever. After that, you'll want this dessert in your life as often as possible. There's no turning back!

Halfway between a traditional bavarois and a light red-fruit foam, this raspberry mousse with its coulis is a chilled dessert that will make you a hit. Presented in small glasses, it’s so eye-catching that it belongs in the display case of the finest patisseries. And its intense raspberry flavor, with the delicate texture that characterizes bavarian cream, is a guarantee of success, even among the most demanding palates.

Without a doubt, crêpes are a marvelous invention. That's why they get their well-deserved recognition on International Crêpe Day. These red fruit crêpes combine two things I love: crêpes on one hand, and on the other, a perfect mix of strawberries, blueberries, currants and raspberries, with just the right amount of sugar to slightly mellow the pleasant tartness of the red fruits. A delight!

At Christmas, there are desserts that need no introduction — and the French Yule log is one of them. A timeless classic, known for its tender genoise sponge, smooth and creamy filling, and that chocolate coating that resembles a log of firewood, making it instantly recognisable on any festive table. Elegant, comforting, and rich in history, it’s one of those sweet treats you’re always eager to make when the holiday season comes around.

If you want to see how to make a homemade cake that’s also easy, moist, and very aromatic, this recipe has it all! With this orange and pistachio cake you’ll be sure to succeed and I guarantee there won’t be a crumb left once they try it. The cake itself is wonderful, but topped with that orange glaze it becomes spectacular. Paired with a good café con leche, for me it’s one of the best breakfasts.