Desserts

Baked Banana Split

A Perfect Dessert, Even In Winter! Also Can Be Grilled!Difficulty: EasyPrep Time: 15 minutesCooking Time: 16 minutes Ingredients3 bananas2 heaping tbsp brown sugar2 tbsp butter, melted3/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 tsp vanilla extractpinch of saltvanilla ice creammaraschino cherries Cooking ToolsSheet panSmall mixing bowlFoil  DirectionsPreheat oven to 400 Degrees F.  Create 2 boats out of foil.  Peel and slice bananas …

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Butterfinger Caramel Popcorn

Snack Time! Anytime! Especially Movie Time!Difficulty: EasyPrep Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 15 minutes Ingredients1 bag natural microwave popcorn1 cup Butterfinger Bits1 cup chocolate chips1 cup sugar1/2 cup water1/2 cup heavy cream1 tsp butter Cooking ToolsDouble broilerParchment lined sheet panSmall saucepanMicrowave  DirectionsMicrowave popcorn according to box directions.  Place popped corn on the parchment lined sheet pan.  In a small …

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Pumpkin Mousse

Rich, Creamy & Decadent! You Don’t Have To Wait For The Holidays !Difficulty: EasyPrep Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: No cooking required Ingredients 2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 small can of sweetened pumpkin pie filling 8  gingerbread man cookies, crushed 2 tbsp butter, melted 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk Cooking Tools Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl …

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Strawberry Napoleons With Chantilly Cream

A Few Simple Ingredients, Makes A Magical Dessert!Difficulty: EasyPrep Time: 40 minutesCooking Time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients4 cups strawberries, sliced1 cup white sugar2 tbsp raw sugar1 package puff pastry dough, thawed1 pint heavy whipping cream1 vanilla bean1 tsp vanilla extract3/4 cup powdered sugar Cooking Tools 2 large mixing bowlsParchment lined sheet panHand mixer DirectionsPreheat oven to 400 Degrees F.  …

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Coconut Custard

Tropical Flavors of South East Asia!Difficulty: EasyPrep Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: 35-40 minutes Ingredients4 eggs6 tbsp light brown sugar1 cup coconut milk1 tsp vanilla extractconfectioners sugar for dusting1/2 cup fresh berries for garnishBoiling water Cooking ToolsLarge roasting panOvenproof ramekins or small mason jarsMixing bowl DirectionsPreheat oven to 300 Degrees F.  In a mixing bowl, add; eggs and sugar …

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Salty Pecan Caramel Panna Cotta

Salty, Sweet, Creamy And Crunchy!Difficulty: EasyPrep Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 35 minutesCooling Time: 4-5 hours Ingredients2 cups heavy cream1 cup milk1 packet gelatin3/4 cup sugar1 vanilla bean pulpwhipped creambasil leaves, garnish Cooking Tools2 medium saucepansDessert bowl  Directions Pour cream, sugar and vanilla bean pulp into a saucepan and cook on simmer until sugar has dissolved. In a bowl, dissolve …

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Fruity Ricotta Creams

This Dessert Is Quite Irresistible!Difficulty: EasyPrep Time: 30 minutesCooking Time: No cooking required Ingredients2 cups smooth Ricotta cheese3 heaping tbsp confectioners sugarpinch of nutmegzest of one orange2 tbsp Cointreau (orange liqueur), optional1/4 cup fresh strawberries, quartered1/4 cup fresh kiwi, diced1/4 cup fresh mangoes, diced1/4 cup fresh blackberries1/4 cup fresh blueberries1/4 cup fresh raspberries + garnish1/4 cup almond, slices1/4 …

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Pots De Creme

For The Chocolate Lovers!Difficulty: EasyPrep Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 1 hour Ingredients 1 tbsp instant coffee2 cups milk1/3 cup sugar1 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips2 tsp vanilla extract7 egg yolkswhipped cream for garnish Cooking Tools Large roasting pan8 ramekins DirectionsPreheat oven to 325 Degrees F.  In a sauce pan and medium heat; add milk, sugar and instant coffee, …

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Cannoli Parfait

Difficulty: Easy Prep Time: 3-4 hours Cooking Time: no cooking required Ingredients4 cups ricotta cheese1 cup mascarpone cheesefreshly grated nutmeg to taste1 cup powdered sugar1 1/2 cups mini chocolate chips1 cup of sliced almonds1 cup chopped pistachios1/2 tsp vanilla extractmini cannoli shells ( 1 dozen to a box) Cooking Tools Small mixing bowl Piping bag 6 Martini glasses …

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