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Catalan Cinnamon Crème Brûlée

Catalan Cinnamon Crème Brûlée

Jun 22, 2009 3 Comments by  
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Smooth, rich, and creamy, this Spanish custard is shot through with cinnamon, lemon, and nutmeg. The burnt sugar topping adds a bit of bittersweetness.

Cherry Risotto Crème Brûlée

Cherry Risotto Crème Brûlée

Jun 22, 2009 1 Comment by  
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At heart, this custard is a rice pudding, but here it’s given the creme brulee treat. Studding it with dried cherries puts it into a luxe dessert category.

Turkish Coffee Creams

Turkish Coffee Creams

Jun 08, 2009 Leave a Comment by  
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Similar to coffee custards or pots de creme, these little cups filled with cardamom-scented Turkish coffee pudding are an elegant ending to a Turkish meal.

Creamy Caramel Mousse

Creamy Caramel Mousse

May 01, 2009 10 Comments by  
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This dessert has just about everything you could want in caramel mousse recipe–a rich, deep, lasting caramel flavor and a velvety, creamy texture.

Rice Pudding and Mango Parfait

Rice Pudding and Mango Parfait

Apr 20, 2009 1 Comment by  
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This Indian rice pudding recipe isn’t only tasty but has a very striking presentation. The bright yellow mango against the white rice is stunning.

Portuguese Tea Flan

Portuguese Tea Flan

Apr 18, 2009 7 Comments by  
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Creamy custard is shot through with tea flavor for an unusual take on the classic Portuguese flan. A caramel top gives the dessert its depth and sweetness.

Blueberry Clafoutis

Blueberry Clafoutis

Apr 14, 2009 1 Comment by  
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Clafoutis are the perfect light ending to a heavy meal. Serve this custardy dessert while still warm. Overloaded with berries, they’re seriously moist.

Chocolate-Cherry Bread Pudding

Chocolate-Cherry Bread Pudding

Jan 15, 2009 Leave a Comment by  
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Buttery, airy croissants are at the heart of this dessert, which is laced with the flavor of dark, bittersweet chocolate and dried cherries.

Barefoot Contessa Fresh Lemon Mousse

Barefoot Contessa Fresh Lemon Mousse

Nov 24, 2008 Leave a Comment by  
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Lots of fresh lemon juice and lemon zest are added to the ethereally light and super smooth dessert mousse to give it a zip of flavor.

Tibetan Apple and Honey Rice Pudding

Tibetan Apple and Honey Rice Pudding

Oct 01, 2008 Leave a Comment by  
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This rice pudding, based on those served in Tibet, is speckled with dried apples and flavored with clover honey. Golden raisins are a welcome addition.

Raspberry Fool

Raspberry Fool

Sep 25, 2008 1 Comment by  
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Pureed and strained raspberries give this luxurious whipped dessert a gorgeous pink color and a lovely tanginess to balance the sweet yogurt-cream base.

Pumpkin Trifles

Pumpkin Trifles

Sep 25, 2008 Leave a Comment by  
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Store-bought pumpkin bread is layered with vanilla pudding, pumpkin butter, and caramel sauce for a fast, easy, delicious dessert in minutes.

Banana Pudding

Banana Pudding

Jul 16, 2008 Leave a Comment by  
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This homey dessert, straight from the South, consists of layers of bananas, vanilla wafers, and pudding all topped with a pillow of toasted meringue.

Chocolate Budino Tartlets with Sea Salt and Olive Oil

Chocolate Budino Tartlets with Sea Salt and Olive Oil

Jul 04, 2008 Leave a Comment by  
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For this dessert, chocolate crusts cradle a creamy chocolate custard filling that’s garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkling of sea salt.

Cherry-Vanilla Brioche Pudding with Maple-Star Anise Ice Cream

Cherry-Vanilla Brioche Pudding with Maple-Star Anise Ice Cream

Apr 24, 2008 Leave a Comment by  
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This bread pudding a refined affair that uses brioche and a custardy sauce, called creme Anglaise. On the side is a maple-and-licorice-flavored ice cream.

Chocolate Mint Crème Brûlée

Chocolate Mint Crème Brûlée

Nov 24, 2007 Leave a Comment by  
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This chocolaty, velvety-smooth, bourbon-spiked dessert custard bathes your mouth with pure pleasure. A hint if mint makes it even more intriguing.

Cappuccino Cheesecake

Cappuccino Cheesecake

Jul 04, 2007 Leave a Comment by  
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A completely satisfying dessert, this cheesecake recipe combines the coffee and cream flavors of a morning cappuccino with bittersweet chocolate.

Bittersweet Citrus Tart with Jasmine Cream

Bittersweet Citrus Tart with Jasmine Cream

Jun 17, 2007 Leave a Comment by  
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Subtle citrus notes in this dark-chocolate tart come from pink grapefruit and blood orange zest. Jasmine tea-infused cream adds an exotic touch.

Key Lime Little Fellas

Key Lime Little Fellas

Jun 10, 2007 Leave a Comment by  
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Small, creamy cupcakes filled with the sweet-tart flavor of key limes are topped with a swirl of lime whipped cream. These are great for parties or birthdays.

Lemon Poached Pears with Lemon Cream

Lemon Poached Pears with Lemon Cream

Apr 27, 2007 Leave a Comment by  
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These pears are poached long enough to absorb the lemon-y liquid, giving them a tender and buttery texture. Bosc pears hold their shape best when cooked.