Desserts
Indulge in our desserts category, exploring mouthwatering recipes, mastering sweet techniques, and discovering tips to create the perfect treat every time.
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While pumpkin pie is the undoubted leader of autumn pumpkin desserts, it is not to everyone's liking. Even those of us who enjoy a slice in the fall may be pretty tired of it long before Thanksgiving rolls around. This isn't to say that pumpkin can't be delicious when incorporated into a dessert. We...
Catalan cuisine is recognized for its diversity and exquisiteness, with a healthy nod to tradition. Although some of the most cutting edge gastronomic pursuits are being carried out in Catalunya, many restaurants still have similar variations of the classics. There is a very good reason for this. Specifically,...
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Vegan yogurts can have as much flavor as those made with animal products such as cow's milk. Not only do you prevent potential animal harm, the creamy coconut flavor can mean it is even more delicious.
Vegan yogurt contains the characteristic tangy flavor of yogurts, but with a tropical and sweet touch....
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Cherries are a very popular fruit when sold fresh, but many only recognize them in their preserved form. This can be in jams, preserves or, one of its most versatile forms, in syrup. These are known as cocktail or maraschino cherries. They are very popular as a garnish in cocktails (hence the name),...
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To some, the idea of sugar-free caramel is a paradox. To them it's like having oxygen-free water. However, it is perfectly possible to get the same delicious sweet caramel taste without using sugar, the normal (and sole) ingredient of caramel. It can be used in the same way regular caramel is used and...
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Sometimes known less appealingly as ‘eggy bread’, French toast is a classic egg-based dish. It is commonly popular as a brunch dish and can be served either sweet or savory. It is a dish which dates back to the Romans, but it is also known for its religious connotations. This is because it has been...
Learn to make homemade sugar free dulce de leche! This low-carb recipe is easy to make and a great substitute to the traditional Argentinean dulce de leche, especially when steering clear of sugar. Keep reading this oneHOWTO article where we give you a homemade sugar-free dulce de leche recipe!
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Cornbread is a popular type of bread and are part of the Native American cuisine. This delicious bread is naturally a little sweet, healthy and very fast to make. It is also a versatile dish as it can be used in savoury meals, as well as in desserts.
In this oneHOWTO article, we're going to explain...
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Kinder Bueno is a delightful chocolate and hazelnut snack which is marketed at kids ("kinder" is German for children), but is enjoyed by adults in equal measure. Part of this reason is its light chocolate wafer shell, not too cloying for an adult palate. Once you break into that shell, you are rewarded...
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Want to learn how to prepare a unique sweet that will surprise your guests? Chocolate fritters will do the trick, because the taste and texture will delight young and old. They are very easy to make and have their own traditional history in Latin countries such as Spain or Colombia. You'll just need to...
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Are you crazy about chocolate? If you can't resist the delight of sweet chocolate, this oneHOWTO article is going to suggest a simple recipe idea which will surprise your nearest and dearest and give them an adult chocolate treat. It is a simple recipe where you will discover how to make liqueur chocolates...
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If you love Oreos this recipe for homemade mousse will be just right for you. Making it at home is much easier than you think and it offers the possibility of enjoying our favourite cookie in a totally different way. However, to keep the your figure and ensure you are following a balanced diet you should...
The term Kuswar is often used to talk about the set of Christmas sweets that Catholic people in Goa and Mangalore make during the Christmas festivities. There are around 20 to 25 dishes that are made together to make the Christmas goody termed as Kuswar. Christmas festival in Goa and Mangalore is incomplete...
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Christmas is upon you, and with all of the preparations, sometimes we tend to leave Christmas dinner for last minute. We all know that making mince pies takes time, but if you hate supermarket ready-made mince pies and want to give your traditional Christmas dessert a homemade touch, then you'll need...
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When we talk about the cuisine of South Africa, we can’t forget the delicious flavor of a Malva Pudding. It is a very sweet dessert that is usually served with cream, ice-cream or custard. It has a kind of cake texture and it can be made easily with just a few simple ingredients. A sauce is added to...
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Who says diabetics can't eat cakes and pastries? While it is true that they should not eat foods that are high in sugar, it is also true that you can prepare delicious sweet things without needing any sugar.
How? By using other sweeteners suitable for people with diabetes and that enable you to make...
Classically, cake batter can only be used for making cakes. But if you have made a bit more cake batter than necessary then you can’t just throw away the delicious mix. In such situation there is only one solution: improvise. So, let’s find out in this OneHowTo article what to do with leftover cake batter.
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Directly from the cuisine of northeastern Paraguay and Argentina comes this dessert recipe made with mamón - the regional name for papaya. This is a traditional recipe in which, using few ingredients, you can create a delicious syrupy-sweet dessert that will appeal to both young and old alike.
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These brownies are small bars of soft, delicious cinnamon.They are known as Mexican Brownies due to the fact that this spice is commonly used in this country, as is a dish that can commonly be served as a desert at a Cinco de Mayo party. Cinnamon is a widely-used product in desserts since it produces...
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Moms are busy these days, and they like to make dinners that take less than half an hour from start to the finish. But what they do about dessert? A cobbler made with frozen fruit can be a fantastic dish that your family will love to have, and there will be no looking back. You can make this dessert for your...
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Do you fancy Mcdonalds Oreo frappé? You can make Oreo frappé at home, and it will taste as good as Mcdonalds´ one, with less calories. Oreo biscuits will be your best allies; they are the main ingredient of the recipe of Oreo frappé. If you are a fan of Oreos then you have probably already tried the...
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Soursop, or prickly custard apple, is one of the most popular tropical fruits, and is ideal in juices as well as in desserts. Its naturally sweet flavor is delicious, so soursop cake is ideal for a special occasion. It's a very elaborate dessert but it's worthwhile because the end result is exquisite....
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A mousse has a fluffy and delicious texture that makes the ideal dessert for any type of social event you plan on organizing. Mousse can be served as a dessert, but also between meals or just before eating. It wows with its wonderful texture and intense flavor. In this OneHowTo article, we'll explain...
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Here is a suggestion for you to indulge your sweet tooth with a unique chocolate recipe that will delight both adults and kids alike. In the following OneHowTo article we'll show you how to prepare a sweet, unique and surprising recipe. Do you want to find out more? Then pay attention and discover how...
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In many Latin American countries, sweet garnishes are prepared with many savoury dishes. Caramelised or fried bananas are a perfect option for giving your delicacies a sweet accompaniment. The contrast between the savory taste of your dish and the sweet taste of bananas will be a true experience for...
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If you're a fan of sweet things, you cannot miss this recipe in which we show you how to make buns without butter. Enjoy this typical Balearic dish without using fatty animal ingredients like butter. This recipe is perfect for you if you are vegetarian and still like to enjoy pastries. The final result...
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Orange blossom water is a flavoring which is obtained from the distillation of orange blossoms. It's used widely in cooking, especially in baking, but it can also be found in beauty products. Orange blossom flowers are white and grow on orange, lemon and citron trees. You need dry flowers in order to prepare...
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When creating simple figures with fondant, such as flowers or chains, use water or egg white as an adhesive to bond the various parts of the figure. However, in the field of creative pastry when we start creating cakes that are ever more intricate and complicated, we try to creating free-standing figures....
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No one can resist to the texture and taste of ice creams. They make up for the best desserts in the summer and some people even enjoy them in the winter. At OneHowTo we want you to enjoy this dessert regardless of your eating preferences. If you're vegan or lactose intolerant, there is no reason why you...
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We all love some delicious pancakes for breakfast! No matter if you are lactose intolerant or vegan, you should know that there are ways of enjoying pancakes! It's just a matter of changing these key ingredients for others in the correct measure, it's easier than you may think. So, keep on reading this...
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We all know that irresistible craving for a sweet, fluffy cupcake topped with your favorite frosting. But what if you're out of baking powder, the magic ingredient that gives cupcakes their signature light and airy texture? This recipe will show you how to create delicious cupcakes without baking powder.
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Do you want to know how to make chocoflan? It is a traditional Mexican dessert and is absolutely delicious. However, a certain level of culinary expertise is needed to be able to prepare this dish successfully. In fact, this dish is so complicated that it is also known as the 'impossible cake'. But we at...
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Fondant is a sugar icing that has become very popular in the pastry world to decorate cakes, cupcakes and biscuits, in all sorts of amazing ways. It's versatile, can be shaped in practically any way and is often used in the most creative and original ways to decorate desserts. The easiest way to make...
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Fondant is a sugary paste used for decorating cupcakes, cakes, biscuits, cake pops, donuts and virtually any bakery product or dessert that can be supplemented with sugar. We are used to working with it in its solid form, but did you know that there is also a liquid fondant? The difference between the...
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Meringue discs are one of the most popular desserts among lovers of this very special sweet. They can be eaten as such or in cake preparations with our favorite flavors. The meringue is one of the most common desert mixes and is present in many different cuisines from around the world. As a result there...
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Custard is one of the most popular and widespread deserts in gastronomy. The best known are vanilla and chocolate because they are easy to prepare and taste delicious, but there are other equally pleasurable variants. It is a dairy product and thus provides large amounts of calcium. It is ideal for children...
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If you're a fan of sweet things, note down the following recipe in a notebook, as we present a dessert which is not suitable for diabetics. On this occasion, we suggest a sweet ending to your meals, which is fast and simple to prepare, to delight people with a sweet tooth. Learn how to make peach mousse...
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If you love desserts but you think they are too heavy and you tend to avoid them, know that there are a variety of light desserts suitable to accompany a balanced and healthy diet. This is the case for yogurt mousse, which, besides having a low amount of calories, also gives you many health benefits thanks...
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If you're making fondant to decorate a cake or cupcake, you may be in a hurry to harden it and continue working. This is because in order to decorate cakes with fondant figures, the fondant needs to be hard enough to get stuck and add more decoration. If you have time to spare, you can just wait - but...
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Meringue is a cream commonly used in pastry and is used to make different types of confectionery. French meringue is considered the traditional one, but there is also Swiss meringue (prepared in a bain-marie) and the Italian, a variant that is prepared with syrup to gain consistency. Besides sugar and water,...
Are you fond of making cupcakes and want to learn how to decorate them? One way to decorate cupcakes is with a pastry bag, which is really useful to make different decorations depending on the nozzles you use. With the right nozzle and icing, you can make flowers, leaves, baskets, stars and a lot of other...
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Fondant is a very elastic and moldable sugar paste that provides endless possibilities for decorating. With this, you can make anything and create spectacular and beautiful decorations. If you are thinking of decorating a cake or cupcake but you think it would be difficult to decorate with fondant,...
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A San Marcos cake is a delicious cake to make. It is typically made in Spain and has a layer of chocolate, cream and a top layer of caramelized custard. It takes time to make but it's not complicated, although you'll need many ingredients. Some of these are for the filling, others for decoration and others...
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Custard is one of those desserts that always go down well after a meal. If you love custard but are not a very good cook, don't worry: it's easy to do with a little help from your microwave. At OneHowto we show you how to make custard in the microwave and you can surprise your family with an exquisite...
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Bonbons are the perfect gift for your partner as well as for family and friends. Many people tend to buy this delicious treat for special occasions such as Valentine's Day, birthdays or anniversaries. If you want to give bonbons to a chocolate lover you know but think it isn't exactly an inventive gift, you...
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Banana is a very energetic fruit full of essential nutrients that are good for the health of the body; and a simple way to incorporate it in the diet, in addition to eating it alone, is to add it to another kind of dessert. How about including it as a main ingredient in a delicious mousse? You'll get...
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Fancy a delicious and juicy dessert? We propose a recipe for fluffy pumpkin fritters. It's a treat typical at the Fallas festival (Valencia, Spain) but if you prefer you can make them at home and delight your friends and family with these steps. You'll see that with a few simple steps and a little time,...
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Instead of eating pre-prepared pancakes, put together a few basic kitchen ingredients and make your own pancakes. The ingredients are simple and are part of every cook's kitchen. Making good pancakes at home with flour, butter and some other ingredients is not very complicated and can be done in 5 minutes....
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Meringue kisses are one of the most popular deserts for all of us with a sweet tooth. One of the many advantages of this star-shaped dessert is its tiny size - since it's so small, you can enjoy meringue kisses repeatedly without ever getting tired of its sweet taste.
Making colorful meringue kisses...
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Ganache is widely used in the field of pastry to decorate all kinds of desserts, from cakes to cookies and cupcakes. Ganache is a mixture of French origin, whose original recipe comprises equal parts of cream and dark chocolate. Making it at home is really simple and, if we wish, we can modify it to...