Dessert Recipes

The little plastic tombstone had a crack running through the word “RIP.” My daughter handed it to me like it was a sacred relic, her … Read more

That first crack through the pomegranate—the sharp, clean snap that releases a tiny spray of jewel-red arils—still takes me straight to my grandmother’s kitchen, circa … Read more

My niece looked up from the plate, a pretzel rod sticking out of her mouth like she’d just grown a long, bony finger, and mumbled … Read more

My niece showed up at my door two Halloweens ago, costume already on, carrying a bag of Oreos and a block of cream cheese. “Auntie, … Read more

I want to make Halloween treats but I don’t want to turn on my oven. That’s literally the thought that started this whole thing. It’s … Read more

October was just starting to show its teeth, a real chill in the air that made the kitchen the only place worth being. The sun … Read more

The entire loaf was gone before dinner. I’d sliced off one piece to “test” it around 3 p.m., and by the time my husband got … Read more

Browned butter splattering across the stove while I frantically chopped apples that were definitely past their prime. That’s how this whole thing started. I had … Read more

I had been looking for a dessert dip that actually delivered on its promise. You know the ones I mean—the kind that looks incredible on … Read more

My husband took a bite of this maple pumpkin chocolate chip loaf, stopped mid-chew, and just looked at me. Not in a dramatic way, not … Read more