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Semlor, or semla (singular), are one of the most traditional pastries of Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Norway and Estonia. They consist of a cardamom bun filled with almond paste and whipped cream. In my case, I chose whipped cream and mascarpone, because to my taste, besides having a better texture and body, they are much richer.

The homemade tocino de cielo recipe—this traditional Spanish dessert with over 500 years of history—has many fans and, besides being a perfect dessert to enjoy with the family on Sundays, is also an ideal recipe for using up egg yolks when you have a surplus*.

El Gud Til Ladoo, these sesame balls that you've probably seen before, is a traditional Indian sweet, especially popular during the winter and on festive occasions like Makar Sankranti and Lohri. This treat is made with simple but nutritious ingredients that include gud (jaggery in English, a type of unrefined sugar very common in Asia) and til (sesame seeds).

You might not know that this traditional dessert, Pears in Wine, which you've surely heard about, is an extremely easy recipe to make. Besides being delicious and elegant! Dive into the fascinating tradition of Red Wine Poached Pears!

Without any fuss but with all the indulgence we could want, this caramel and chocolate tart is simply one of the easiest recipes you can make... And it's delicious! If you shape it into a heart, it's also the perfect recipe for Valentine's Day, or to make love shine at home. Are you up for that?

One of the treats that cannot be missing from any homemade dessert cookbook is the apple tart. Whether in its most classic version with a puff pastry base or baked upside down under the illustrious name Tatin, any preparation that combines a crispy pastry with apples is a guaranteed success. And that is exactly what you will get with this apple tart with caramelized walnuts in croûte.

One of the desserts that takes me back in time and carries me to family celebration Sundays is the tray of assorted profiteroles or choux pastries that, when they took center stage on the table, became a reason for applause. These religieuses filled with pastry cream and chocolate would have been my salvation, because when I had to choose between the whipped cream, truffle, or custard profiteroles, they all seemed delicious to me and it was impossible to choose a favorite.

International Croissant Day is approaching, and we suggest you enjoy not just one but many, transforming these beloved puff pastries into a unique and delicious creation: this baked croissant filled with ricotta cream we turn into a quick Ricotta, Almond and Cranberry Pudding that will make your guests swoon. In this recipe, croissants become the base of an indulgent, comforting dessert.

On this occasion, we share with you the foolproof recipe for Apple Crumble. A classic that blends the freshness of apples with a crunchy, golden topping. Originating from British tradition, this delicious dessert perfectly balances the tartness of the apples with the irresistible crunchy texture of its topping, which today is enhanced by the added richness of nuts. Get ready to discover the secrets that make this Apple Crumble an eternal favorite!

In my kitchen, there are certain utensils that become true culinary heroes, and the Dupla Prior pan from Bra is definitely one of them. Beyond its genius for making omelettes, I discovered its incredible ability to transform simple pears into a heavenly dessert (and in just 10 minutes!).

Among the easiest and most rewarding dessert recipes, egg flan has always been my weakness. Its simplicity in preparation and its delicious flavor make it one of my favorite sweets. And now, I have the pleasure of sharing with you a simplified version of this classic, thanks to the efficiency and speed offered by the pressure cooker.

A pie filled with apple and a touch of cinnamon — can you resist? During the Halloween season, we all look for treats with a mysterious, festive touch. And what better way to celebrate this time than with a Jack Skellington-style Apple Pie?