Cannoli Dip

If you ask me I'd vote cannoli, tiramisu, and gelato are top ranking for best Italian desserts.  But each can be time consuming to make. So what to do in a hurry? Make a super simple and fast cannoli dip instead and pair it with a variety of sweet crackers.

Or if you want to go all out pair it with the homemade cannoli chips like I've done here. They are from my cannoli shell recipe but you don't need any special forms. Instead the dough is just cut into bite size triangles and deep fried for that perfectly crisp finish.

It's an exciting and unique variation on traditional cannoli and equally just as delicious. Light and fluffy cannoli dip paired with crisp and flakey cannoli chips are a dream come true! It's a party fav an loved by people of all ages.

Easy S'mores Pie Recipe

Are you ready for a new favorite pie? With this dessert, you get all the classic s'mores flavors blended into a three-layered incredibly decadent pie that's served perfectly chilled and refreshing!

Usually, we all think of s'mores as a summer dessert, but thanks to this pie you can have a s'mores dessert any day of the year when the craving strikes. I love taking it to Thanksgiving dinner, because you definitely need some chocolate to compliment the pumpkin pie. Plus, this is an easy pie to make ahead of time and doesn't require the oven!

It begins with a simple homemade graham cracker base (I include a hint of salt to balance out the sweetness of the pie), then it's layered with a silky smooth chocolate filling that melts in your mouth, and topped with a meringue (the kind that will remind you of fluffy marshmallows).

And last but not least—it's toasted to a stunning golden brown finish with a culinary torch!

The only difficult part of making this pie is waiting to dive in. There may just be a slice missing when you take it to the party, it's just too irresistible!

Easy Homemade Apple Galette

Some of you may be asking what is a galette anyway? A galette, which translates to "flat cake," can be various types of free form, flat or round French pastries. In English it is pronounced "gah-let."

This variation is what I would call an easier alternative to a classic pie. It is basically the humbler, more rustic version of apple pie yet it transcends expectations and is a treat for the eyes with it's thin slices, browned edges and pleasing circular pattern.

You'll appreciate that there's nothing too fancy and complicated, just an old fashioned, made-by-hand method to achieve the dreamiest fall dessert!

Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for the most enjoyable pairing and sublime flavor!

Just imagine it, a crisp and flaky, truly unbeatable crust finished with a crunchy coarse sugar. Then blanketed over are tender, lightly tart, warmly cinnamon spiced apples. And it's all crowned with rich, creamy, sweet vanilla ice cream.

Talk about tempting! If only it could pass for a decent breakfast I'd be eating it everyday.

Looking for more cannoli inspired desserts? Try these flavors in my cannoli cupcakes, dip, cheater cones, ice cream, cream puffs, and bite size treats!

These cannoli taste just like the best ones I've gotten at Italian bakeries! They have the perfect combination of flavors and textures.

The cannoli shells are perfectly tender and flaky, like a flake away in your mouth kind of texture.

The ricotta cannoli filling is rich and deliciously sweetened, and those little flecks of mini dark chocolate chips swirled throughout just amp up that already immensely satisfying flavor.

But if you still want to boost flavor you can add extra cinnamon, orange zest, maraschino cherries, or vanilla to the filling. And optionally finish by dipping ends in crunchy pistachios.

Don't be scared away by the number of steps in this recipe, the first time will likely go slow but once you get the hang of it these cannoli will become a breeze to prepare. And they may even become a new holiday or party tradition!

These delectable Italian delicacies are truly worth learning to make!

Watch the Cannoli Video!

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An Easy Breakfast Pastries Recipe

Let's be honest, what's the real reason we all love the holidays? I think many of us could say it's all about the food!

Holidays only come about 10 times a year so it's fun to have a day of splurging with delicious treats like so.

Though these may appear just fit for Valentines day this heart shaped, tender and flaky puff pastry breakfast is sure to put a smile on anyones face any day of the year! They are great for making in the summer when all the fresh fruit is in season too.

And since these begin with store-bought puff pastry they are easy to prepare. And who could resist that cream cheese strawberry combo?

The Perfect Churro Recipe

We've all had those churros, the kind that come in a long uniform straight form, that were previously fried, frozen then reheated and they're sitting there for hours next to the hot pretzels. Every now and then you'll come across one that's okay, but most of the time no thanks.

That's because I've had real churros and nothing compares. Fresh homemade churros are the best out there!

I've decided these need to be a new tradition for family parties. I made these earlier this week for the blog then a few days later made them again for a family party and you would not believe how quickly they disappeared! Definitely faster then I could fry them.

And everyone was begging for me to make a second batch! That included my brother who couldn't care less about dessert and lots of picky eating kids. Everyone wanted more.

They can seem a little intimidating if you've never made them before but they really are a breeze to make. Simple ingredients, straight forward method and I've shared the steps and tips below so you can make a perfect batch too!

(Note that pictured in the photo above is nearly two batches)

Watch the Churros Video!

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I'm already planning out the next time I get to make and indulge in these tempting treats again! I'm thinking Memorial Day or July 4th and probably, most definitely breakfast tomorrow. It just seems right. I'll just add extra fruit to feel better about things :). Make them soon, everyone will love these!

The dough for these may be a little sticky to work with, so with that said if you are worried about it you can cut back the cream 1 Tbsp or you can go for it and be willing to work with a slightly sticky dough because in the end it will yield a moister scone.

I thought these sweet, mellow scones paired perfectly with a vibrant, tart cup of Hibiscus tea. That's only how I ate the first one then after that I was just snarfing them down all day, so elegant and ladylike right :)?

These scones are brimming with vanilla bean seeds, as in so many my mom told me she thought they were poppy seeds from the photos. I was happy to see how much my mom loved them! She hasn't been eating many sweets as of late because she's on a low sugar diet (just out of choice not health reasons), but I just kept watching her reach for one after another as we were sitting there talking. It's definitely easy to lose track of how many of these you've eaten. They are a little smaller than the traditional scone (not quite as tiny as Starbucks) so that helped me feel a little better about it when I began to lose count. Try them soon, you'll love them too!

Peanut Butter Fruit Dip Snack Time

It's that time of year again when kids are headed back to school, and many of you are looking for healthy school lunch snacks or after-school treats. This dip isn't just great for kids though, this is a delicious dip that both young and old will love.

This dip makes healthy eating seem awesome (because yes, it can be when done right). It's creamy and sweet yet at the same time, it is made with good-for-you ingredients. And if you're a yogurt eater, you will likely even have all the ingredients stocked in your kitchen now.

With yogurt and peanut butter, you're getting some filling protein—and you can try a more protein-rich option like Greek yogurt or mixing in vanilla protein powder.

Kid-Friendly Fruit Dip Recipe

You are going to love how incredibly easy it is to make! It only takes 3 simple ingredients and less than 2 minutes to prep. All you need is a bowl, a whisk (or fork even), and a little bit of muscle. The simple fruit dip ingredients and the easy preparation make this the perfect recipe to make with your kids. Even a toddler could help you stir together yogurt and peanut butter!

Ways to Enjoy Peanut Butter Fruit Dip

We love to pair this fruit dip with, well, fruit obviously! Apples, bananas, and strawberries are our favorite fruits to dip into this peanut butter spread, but choose your favorite fruits to try. This peanut butter dip is also delicious with graham crackers, pretzels, Biscoff, and other simple cookies. You may even want to spread it on toast for a yummy, healthy breakfast!

Enjoy!

Other Fruit Dips to Try:

• Chocolate Fruit Dip
• Two Ingredient Fruit Dip
• Lemon Cream Fruit Dip 
• Nutella Cheesecake Dip
• S'mores Dip