Baking and Dessert

Baking and Dessert

Flourless Chocolate Cake – Rich and Simple

 

Flourless Chocolate Cake | Rich & Gluten-Free

A rich, dense chocolate cake with a smooth texture and no flour. Gluten-free and indulgent. This flourless chocolate cake is pure indulgence, offering a soft, fudgy texture and deep cocoa flavor. It is naturally gluten-free and simple to prepare.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 25 minutes
Temps total 40 minutes
Portions: 4
Type de plat: Dessert, Goûter
Cuisine: Américaine, Française, Italienne
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method

Ingrédients
  

  • 200 g dark chocolate chopped
  • 100 g butter
  • 100 g sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cocoa powder for dusting

Method
 

  1. Melt: Melt chocolate and butter; then cool slightly.
  2. Whisk: Next, whisk in sugar, vanilla, and eggs one at a time.
  3. Bake: Meanwhile, pour into a 20 cm pan and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25 minutes.
  4. Cool: Finally, cool before dusting with cocoa powder.
  5. Serve with whipped cream or berries. Perfect for gluten-free or elegant dinners. Flourless chocolate cake, gluten-free dessert, rich chocolate cake.
  6. You may also like: Banana Bread · Christmas Sugar Cookies
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Baking and Dessert, Seasonal and Holidays

Gingerbread Cookies – Classic Christmas Recipe

 

Gingerbread Cookies – Classic Christmas Recipe

Soft and warmly spiced gingerbread cookies, perfect for decorating and sharing during the holidays. These classic gingerbread cookies bring the cozy scent of cinnamon, ginger, and honey straight to your kitchen. Soft in the center and delicately crisp at the edges, they’re ideal for decorating with icing or enjoying plain with a warm drink. Perfect for Christmas or any festive moment, these cookies are as fun to make as they are delicious to eat.
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Temps de préparation 20 minutes
Temps de cuisson 10 minutes
Chill 30 minutes
Temps total 1 heure
Portions: 8
Type de plat: Dessert, Goûter
Cuisine: Américaine
Calories: 107
Ingredients Method

Ingrédients
  

  • 2 ¾ cups 350 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup 120 g butter, softened
  • ½ cup 100 g brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup 100 g honey or molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and creamy.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Then, mix in the honey (or molasses) and egg until smooth.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: Next, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Form dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
  5. Chill: Meanwhile, shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Cut and bake: Finally, preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Roll the dough on a floured surface, cut into shapes, and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until slightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
  7. Tips & Variations
  8. For a softer texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
  9. Add a pinch of nutmeg or clove for deeper spice flavor.
  10. Decorate with royal icing or colored sugar for festive charm.
  11. Nutritional Note
  12. These cookies offer warm holiday flavors with natural sweetness from honey and aromatic spices known for their antioxidant benefits.
  13. Conclusion
  14. Warm, spiced, and irresistibly festive, these gingerbread cookies are a joyful addition to your holiday baking. Whether decorated or plain, they bring the spirit of the season to every bite.
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Baking and Dessert, Quick and Easy

Banana Bread – Easy Baking for Family and Friends

 

Moist Banana Bread | Easy Homemade Baking

Soft, moist banana bread that’s rich in flavor and simple to bake. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat. This moist banana bread is the ultimate comfort bake — soft, rich, and bursting with banana flavor. It’s an easy recipe that turns overripe bananas into a golden, fragrant loaf that stays tender for days. Perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or a light dessert, this recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and fills your kitchen with a cozy homemade aroma.
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Temps de préparation 10 minutes
Temps de cuisson 45 minutes
Temps total 55 minutes
Portions: 8
Type de plat: Dessert, Goûter, Petit déjeuner
Cuisine: Américaine, Française
Calories: 248
Ingredients Method

Ingrédients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas mashed (about 1 ¼ cups / 300 g)
  • ¾ cup 150 g sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 6 tablespoons 3 oz / 80 g melted butter
  • 1 ⅔ cups 7 oz / 200 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C); then grease and line a loaf pan (9×5 in / 22×12 cm).
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Next, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Fold gently into the wet mixture — do not overmix.
  4. Bake: Meanwhile, pour the batter into the loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Cool and serve: Finally, let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a rack. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
  6. Tips & Variations
  7. Add ½ cup (75 g) of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for texture and richness.
  8. For a lighter version, replace half the butter with plain yogurt.
  9. This banana bread freezes beautifully — slice it first, then wrap tightly for easy defrosting.
  10. Nutritional Note
  11. Bananas provide natural sweetness, potassium, and fiber, while eggs add protein for a satisfying, balanced treat.
  12. Soft, tender, and full of flavor, this banana bread is proof that simple ingredients can create something extraordinary.
  13. Serve it plain, buttered, or with a drizzle of honey for an irresistible homemade favorite.
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Baking and Dessert, Quick and Easy

Pumpkin Pie – Homemade Dessert

 

Pumpkin Pie – Homemade Dessert

Pumpkin pie in a buttery crust. A timeless holiday dessert everyone enjoys.A traditional pumpkin pie featuring a velvety filling and a crisp, buttery crust. This classic dessert is the centerpiece of any festive table, combining the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cream.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 45 minutes
Temps total 1 heure
Portions: 8
Type de plat: Dessert
Cuisine: Américaine, Française
Calories: 215
Ingredients Method

Ingrédients
  

  • 1 pie crust unbaked
  • 400 g pumpkin purée
  • 3 large eggs
  • 180 ml heavy cream
  • 100 g sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F); then line a pie dish with the crust.
  2. Mix: Next, whisk together pumpkin purée, eggs, cream, sugar, and spices until smooth.
  3. Bake: Meanwhile, pour the filling into the crust and bake for 45 minutes, until the center is set.
  4. Cool: Finally, cool completely before serving. Add whipped cream if desired.
  5. This pie is best served chilled and keeps well in the refrigerator for up to three days. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners.
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Baking and Dessert

Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

 

Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

These festive cookies are a delightful blend of chewy gingerbread spice and a soft, sugary exterior. As they bake, the dough "crinkles," revealing a beautiful contrast between the dark, spicy cookie and the sweet powdered sugar coating. A Christmas classic with a fun, inviting texture! Gingerbread is synonymous with Christmas, crinkle cookies are popular, easy to make, and great for holiday cookie platters.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 15 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Type de plat: Dessert, Goûter, Petit déjeuner
Cuisine: Américaine, Française
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method

Ingrédients
  

  • 2 cups 240g all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup 113g unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup 100g packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup 60ml molasses (dark is best)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup 60g powdered sugar, for coating

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in molasses and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine & Chill: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be soft. Cover the bowl and chill the dough for at least 1-2 hours (or up to 24 hours) to firm up.
  4. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl.
  5. Roll & Coat: Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons. Roll each portion into a ball, then generously roll each ball in powdered sugar, ensuring it’s completely coated.
  6. Bake: Place coated dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft, allowing the crinkles to form.
  7. Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Baking and Dessert

    Trendy Spiced Cranberry & Orange Loaf Cake

     

    Trendy Spiced Cranberry & Orange Loaf Cake

    This isn't your grandma's dense fruitcake! This modern take is a moist, tender loaf cake bursting with festive flavors of tart cranberries, bright orange zest, and warming winter spices. Topped with a glistening orange glaze, it's elegant, easy to slice, and perfect for gifting or a holiday brunch. "Loaf cakes" are trendy, easy to make, transport well, and this flavor profile is fresh and festive without being overly heavy like traditional fruitcake.
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    Temps de préparation 15 minutes
    Temps de cuisson 55 minutes
    Temps total 1 heure 10 minutes
    Portions: 6
    Type de plat: Dessert, Goûter, Petit déjeuner
    Cuisine: Américaine, Française
    Calories: 150
    Ingredients Method

    Ingrédients
      

    • 1 ½ cups 190g all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup 113g unsalted butter, softened
    • ¾ cup 150g granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup 120ml buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
    • 1 cup 120g fresh or frozen cranberries
    • Zest of 1 orange
    • For the Orange Glaze:1 cup 120g powdered sugar
    • 2-3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
    • Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F 175°C. Grease and flour a 9×5 inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan.

    Method
     

    1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
    2. Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
    3. Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
    4. Fold In: Gently fold in the cranberries and orange zest.
    5. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
    6. Cool & Glaze: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, whisk powdered sugar and orange juice for the glaze. Pour glaze over the cooled cake. Slice and serve.
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