Dessert Recipes
French desserts. A fine French meal is never complete without a sweet. From rich mousse to juicy tarte tatin recipes, the delicacies of the French dessert cart are an undeniable right… As long as you finish your dinner course!
Almond Tart Recipe
This easy almond tart recipe features sugar, heavy cream, and almonds in sweet pastry. Tarte aux amandes.
This easy almond tart recipe features sugar, heavy cream, and almonds in sweet pastry. Tarte aux amandes.
Anis de Flavigny Recipe
This anis de Flavigny recipe features anise seeds and orange flower essence in a homemade anise hard candy. Anise pastilles recipe.
This anis de Flavigny recipe features anise seeds and orange flower essence in a homemade anise hard candy. Anise pastilles recipe.
Apple Clafouti Recipe
This apple clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla custard dotted with fresh apples, lemon zest, and cinnamon. Apple custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux pommes recipe.
This apple clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla custard dotted with fresh apples, lemon zest, and cinnamon. Apple custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux pommes recipe.
Apple Tarte Tatin Recipe
This apple tarte Tatin recipe features apples, caramel, lemon zest, and cinnamon. Tarte Tatin with spiced apples.
This apple tarte Tatin recipe features apples, caramel, lemon zest, and cinnamon. Tarte Tatin with spiced apples.
Banana Tarte Tatin Recipe
This banana tarte tatin recipe is a tropical taste sensation. Banana tarte tatin from Martinique.
This banana tarte tatin recipe is a tropical taste sensation. Banana tarte tatin from Martinique.
Basic Chocolate Truffles Recipe
This basic chocolate truffles recipe is an indulgent - and necessary - addition to the French kitchen. French chocolate truffle recipe.
This basic chocolate truffles recipe is an indulgent - and necessary - addition to the French kitchen. French chocolate truffle recipe.
Blackberry Clafouti Recipe
This blackberry clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla custard dotted with fresh blackberries and orange zest. Blackberry custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux mures recipe.
This blackberry clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla custard dotted with fresh blackberries and orange zest. Blackberry custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux mures recipe.
Blueberry Quatre Quarts Cake Recipe
This blueberry quatre quarts cake, or blueberry pound cake, in which the ingredients are added in quarters, is enhanced with sweet dried blueberries and a touch of vanilla. French blueberry pound cake.
This blueberry quatre quarts cake, or blueberry pound cake, in which the ingredients are added in quarters, is enhanced with sweet dried blueberries and a touch of vanilla. French blueberry pound cake.
Blueberry Wine Coulis Recipe
This blueberry wine coulis recipe is a delicious sauce for any French dessert. Coulis with blueberry wine.
This blueberry wine coulis recipe is a delicious sauce for any French dessert. Coulis with blueberry wine.
Breton Butter Cake Recipe
This Breton butter cake recipe features a rich, yeast-risen cake made in the puff pastry method. Kouign amann.
This Breton butter cake recipe features a rich, yeast-risen cake made in the puff pastry method. Kouign amann.
Buche de Noel Recipe
This classic buche de noel recipe features vanilla and orange Genoise cake garnished with French chocolate buttercream and meringue mushrooms. Yule log recipe.
This classic buche de noel recipe features vanilla and orange Genoise cake garnished with French chocolate buttercream and meringue mushrooms. Yule log recipe.
Cafe Brulot Recipe
This café brulot recipe features cinnamon, cloves, citrus zest, brandy, and coffee. Coffee with spiced brandy.
This café brulot recipe features cinnamon, cloves, citrus zest, brandy, and coffee. Coffee with spiced brandy.
Calissons Recipe
This calissons recipe features the classic Provencal flavor combination of almond and fruit paste. Calissons d'Aix.
This calissons recipe features the classic Provencal flavor combination of almond and fruit paste. Calissons d'Aix.
Calissons With Meringue Recipe
This calissons with meringue recipe is a hard to find candy from the French Riviera. Almonds and a hint of melon accent the delicious, creamy nougat confection. French candy calissons.
This calissons with meringue recipe is a hard to find candy from the French Riviera. Almonds and a hint of melon accent the delicious, creamy nougat confection. French candy calissons.
Caramelized Apples Recipe
Try this caramelized apples recipe next time you need a fantastic French dessert in a hurry. Easy French caramelized apples.
Try this caramelized apples recipe next time you need a fantastic French dessert in a hurry. Easy French caramelized apples.
Cardamom Coffee Mousse Recipe
This cardamom coffee mousse recipe is a unique take on a classic French dessert. Elegant mousse with cardamom and coffee.
This cardamom coffee mousse recipe is a unique take on a classic French dessert. Elegant mousse with cardamom and coffee.
Catalan Cheese and Honey Dessert Recipe
This Catalan cheese and honey dessert recipe features a blend of soft cheese, honey and toasted walnuts.
This Catalan cheese and honey dessert recipe features a blend of soft cheese, honey and toasted walnuts.
Cherry Clafouti Recipe
This cherry clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla almond custard dotted with fresh dark cherries. Cherry custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux cerises.
This cherry clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla almond custard dotted with fresh dark cherries. Cherry custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux cerises.
Cherry Quatre Quarts Cake Recipe
This cherry quatre quarts cake, or cherry pound cake, in which the ingredients are added in quarters, is enhanced with sweet dried cherries and a touch of vanilla. French cherry pound cake.
This cherry quatre quarts cake, or cherry pound cake, in which the ingredients are added in quarters, is enhanced with sweet dried cherries and a touch of vanilla. French cherry pound cake.
Chocolate Eclairs Recipe
This chocolate éclairs recipe, for a classic French dessert, features basic choux pastry, vanilla pastry cream, and semisweet chocolate glaze. French Eclairs with chocolate glaze.
This chocolate éclairs recipe, for a classic French dessert, features basic choux pastry, vanilla pastry cream, and semisweet chocolate glaze. French Eclairs with chocolate glaze.
Chocolate Mousse Recipe
This chocolate mousse recipe is a classic French dessert. French mousse with chocolate.
This chocolate mousse recipe is a classic French dessert. French mousse with chocolate.
Chocolate Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe
This rich chocolate pistachio ice cream recipe features silky chocolate slivers and crunchy pistachios. French ice cream with chocolate and pistachio.
This rich chocolate pistachio ice cream recipe features silky chocolate slivers and crunchy pistachios. French ice cream with chocolate and pistachio.
Chocolate Rice Pudding Recipe
This chocolate rice pudding recipe features milk, sugar, and rice gently cooked into a creamy pudding and mixed with dark chocolate. Riz au chocolat.
This chocolate rice pudding recipe features milk, sugar, and rice gently cooked into a creamy pudding and mixed with dark chocolate. Riz au chocolat.
Chocolate Tart Recipe
This easy chocolate tart recipe features cream, semi-sweet chocolate, and sweet pastry. Tarte au chocolat.
This easy chocolate tart recipe features cream, semi-sweet chocolate, and sweet pastry. Tarte au chocolat.
Chocolate Torte with Blueberry Wine Coulis Recipe
This chocolate torte with blueberry wine coulis recipe is a unique version of a classic French dessert. French chocolate torte with blueberries.
This chocolate torte with blueberry wine coulis recipe is a unique version of a classic French dessert. French chocolate torte with blueberries.
Coffee Almond Profiteroles Recipe
Profiteroles, or cream puffs, are delicate, versatile desserts that can be adorned with myriad fillings. This coffee almond profiteroles recipe uses rich coffee ice cream and toasted almonds for a unique filling. Profiteroles with coffee and toasted almonds.
Profiteroles, or cream puffs, are delicate, versatile desserts that can be adorned with myriad fillings. This coffee almond profiteroles recipe uses rich coffee ice cream and toasted almonds for a unique filling. Profiteroles with coffee and toasted almonds.
Corsican Mendiant au Chocolat Blanc Recipe
This Corsican Mendiant au Chocolate Blanc recipe makes petite white chocolate disks studded with dried fruits and nuts. Amusingly, their name means beggars and they are a French candy similar to American chocolate bark. French white chocolate mendiants, or beggars.
This Corsican Mendiant au Chocolate Blanc recipe makes petite white chocolate disks studded with dried fruits and nuts. Amusingly, their name means beggars and they are a French candy similar to American chocolate bark. French white chocolate mendiants, or beggars.
Cranberry Quatre Quarts Cake Recipe
This cranberry quatre quarts cake, or cranberry pound cake, in which the ingredients are added in quarters, is enhanced with sweet dried cranberries and a touch of vanilla. French Canadian cranberry pound cake.
This cranberry quatre quarts cake, or cranberry pound cake, in which the ingredients are added in quarters, is enhanced with sweet dried cranberries and a touch of vanilla. French Canadian cranberry pound cake.
Creamy Yogurt with Honey Recipe
This creamy yogurt and honey recipe features thick yogurt and honey. It’s a nutritious, simple, and delicious dessert. French yogurt and honey dessert.
This creamy yogurt and honey recipe features thick yogurt and honey. It’s a nutritious, simple, and delicious dessert. French yogurt and honey dessert.
Crème au Caramel Recipe
This crème au caramel recipe features vanilla custard and homemade caramel sauce. Custard with caramel.
This crème au caramel recipe features vanilla custard and homemade caramel sauce. Custard with caramel.
Croquembouche Recipe
This croquembouche recipe for a traditional French wedding cake features vanilla cream-filled profiteroles dipped in handmade caramel. Learn how to make croquembouche.
This croquembouche recipe for a traditional French wedding cake features vanilla cream-filled profiteroles dipped in handmade caramel. Learn how to make croquembouche.
Dessert Tart Recipes
These tart recipes are easy to make when you need an elegant dessert. Easily customized with different fillings and pastry, they are the ultimate treat for special gatherings.
These tart recipes are easy to make when you need an elegant dessert. Easily customized with different fillings and pastry, they are the ultimate treat for special gatherings.
Figs Sauternes Recipe
This figs Sauternes recipe features figs poached in wine syrup - a sophisticated French dessert. It tastes out of this world with a slice of toasted poundcake or served over ice cream. French dessert with figs and Sauternes.
This figs Sauternes recipe features figs poached in wine syrup - a sophisticated French dessert. It tastes out of this world with a slice of toasted poundcake or served over ice cream. French dessert with figs and Sauternes.
Fig Tart Recipe
This easy fig tart recipe features figs, port, and blackberry jam. Tarte aux figues.
This easy fig tart recipe features figs, port, and blackberry jam. Tarte aux figues.
French Hot Chocolate Recipe
Try this French hot chocolate recipe next time you need a delicious warm-up. Hot chocolate recipe with melted chocolate, water, milk, and whipped cream.
Try this French hot chocolate recipe next time you need a delicious warm-up. Hot chocolate recipe with melted chocolate, water, milk, and whipped cream.
Glace au Pain d'Epices Recipe
This simple glace au pain d'epices recipe is a Burgundy classic, perfect for serving after a special meal. Spice Bread Ice Cream from Burgundy.
This simple glace au pain d'epices recipe is a Burgundy classic, perfect for serving after a special meal. Spice Bread Ice Cream from Burgundy.
Grand Marnier Truffles Recipe
This rich Grand Marnier truffles recipe features semisweet chocolate, Grand Marnier, and orange zest. Dark chocolate truffles with Grand Marnier.
This rich Grand Marnier truffles recipe features semisweet chocolate, Grand Marnier, and orange zest. Dark chocolate truffles with Grand Marnier.
Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Try this easy recipe for hazelnut chocolate mousse when you need a dessert to impress guests. Chocolate mousse with hazelnuts.
Try this easy recipe for hazelnut chocolate mousse when you need a dessert to impress guests. Chocolate mousse with hazelnuts.
Honeyed Fruit Salad Recipe
Celebrate Bastille Day like you're in France with this fresh honeyed fruit salad recipe. French salad with fruit.
Celebrate Bastille Day like you're in France with this fresh honeyed fruit salad recipe. French salad with fruit.
Honey Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe
This honey vanilla ice cream recipe features vanilla beans, cream, milk, and honey. Glacé au miel.
This honey vanilla ice cream recipe features vanilla beans, cream, milk, and honey. Glacé au miel.
Individual Chocolate Souffles Recipe
Although individual souffles have the reputation of being hard to work with, this French chocolate souffle recipe is easy enough for a beginner. Serve this impressive French dessert at a dinner party. Individual chocolate souffles.
Although individual souffles have the reputation of being hard to work with, this French chocolate souffle recipe is easy enough for a beginner. Serve this impressive French dessert at a dinner party. Individual chocolate souffles.
King Cake Recipe
This king cake recipe features sweet dough, cream cheese filling, and yellow, green, and purple sugar. New Orleans king cake recipe. Kings cake.
This king cake recipe features sweet dough, cream cheese filling, and yellow, green, and purple sugar. New Orleans king cake recipe. Kings cake.
Kirsch-Baked Apricots Recipe
This warm Kirsch-baked apricots recipe features fresh apricots sprinkled with kirsch, and is a local delicacy from Alsace. Apricot dessert recipe from France.
This warm Kirsch-baked apricots recipe features fresh apricots sprinkled with kirsch, and is a local delicacy from Alsace. Apricot dessert recipe from France.
Lemon Cream Tartlet Recipe
This lemon cream tartlets recipe features pate sucree, lemon pastry cream, and sweetened whipped cream. Lemon cream tartlets.
This lemon cream tartlets recipe features pate sucree, lemon pastry cream, and sweetened whipped cream. Lemon cream tartlets.
Lemon Tart Recipe
This easy lemon tart recipe features lemons, crème fraiche, and sweet pastry. Tarte au citron.
This easy lemon tart recipe features lemons, crème fraiche, and sweet pastry. Tarte au citron.
Maple Cream Truffles Recipe
This maple cream truffles recipe features pure maple syrup, cream, and dark chocolate. Chocolate truffles with maple cream filling.
This maple cream truffles recipe features pure maple syrup, cream, and dark chocolate. Chocolate truffles with maple cream filling.
Maple Nun's Farts Recipe
This maple nun's farts recipe is a casual French-Canadian creation made from pastry dough, butter, and maple sugar. Pets de nonne.
This maple nun's farts recipe is a casual French-Canadian creation made from pastry dough, butter, and maple sugar. Pets de nonne.
Maple Pumpkin Pie Recipe
This maple pumpkin pie recipe features spices, pumpkin puree, pure maple syrup, and heavy cream. Pumpkin maple syrup recipe.
This maple pumpkin pie recipe features spices, pumpkin puree, pure maple syrup, and heavy cream. Pumpkin maple syrup recipe.
Millas Recipe
This millas recipe features a simple cornmeal and water paste; cooked, chilled, and then fried. Broye recipe.
This millas recipe features a simple cornmeal and water paste; cooked, chilled, and then fried. Broye recipe.
Montelimar Style Nougat Recipe
This Montelimar style nougat recipe features homemade honey nougat studded with almonds and pistachios. White nougat recipe. Nougat blanc.
This Montelimar style nougat recipe features homemade honey nougat studded with almonds and pistachios. White nougat recipe. Nougat blanc.
Nectarine Clafouti Recipe
This nectarine clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla custard dotted with fresh nectarines. Nectarine custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux nectarines.
This nectarine clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla custard dotted with fresh nectarines. Nectarine custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux nectarines.
Nectarine Tart Recipe
This nectarine tart recipe features pastry, vanilla custard, and fresh nectarines. Fresh nectarine tart with custard.
This nectarine tart recipe features pastry, vanilla custard, and fresh nectarines. Fresh nectarine tart with custard.
Nougat Noir Recipe - Almond Honey Brittle
This nougat noir is from an old French recipe for a crunchy, nut-studded brittle. It features two varieties of honey and toasted almonds. Almond honey brittle.
This nougat noir is from an old French recipe for a crunchy, nut-studded brittle. It features two varieties of honey and toasted almonds. Almond honey brittle.
Orangettes Recipe- Candied Orange Peel Dipped in Chocolate
This orangettes recipe features homemade candied orange peel dipped in dark chocolate. Orangette recipe.
This orangettes recipe features homemade candied orange peel dipped in dark chocolate. Orangette recipe.
Pear Clafouti Recipe
This pear clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla custard dotted with fresh pears and nutmeg. Pear custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux poires recipe.
This pear clafouti recipe features homemade vanilla custard dotted with fresh pears and nutmeg. Pear custard cake recipe. Clafouti aux poires recipe.
Pears Belle Helene Recipe
Cinnamon-spiked caramel sauce as a poaching liquid lends rich flavor to this fresh pears belle helene recipe. French pears belle helene with cinnamon caramel and chocolate sauce.
Cinnamon-spiked caramel sauce as a poaching liquid lends rich flavor to this fresh pears belle helene recipe. French pears belle helene with cinnamon caramel and chocolate sauce.
Pear Tarte Tatin Recipe
This pear tarte Tatin recipe features pears, caramel, honey, lemon zest, and nutmeg. Tarte Tatin with spiced pears.
This pear tarte Tatin recipe features pears, caramel, honey, lemon zest, and nutmeg. Tarte Tatin with spiced pears.
Peches Melba Recipe
This Peches Melba recipe features sunny peaches and tart raspberries, ladled over vanilla ice cream. French Peach Melba dessert recipe.
This Peches Melba recipe features sunny peaches and tart raspberries, ladled over vanilla ice cream. French Peach Melba dessert recipe.
Pets de Nonne Recipe
This pets de nonne recipe features fried choux fritters and confectioners’ sugar. Classic pets de nonne.
This pets de nonne recipe features fried choux fritters and confectioners’ sugar. Classic pets de nonne.
Poached Pears in White Wine Recipe
This poached pears in white wine recipe features fresh pears, white wine, sugar, and spices. Poached pears in spiced wine syrup.
This poached pears in white wine recipe features fresh pears, white wine, sugar, and spices. Poached pears in spiced wine syrup.
Prune Tart Recipe
This easy prune tart recipe features prunes, cinnamon, and vanilla. Tarte aux pruneaux.
This easy prune tart recipe features prunes, cinnamon, and vanilla. Tarte aux pruneaux.
Pumpkin Mousse Recipe
This pumpkin mousse recipe is a classic French dessert. French mousse with pumpkin.
This pumpkin mousse recipe is a classic French dessert. French mousse with pumpkin.
Raspberry Bottereaux Recipe
This raspberry bottereaux recipe features fried sweet pastry filled with raspberry jam. Raspberry-filled pastries.
This raspberry bottereaux recipe features fried sweet pastry filled with raspberry jam. Raspberry-filled pastries.
Raspberry White Chocolate Mousse Recipe
This raspberry white chocolate mousse recipe is a fresh twist on a classic French dessert. French mousse with raspberry and white chocolate.
This raspberry white chocolate mousse recipe is a fresh twist on a classic French dessert. French mousse with raspberry and white chocolate.
Raspberries with Balsamic Glaze Recipe
This raspberries with balsamic glaze recipe features fresh raspberries with a crushed berry and balsamic vinegar glaze. Balsamic glazed raspberries.
This raspberries with balsamic glaze recipe features fresh raspberries with a crushed berry and balsamic vinegar glaze. Balsamic glazed raspberries.
Rich Chocolate Torte Recipe
This rich chocolate torte recipe features semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa, and espresso powder. French chocolate torte.
This rich chocolate torte recipe features semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa, and espresso powder. French chocolate torte.
Rum Baba Recipe
This rum baba recipe features sweet, citrus-scented cakes soaked in vanilla rum syrup. Babas au rhum recipe.
This rum baba recipe features sweet, citrus-scented cakes soaked in vanilla rum syrup. Babas au rhum recipe.
Rye Honey Cake Recipe
This rye honey cake recipe features honey, rye flour, and aromatic, sweet spices. It is very similar to a classic pain d’epices. Couque recipe.
This rye honey cake recipe features honey, rye flour, and aromatic, sweet spices. It is very similar to a classic pain d’epices. Couque recipe.
Sautéed Apples Recipe
This sautéed apples recipe features butter, apples, and Calvados. Sautéed apples with Calvados.
This sautéed apples recipe features butter, apples, and Calvados. Sautéed apples with Calvados.
Strawberry Bottereaux Recipe
This strawberry bottereaux recipe features fried sweet pastry filled with strawberry jam. Strawberry-filled pastries.
This strawberry bottereaux recipe features fried sweet pastry filled with strawberry jam. Strawberry-filled pastries.