Articles filed under Dessert
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Milkshakes, malts, concretes, frappes and more: A (delicious) guide to frozen drinksAug 19, 2025 4:30 am - So, what is the difference between a milkshake, a malt, a frappe or maybe even a concrete? Geography, tradition and local lingo all play a role in how frozen drinks are made and what they’re called.
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Watermelon coconut ice is a no-cook, no-added-sugar treatAug 13, 2025 4:37 am - Blending frozen watermelon with ginger, lime juice and coconut water results in a refreshing no-cook, no-added-sugar dessert. Topped with a dollop of rich coconut cream, it’s an ideal treat on a hot summer day.
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Skip the oven with these saucy skillet peaches and maple pecansAug 06, 2025 8:26 am - Ripe summer peaches simmer with a touch of maple syrup, cinnamon and vanilla and get topped with a maple pecan topping for a skillet dessert that requires minimal effort.
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Cobblers, crumbles, slumps and grunts: A guide to baked fruit dessertsJul 23, 2025 5:53 am - If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between a cobbler, crisp, crumble and a buckle — oh, and let’s throw the Brown Betty, slump and grunt into the mix — you’re not alone. And with good reason: There’s no agreed-upon definition for this class of beloved American desserts, and the names often vary by region or even family.
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Fresh sour cherries are fleeting. Here’s how to make the most of them.Jul 02, 2025 5:32 am - Full of flavor, fragile and fleeting, sour cherries are a treasure worth seeking out. Also known as tart cherries, they’re smaller in size, have a thinner skin, softer flesh and are juicier. Here’s what you need to know about making the most of these seasonal gems.
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Blueberry almond clafoutis is an ideal treat for dessert emergenciesJun 18, 2025 5:11 am - This custardy gluten-free dessert made with almond flour and topped with sliced almonds is fragrant with cardamom and brims with blueberries. Lightly sweetened with honey, it’s a more healthful way to satisfy a sweet tooth.
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Lighten up: Fruit brings out the natural sweetness in three easy, anytime treatsJun 11, 2025 6:06 am - These three recipes are some of my go-to favorites: peanut butter banana oat bars, lemon loaf and strawberry lemon muffins. They’re lightened-up, easy to make and all use fruit to bring out natural sweetness without being overly sugary.
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Thanks, Dad: This Black Forest cake is all about himJun 11, 2025 5:00 am - This Black Forest cake includes all the elements you’d expect in the retro dessert, including rich chocolate cake, whipped cream frosting, juicy cherries and a generous pour of kirsch. It might seem complicated, but at Father’s Day the effort is kind of the point, isn’t it?
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Strawberry shortcake is an ode to peak-season fruit and tender biscuitsJun 10, 2025 6:13 am - Strawberry shortcake is widely viewed as a quintessentially American dessert, so much so that June 14 is National Strawberry Shortcake Day. This recipe is adapted from James Beard, who got it from his mother. The biscuits’ signature ingredient is hard-boiled egg yolks, which help achieve a tender, crumbly pastry.
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Tangy cherry preserves bring balance to this ancient ricotta tartJun 03, 2025 5:47 am - Torta antica roma — a rustic tart inspired by the traditional Roman combination of ricotta and cherries — is exceptionally light, with milky-sweet ricotta balanced by tangy, brightly hued fruit preserves. In this version, the dough gets its flavor and texture from almonds that are ground in the food processor.