A bittersweet little something to set out after even the swankiest of dinner parties, these candied citrus strips smothered in chocolate boast a velvety zing.
Caribbean Rum Truffles
Apr 27, 2008 by
Rum, chocolate, honey, and butter. You’ll be glad you made a big batch when you start to see how quickly they disappear.
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Mocha-Hazelnut Truffles
Apr 27, 2008 by
Espresso and Frangelico flavor these creamy white chocolate truffles.
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Chocolate Mint Crème Brûlée
Nov 24, 2007 by
This chocolaty, velvety-smooth, bourbon-spiked dessert custard bathes your mouth with pure pleasure. A hint if mint makes it even more intriguing.
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Soft Caramels
Oct 30, 2007 by
Soft, creamy, easy-peasy, foolproof caramels wrapped in wax paper for gift-giving are certain to earn you heaps of loot from grateful giftees.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Oct 27, 2007 by
These treats share the flavors and textures as Reese’s peanut butter cups, but their pedigree makes them a candidate for a dessert plate or for a hostess gift.
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Chocolate Pecan Caramel Torte
Oct 21, 2007 by
Satisfy your cravings for chocolate with this rich, dense torte filled with a layer of caramel and pecans and topped with caramel sauce. Decadent.
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Chocolate Marble Cake
Oct 18, 2007 by
Chocolate and vanilla cake batter are swirled together for a delightful look and interested taste. Serve it as Bocuse suggests: with his vanilla custard sauce.
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Brownie Swirl Cheesecake
Sep 27, 2007 by
The highlight of this cheesecake is its chocolate brownie crust and squares of brownies baked into the cake. On top is a swirl of bittersweet chocolate.
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Chile-Spiked Chocolate Cakes
Aug 21, 2007 by
These chocolate cakes get their kick from chipotle peppers and are served with either a cinnamon custard or a tomatillo sauce.
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Bittersweet Citrus Tart with Jasmine Cream
Jun 17, 2007 by
Subtle citrus notes in this dark-chocolate tart come from pink grapefruit and blood orange zest. Jasmine tea-infused cream adds an exotic touch.
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Malted Milk Ball Sundae
May 27, 2007 by
Fresh hot fudge sauce, old-timey malted milk balls, and fresh ice cream come together in a wallop of a sundae that will bring you back to your childhood.
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Black and White Chocolate Cake with Crème Anglaise
Apr 22, 2007 by
Layers of delicate ladyfingers alternate with espresso-and-liqueur laced chocolate mousse. Drizzled over scoops of the cake is a lovely vanilla custard cream.
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Chocolate-Mayonnaise Cupcakes with Caramel-Butterscotch Buttercream Frosting
Apr 21, 2007 by
These chocolate cupcakes are rich and deeply chocolaty, and the caramel-butterscotch buttercream is, well, need we have to describe it? Utterly divine.
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Chocolate-Rum Savarin
Apr 21, 2007 by
Rich and tender, this yeast leavened cake is moistened by a good soaking of rum syrup and frosted with gianduja cream. No savarin mold? A Bundt pan will do.
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Chocolate-Filled Phyllo Triangles
Jan 27, 2007 by
These triangles are like a crunchy pain au chocolat, with phyllo replacing the yeasted dough. Dab a little raspberry jam on top of the chocolate before folding.
Chocolate French Mousse Cake
Jan 01, 2007 by
This fudge-like mousse cake pushes the opulence barometer right to the edge. A cinnamon nut crust holds a 1 1/2 pounds of bittersweet chocolate mousse.
Cranberry-Orange Cheesecake with Chocolate Crust
Nov 10, 2006 by
Sweetly tart cranberries make an unexpected yet inspired match for this rich, creamy, vanilla-inflected, perfect-for-fall cheesecake. Bye bye, pumpkin pie.
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Milk Chocolate-Wafer and Chai-Ice Cream Dots
Aug 27, 2006 by
A frozen version of your favorite chai drink. It’s flavored with black tea, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon. On top and bottom are discs of chocolate.