No need to have a stand mixer or bulging biceps to make this maple-y, nutty fudge from scratch. We’ve got ways to beat it into submission that suit any cook and kitchen.
Baklava
Apr 24, 2004 by
Impossibly thin sheets of phyllo, or filo, are layered between a filling of sugar, honey, ground walnuts, cinnamon, and butter. What could be more irresistible?
Pecan and Carrot Cake Roll
Apr 23, 2004 by
A sheet of carrot cake filled is slathered with cream cheese frosting, sprinkled with candied pecans, then rolled up, jelly-roll style. A new twist.
Almond Cake with Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote
Apr 19, 2004 by
A gorgeous dessert, this almond cake has a rich, buttery flavor and toasted almond topping. Serve with strawberry-rhubarb compote or seasonal fruit.
Walnut and Raisin Coffee Cake
Apr 15, 2004 by
Ciambella is a delicious Italian coffee cake filled with plump raisins and toasted walnuts and spiked with marsala or rum. Goes great with a glass of wine.
Sweet Pumpkin with Walnuts
Oct 26, 2003 by
An inspired, dessert-friendly riff on winter squash roasted with maple. Whipped cream, anyone?
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Pistachio Gelato
Aug 10, 2003 by
An ethereally creamy, subtly sweet pistachio gelato that derives its pure flavor from nothing more than the essentials.
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Honey Walnut Cake
Jul 15, 2003 by
Easy enough for everyday yet sufficiently elegant for anytime you need a little oomph, this honey-inflected walnut cake never disappoints. Ever.
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Three-Layer Walnut Torte with Whipped Cream
Jul 02, 2003 by
Want oohs and aahs at the table? Here’s your answer. Three layers of impossibly light and airy walnut cake. You’re welcome.
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Hazelnut Sandwich Cookies
Apr 23, 2003 by
Simplicity personified. Nutella or your favorite jam is sandwiched between two cream cheese-hazelnut shortbread cookies. Dunk them in milk or a cup of coffee.
Coconut Kisses
Apr 23, 2003 by
These bite-size homemade candy bars made with coconut, dipped in bittersweet chocolate, and rolled in nuts will have you singing for almond joy.
Pecan Torte with Bourbon Whipped Cream
Apr 23, 2003 by
This almost flourless pecan torte is rich with pecans, eggs, and sugar. On top is a dollop of bourbon-spiked whipped cream. The torte is great with coffee.
Pecan Shortbread
Apr 23, 2001 by
Elegant, nutty shortbread, crowned with pecan halves, is baked the traditional Scottish way, in a round pan, then cut into wedges. Perfect for a tea party.
Almond and Walnut Macaroons
Apr 23, 2001 by
Almond and walnut meal give these macaroons a deep nutty flavor, pairing perfectly with strong coffee. Easy to make, these cookies keep for two weeks.
Red Pepper-Pomegranate Molasses-and-Walnut Dip
Apr 16, 2000 by
Not as famous as hummus or baba ghanoush, this Mediterranean dip is just as delicious. Serve at room temperature with kabobs or crisp pita triangles.
Hazelnut and Almond Dacquoise
Apr 21, 1995 by
For this dacquoise cake, crunchy-chewy discs of hazelnut-almond meringue are sandwiched between layers of coffee butter cream frosting. An elegant cake.