Irish Cream Brownie Bites
These little treats are topped with a decadent Irish cream–flavoured ganache. For a kid-friendly version, substitute 1-1/2 tsp vanilla for the liqueur. Sprinkle the tops with silver or gold sprinkles, if desired.
These little treats are topped with a decadent Irish cream–flavoured ganache. For a kid-friendly version, substitute 1-1/2 tsp vanilla for the liqueur. Sprinkle the tops with silver or gold sprinkles, if desired.
If you prefer a cooked pistachio filling, use a vanilla pudding mix (four-serving size) and reduce milk to 1-1/2 cups (375 mL); add pistachios and, if desired, a few drops of green food colouring.
A French term that means "paving stone," pavé describes the brick shape of this elegant dessert. Whisky often has notes of vanilla, caramel and chocolate, making it a lovely complement to desserts featuring those same flavours.
When leaves begin to change colour in the fall, it's a reminder that freshly picked apples are in abundance. Serve a slice of this classic treat topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Similar to pudding cake, this simple dessert consists of two delicious layers: a warm and saucy strawberry bottom and a tender orange-flavoured cake on top. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Dried fruits — such as apricots, figs, prunes and raisins — are all high in potassium, an important mineral in the battle against hypertension. Serve this compote for breakfast, brunch or dessert with a dollop of Vanilla Yogurt Topping.
Tender, sweet peaches bring a delicious twist to this classic comfort dessert. Substitute an equal amount of fresh peaches for the frozen if they're in season. Serve warm, with softly whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Eating breakfast helps counter cravings later in the day. This sweet and crunchy combination is best sprinkled on plain or vanilla yogurt. The chocolate variation is best eaten right out of hand – it beats a chocolate bar any day.
Individual crisps made with fresh fruit are a lovely finish to any dinner, and prove that there's no reason to scrimp on dessert. If you want, splurge on some good-quality vanilla ice cream to serve alongside.
Crispy and chewy cookie fans will rejoice to learn a cast-iron skillet can deliver the best of both worlds. Spoon this warm treat straight out of the pan or cut it into wedges and serve with vanilla ice cream.
