Best Dessert Recipes by Chef's Pencil (2024)

Meringue kisses are among the simplest sweet treats to prepare, requiring only a few basic ingredients. Whether enjoyed on their own or with assorted fillings, they never fail to captivate...

These red velvet cupcakes are famous for their velvety texture, captivating color, and irresistibly smooth cream cheese frosting. They offer a delightful blend and an elegant, irresistible presentation. Like all...

Cinnamon buns! Fluffy, flavored and sweet, they are perfect for serving with a strong coffee on chilly Sundays spent at home. In Sweden and Finland, October 4 has been a...

Syrniki are traditional Russian and Ukrainian pancakes made from quark cheese (similar to cottage cheese), eggs, flour, and sugar. They are often fried until golden brown and served as a...

If you ask me, this Greek custard cake is a summer hit. Tasty, quick to make, and super good looking, this dish needs to be tried. Give it a go....

Rhubarb frangipane tart is a rustic dish originating from France. It has a puff pastry base, sour-ish rhubarb, a delicate almond flavor, and a final touch of aromatic natural honey....

Easter bunnies made with puff pastry filled with Nutella make a delicious dessert idea that the children absolutely adore! I told the kids I was going to prepare a surprise...

Flaounes (singular: flaouna) are traditional Cypriot pastries typically enjoyed during Easter. They are made with a rich yeast dough filled with halloumi along with mint, honey, raisins and spices such...

Lets dive into the flavors of Crete with a traditional recipe for Kalitsounia, also known as Lixnarakia . These delightful little pastries are a hallmark of Cretan cuisine, offering a...

In this recipe, we’ll show you how to create adorable chick and bunny cupcakes that are sure to bring joy to your Easter celebration. These charming treats are not only...

This Easter, remember to whip up some scrumptious egg-shaped filled cookies, perfect for children and adults alike. Related:Koulourakia – Greek Easter CookiesRelated: Fogatsa (Sweet Easter Bread from Corfu)Related: Italian Easter...

Fogatsa, a beloved sweat Easter bread, originates from the Greek island of Corfu. With a history of Venetian rule spanning several centuries, Corfu’s culinary traditions bear the imprint of Venetian...

Halva is one of those quintessential Turkish treats that you have to try at least once. Besides water, it only requires four simple ingredients and it’s simply delicious. Check out...

Şekerpare are traditional Turkish cookies that are soaked in a sweet syrup flavored with lemon. They can be made with or without almonds – and this traditional recipe by Chef...

When it comes to desserts, we don’t hold back on the love we pour into them for our loved ones. And this vegan cheesecake recipe is no exception! You can...

This is a show-stopper cake that is perfect for birthday parties, holidays and other celebrations. It not only looks great, but it’s also super delicious. The base is super easy...

When it comes to cookies, preferences vary, but this list of European cookies caters to so many tastes that it’s hard not to find a favorite. Soft, crunchy, fruity, flaky...

This is a timeless recipe of a famous Greek chocolate cake that was all the rage in the 60′, 70’s and 80’s. While the recipe is old, the Serano cake...

This blackcurrant sponge cake is the perfect treat for lazy Sundays, when you want something sweet but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. The cake is light and...

These chocolate cupcakes with vanilla cream are a decadent treat that’s perfect for any occasion. The rich chocolate base is a perfect match with the smooth and creamy vanilla frosting....

Greek Chef Giorgos Tsoulis shows you how to make a great traditional syrupy cake called revani (or ravani) that comes from the area of Veria in the northern part of...

Chef Giorgos Tsoulis presents the most amazing, super delicious, crunchy, light and aromatic Galaktoboureko, a delicious Greek custard pie and one of the most popular Greek desserts. Each bite fills...

Imagine the delicious, traditional melomakarona in a rich chololate ganache coating – that’s what you’re getting with this amazing recipe by Greek celebrity Chef Giorgos Tsoulis. Related:10 Delicious Greek Cookies...

Kourabiedes are one of the most popular Greek cookies and they are unmissable from the Christmas table. They could be described as almond snowball cookies since they contain almond flakes,...