Dessert Recipes
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Almond Apple Pie
Serves 12 / Even newbies have an easy time working this crust; as long as it stays cool, it will behave...
Super Fudge Brownies
Serves 16 / Crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside, these gluten-free goodies hold their own against the real thing...
Carrot Cake with Coconut-Cream Cheese Frosting
Serves 16 / Rich and moist, this decadent treat is a hit for birthday parties and autumn potlucks...
Flourless Hazelnut and Pear Torte
Serves 16 / So scrumptiously rich, a thin slice satisfies. In summer months, substitute peaches or nectarines...
Oatmeal Pecan Praline Cookies
Makes about 30 / The nutty praline adds a touch of sophistication but can be omitted if you want a more traditional cookie...
Gluten-free party foods
Go wheat free with these decadent desserts...
Balsamic Peaches with Crème Fraîche
Serves 6 / A perfect way to enjoy late-summer peaches...
Mexican Chocolate Pudding
Serves 4 / Ingredient tips: In my experience, Mori Nu silken firm tofu works best for this recipe. You'll find unsweetened, antioxidant-rich cacao nibs in bulk bins and baking aisles; they add a nice crunch. Serving tip: You might want to top this with fresh raspberries...
Raspberry Sorbet
Lemon’s zing enhances fresh raspberries in this easy-to-make, homemade version of a classic dessert. ...
Grilled Peaches and Cream
Serves 6 / An elegant, supereasy dessert. Accompany with Sauternes wine....
Mixed Berry and Mint Granita
Serves 12 / This refreshing dessert can also be served as a slushy. Spoon into goblets and garnish with fresh lemon peel or mint sprigs for a partylike feel....
Lemon-Ginger Slush
Serves 8-10 / Reminiscent of frozen lemonade, but for grownups. This can also be mixed with tequila for an afternoon happy hour — we won't tell...
Dark Chocolate Sauce
Makes about ¾ cup / Excellent drizzled warm or cold over icy desserts. You can also warm it and dip fresh strawberries or bananas into the mixture for a chocolate fondue...
Strawberry Frozen Yogurt
Serves 10 / Substitute any number of fruits — peaches, when in season, are wonderful — or use a different flavor of yogurt, to create one-of-a-kind combinations...
Vanilla Bean Gelato
Serves 12 / In this lightened but ultrarich gelato, nonfat and low-fat milk replace whole milk. Prep tip: For intense vanilla flavor, use a whole vanilla bean (about 6 inches long) and scrape out the seeds after warming in the milk mixture. Serving tip: Top with summer berries and a dollop of Dark Chocolate Sauce ...
