WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Our scrumptious Almond Flour Banana Bread Recipe is bursting with banana flavor and moist texture, and it takes just 20 minutes to prepare. We took our Best-Ever Banana Bread recipe and gave it a clever tweak, so now gluten-free bakers can also enjoy our fan-favorite banana bread.  This recipe contains our amazingly versatile Easy Almond Flour Baking Mix that mimics the texture, structure, and properties of wheat flour. Plus, this banana bread has my secret ingredient: rolled oats! Oats make this banana bread incredibly soft and moist. It’s heavenly spread wi ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Classic Austrian Sacher Torte is world-famous and beloved by millions because it is outrageously delicious! Chocolate sponge cake (a torte is a rich cake) is layered with apricot jam and enrobed in a lusciously thick chocolate-butter glaze. This is a grown-up chocolate cake: rich and boldly chocolatey but not gooey or overly sweet (with a prep time of only 40 minutes!) Apricot and chocolate, a traditional Eastern European pairing, play off each other superbly—the sweet-tart fruit taste accents the rich, slightly bitter chocolate flavor. Don’t let its imposing ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS Q&A: After two decades immersed in the world of confectionery delights and honing my skills as a pastry chef, alongside a deep-seated love for crafting delectable cakes, I’ve gathered a wealth of knowledge of cake-baking questions. With a global community of cake enthusiasts who share our passion, we have compiled this Cake Q&A which is enriched with extensive insights and expertise in the realm of cake baking. With so much information gathered over the years, we have created the internet’s most thorough documents that will help you make ice cream, cookies, cheesec ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Our Baba au Rhum Recipe (Classic Rum Baba) is an iconic, indulgent treat. This sweet and boozy Paris classic has a wonderfully moist texture, rich, sophisticated flavor, and vintage charm. Plus, because it’s a dessert you make ahead, it’s perfect for a party! Egg-enriched dough made with yeast creates delectably brioche-like cakes that are light but substantial enough to soak up the syrup. An indulgent spiced blend of rum, butter, honey, and sugar makes a smooth, warmly spicy syrup with an irresistible caramel note. We love our cookies and brownies at Bigger ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Our No-Knead Focaccia with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary is a no-fuss recipe for chewy, springy, intensely flavorful focaccia with just 20 minutes of prep time!  With our no knead focaccia recipe, you simply have to mix the dough with a spoon. Jammy, buttery baked garlic and aromatic rosemary give this tangy focaccia its authentic Mediterranean deliciousness. Because you roast the garlic and prepare the dough ahead of time, this is an ideal party recipe. Simply pop the focaccia in the oven before your guests arrive and welcome them with the irresistible aroma o ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: This Irish Whiskey Caramel Sauce Recipe gives you a luscious deep, dark caramel topping elevated by the kick of Irish spirit.  If you’re looking for an ice cream syrup with the ideal level of sweetness and a little scrumptious sophistication, you’ll adore this caramel sauce. It’s perfect for an adult ice cream sundae, or a dreamy finishing touch for cakes, pies, or puddings.  I’m proud to say there’s a connection to the much-loved O’Driscolls Irish Whiskey used in this apple crisp recipe and in this lovely O’Driscolls Irish Whiskey Cake. My cousin, Michae ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Learn How to Make Chocolate Pastry and master the beautifully tender, deliciously crumbly dark chocolate shortcrust pastry that will elevate your desserts. This crust takes only 15 minutes to make and delivers deep chocolate flavor, not to mention gorgeous rich color! The high butter-to-flour ratio makes this crust tender and crumbly, unlike a flaky pie crust. The cocoa powder helps absorb moisture, contributing to the tender, crumbly texture. This pastry’s melt-in-your-mouth texture, rich chocolate bar flavor, and dramatic color make it a delectable and beautifu ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Our celebratory Traditional Italian Easter Bread (Pane di Pasqua) will delight with its enriched, brioche-like, lightly sweet dough and spring-perfect colorfully dyed eggs. It will be the star of your Easter dinner or any celebration! This eggy bread undergoes a two-stage fermentation process that adds complexity and flavor. Orange and anise give the Pane di Pasqua brightness and a delightful aroma. Dyed raw eggs are placed on top and cooked along with the bread. A generous drizzle of glossy orange glaze is the irresistible final touch.  Easter is a big reli ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Carrot Cake Cheesecake Roll is our most unique and mouthwatering take on carrot cake yet!  A layer of moist carrot cake and a layer of tangy cheesecake are baked together and then carefully rolled to make a doubly delicious treat. You get perfectly complementary flavors in every forkful. Sweet, subtly spicy carrot cake is a traditional and perfect match for mild, tangy cheesecake. In a cake roll, you get the textural balance of carrot cake’s tender crumb and cheesecake’s velvety richness in every forkful. And don’t be intimidated! We’ll show you how to roll u ..read more

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE: Heavenly Nutella Cheesecake elevates the traditional creamy, tangy dessert with the addition of deep chocolate and rich nutty flavor. This mouthwatering confection hits the perfect spot between elegance and over-the-top decadence. Irresistible chocolate hazelnut spread is whipped into the cream cheese batter, and the cheesecake is topped with a thick coating of rich ganache. A luscious chocolate crumb crust grounds the cheesecake in a buttery, crunchy cocoa layer. Cheesecake is a dessert loved by millions: its creamy sweetness and range of flavors make it a guara ..read more