In recognition of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games that run from July 26 through August 11 in Paris, we present to you these winning pastries.  Olympic Medal Arlettes We transformed the timeless French palmier into the elegant arlette, a shape reminiscent of a champion’s medal. While arlettes usually feature cinnamon, which tends to darken their hue, we embraced […] The post The Sweet Taste of Victory: Our Recipes to Celebrate the 2024 Summer Olympic Games first appeared on Bake from Scratch ..read more

Mille-feuille is a classic French pastry that translates to “a thousand sheets.” It’s a traditional French dessert composed of three layers of puff pastry, which we filled with luscious crème mousseline and adorned with sweetened whipped cream and berries to reflect the colors of the French flag. By using quick rough puff pastry and baking the dough between two baking sheets, we achieve the perfect flatness required to assemble those iconic layers to get you to your finish line in record-breaking time. Print French Flag Mille-Feuilles Makes 12 pastries Ingredients Filling: 1½ cups (360 gram ..read more

Apricot tarts, known as oreillettes des l’abricots in French, traditionally feature puff pastry filled with crème pâtissière. However, our twist on the classic substitutes puff pastry with brioche dough and replaces crème pâtissière with frangipane, presenting a novel approach to the classic French pastry. The term “oreillette” translates to “tab” or “flap,” which precisely describes the method to fold the pastry. Print Gold Medal Apricot Brioche Tarts Makes 18 tarts Ingredients Dough: ½ cup (120 grams) warm whole milk (110°F/43°C to 115°F/46°C) 3¼ teaspoons (10 grams) active ..read more

Savor the elegance of these crisp, delicate meringue nests, also known as vacherins. Each nest is filled with airy diplomat cream (crème diplomat in French), a delightful blend of pastry cream (crème pâtissière) and unsweetened whipped cream. This captivating dessert offers a visually stunning presentation, as each filled nest is crowned with fresh fruit in the same colors of the Olympic rings. Print Olympic Ring Meringue Nests Makes about 8 meringues Ingredients Meringue: 4 large egg whites (120 grams), room temperature ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar ¾ cup (150 grams) granulated suga ..read more

Did you know there are more than 500 varieties of mango? With tasting notes that range from coconut-like to sweet-tart and even to those that are reminiscent of Champagne, the mango is the baker’s flavor-packed secret. We roasted ours with a honey-orange mixture to add notes of caramel and citrus and then alternated the fruit with a light cream cheese base to create stunning layers. Print Roasted Mangoes and Cream Pie Makes 1 (9-inch) deep-dish pie Ingredients 4 cups (630 grams) ½-inch-chopped peeled fresh mango (about 3 medium mangoes) 1 tablespoon (21 grams) honey 1 tablespoon (15 grams ..read more

By Amber Wilson Nothing quite embodies summer like a peach—the precious, blushing summertime jewels, gently scented with floral notes kissed with vanilla, the heavy weight of the orb filled with nectar, and the promise of endless, languorous summer days. My fondest memory of a peach will forever be in the form of a peach pie I made one June afternoon. The pie was shared with loved ones as we sprawled out on the grass. We devoured it straight from the glass pie plate while watching the sun set. All that was needed to accompany the pie was a small jar of softly whipped cream, so soft it gently f ..read more

Semifreddo, which translates to “half cold” or “half frozen,” is an elegant dessert that differs from ice cream in that it has a semifrozen texture, as its name implies. Our recipe achieves its ethereal texture by delicately folding a frothy egg mixture into a billowing bowl of whipped cream and stashing it away in the freezer until it’s time to serve. The result is a light and luxurious mousse-like consistency, perfect for enjoying on a hot summer day. Once made, it can be frozen for several weeks if tightly wrapped, making it an ideal make-ahead dessert for dinner parties or a spontaneous ..read more

Sometimes you crave something but want to take the easy way out—that was the case here. Our Editor-in-Chief, Brian Hart Hoffman, took the traditional petit four recipe and made a single loaf that’s filled and glazed just like the originals but without the longer process to assemble and decorate. This laid-back version is great to slice and enjoy with a cup of coffee of tea. Print Petit Four Loaf Cake Makes 1 (9x5-inch) cake Ingredients 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened 1¾ cups (350 grams) granulated sugar 4 large eggs (200 grams), room temperature ¾ teaspoon (3 grams) almond extr ..read more

Happy National Cherry Day! These little ruby red gems are more than just a delicious summer snack—they’re a baker’s dream come true! From fluffy cakes bursting with fresh fruit to decadent tarts brimming with cherries, there’s a cherry recipe out there for every taste bud. Get ready to bake your way to cherry heaven! We’ve compiled a list of 12 incredible cherry bakes, from quick breads to show-stopping desserts. Cherry-Almond Bakewell Tart A Bakewell tart is a classic British dessert named after the Derbyshire town of Bakewell. This irresistible treat is traditionally made with raspberry jam ..read more

Buttery brioche gets soused in a rich, almondy custard studded with ruby-hued cherries and almonds and is served alongside a bright cherry sauce to drizzle onto the bread pudding. Prepare this the night before for the most effortless and delectable summertime brunch. Print Cherry-Almond Bread Pudding Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients 6 large eggs (300 grams), room temperature 2 cups (480 grams) heavy whipping cream ¾ cup (150 grams) plus 2 tablespoons (24 grams) granulated sugar, divided ½ cup (120 grams) whole milk 1 teaspoon (4 grams) vanilla extract ½ teaspoon (1.5 grams) kosher salt ..read more