A rich, deep caramel flavor and a velvety, creamy texture. There isn’t much else you could possibly want from a mousse.
Rice Pudding and Mango Parfait
This Indian rice pudding isn’t only tasty but has a very striking presentation. The bright yellow mango against the white rice is stunning.
From Paris, With Love
Dorie Greenspan, baker, cookbook author, and Paris resident outlines a romantic tour de eating fo lovers of all things French for Valentine’s Day.
Chocolate-Peppermint Toffee
The creaminess of the crunchy toffee is accentuated by the crisp coat of smooth tempered chocolate. Package these in a lovely tin for a beautiful, tasty gift.
Pumpkin Trifles
Pumpkin bread—homemade or store-bought—is layered with vanilla pudding, pumpkin butter, and caramel sauce.
Brown-Bag Apple Pie
This pie, baked in a paper bag in the grill, is filled with apples and topped with brown sugar streusel. Impress guests by ripping open the bag at the table.
Sally’s Coconut Macaroons
From the folks at The Splendid Table, these sophisticated coconut macaroons are simply mounds of sweetened coconut toasted to perfection.
Darkness on the Delta
A deep, dark-as-night, fudgy-as-heck, bittersweet cake that’s a deserving dessert for any dinner party. Chocoholics, you’re welcome.
Rhubarb with Berries and Candied Ginger
A cinch to make. The rhubarb lends tartness, the berries sweetness, and the ginger some sweet heat.
Frozen Lemon Meringue Pie
This is a cool spin on the classic lemon pie. A sorbet-ice cream filling stands in for the usual custard and the whole pie gets popped in the freezer.