Desserts and Sweets Pleasure

One of the important aspects of innovation in dessert recipes is expanding the flavor horizons in tart creation. The new ingredients, techniques or flavor combinations refresh traditional delicacies such as pies and explore new dimensions of culinary pleasure.

Furthermore, innovations in dessert and cocktail recipes can positively impact individuals on an emotional level. Preparing sweets (for example: fruit salad) is often a therapeutic activity that provides relaxation and pleasure. Creating something delicious and beautiful, such as ice cream, can be a source of satisfaction and confidence. Plus, sharing new candy with family and friends can strengthen bonds and create lasting memories.

Moreover, innovation in dessert recipes can also impact human health. Using fresh, natural ingredients and reducing the amount of sugar and fat can create a healthier version of your favorite treats. This allows people to indulge in sweet treats (such as puddings) without guilt or fear for their health.

——————————————–

Here you can, also, find new recipes for various needs:

4-step meals

Meal ideas for the workweek

3-10 min meals

10-30 min meals

Handcrafted delights for 2

New recipes for all seasons

New desserts and sweets

The best of national cuisines

Transforming scarp into delights

Birthday Cake For Kids

Famous traditional cuisines

——————————

---

dessert

Blueberry Lavender Frozen Yogurt Bark

12/19/2024

Servings: 6       Total Time: 3 hrs 10 mins       Difficulty: Beginner

Jump To Recipe         Print Recipe

Refreshing blueberry lavender yogurt bark treat

Blueberry Lavender Frozen Yogurt Bark is a refreshing dessert featuring creamy yogurt, blueberries and a hint of lavender. Spread the yogurt on a baking sheet, sprinkle with blueberries and freeze until set.

Jump To Recipe 

——————————-

breakfast   brunch   dessert   snack

Peanut Butter Banana Sushi Rolls

12/19/2024

Servings: 2       Total Time: 10 mins       Difficulty: Beginner

Jump To Recipe         Print Recipe

Delicious bite-sized treat perfect for quick snacks

Peanut Butter Banana Sushi Rolls are a simple, fun snack. Peanut butter and banana slices are rolled into tortillas, then sliced into sushi-like rounds for easy serving.

Jump To Recipe

————————-

dessert

Pistachio Honey Baklava Cups

12/20/2024

Servings: 4       Total Time: 22 mins       Difficulty: Beginner

Jump To Recipe      Print Recipe

Delicious pistachio honey baklava dessert cups

Pistachio Honey Baklava Cups are a quick dessert featuring crispy phyllo pastry filled with pistachios, honey and butter. Assemble, bake briefly and enjoy in just 15 minutes.

Jump To Recipe

———————

—————————–

Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 180
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 18g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe of avocados
• 1/4 cup of cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup of maple syrup
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Scoop avocado flesh into a blender.
2. Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract and salt.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Serve chilled.

——————————————–

Coconut Matcha Popsicles

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 160
• Fat: 14g
• Carbs: 9g
• Protein: 2g

Ingredients:

• 1 can (14 oz) of coconut milk
• 2 tbsp of matcha powder
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Whisk coconut milk, matcha powder, honey and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Pour into popsicle molds.
3. Freeze until solid.

——————————————–

Peanut Butter Banana Sushi Rolls

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas
• 2 tbsp of peanut butter
• 2 whole wheat tortillas
• 1 tbsp of honey (optional)
• Chopped nuts (optional)

Directions:

1. Spread peanut butter evenly over tortillas.
2. Place bananas on one edge of each tortilla and roll tightly.
3. Slice into sushi-sized pieces.
4. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
5. Serve chilled.

——————————————–

Mango Coconut Chia Pudding

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 22g
• Protein: 4g

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango
• 1 can (14 oz) of coconut milk
• 1/4 cup of chia seeds
• 2 tbsp of honey

Directions:

1. Blend mango until smooth.
2. Mix mango puree, coconut milk, chia seeds and honey in a bowl.
3. Refrigerate overnight or until set.
4. Serve topped with fresh mango slices.

——————————————–

Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 0.5g
• Carbs: 31g
• Protein: 1g

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe pineapple, sliced
• 2 tbsp of brown sugar
• 1 tsp of ground cinnamon
• Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
3. Sprinkle mixture over pineapple slices.
4. Grill pineapple for 2-3 minutes per side, until grill marks appear.
5. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

——————————————–

Blueberry Almond Energy Bites

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 17g
• Protein: 4g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of rolled oats
• 1/2 cup of almond butter
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1/4 cup of dried blueberries
• 1/4 cup of chopped almonds

Directions:

1. Combine oats, almond butter and honey.
2. Fold in dried blueberries and chopped almonds.
3. Roll the mixture into small balls.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

——————————————–

Lemon Lavender Short Bread Cookies

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 180
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 16g
• Protein: 2g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp of culinary lavender

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
3. Stir in flour, lemon zest and culinary lavender until dough forms.
4. Roll out the dough and cut into desired shapes.
5. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
6. Let cool before serving.

——————————————–

Chocolate Quinoa Crunch Bars

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 180
• Fat: 9g
• Carbs: 21g
• Protein: 5g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup of almond butter
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1/4 cup of cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup of dark chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Combine cooked quinoa, almond butter, honey and cocoa powder.
2. Fold in dark chocolate chips.
3. Press the mixture into a lined baking dish.
4. Refrigerate until set, then cut into bars.

——————————————–

Strawberry Basil Frozen Yogurt

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 130
• Fat: 0.5g
• Carbs: 26g
• Protein: 6g

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of frozen strawberries
• 1 cup of yogurt
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 2 tbsp of fresh basil leaves

Directions:

1. Blend frozen strawberries, yogurt, honey and basil until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container.
3. Freeze until firm, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve garnished with fresh basil leaves.

——————————————–

Spiced Carrot Cake Truffles

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 10g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of shredded carrots
• 1 cup of almond flour
• 1/4 cup of maple syrup
• 1 tsp of cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp of nutmeg
• 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup of shredded coconut (for coating)

Directions:

1. Mix shredded carrots, almond flour, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg and chopped walnuts until well combined.
2. Roll the mixture into small truffle-sized balls.
3. Roll each truffle in shredded coconut until coated.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

——————————————–

Matcha Pistachio Bliss Balls 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 9g
• Carbs: 15g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of rolled oats
• 1/2 cup of pistachios
• 2 tbsp of matcha powder
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1/4 cup of coconut oil
• Shredded coconut (for coating)

Directions:

1. Blend rolled oats, pistachios, matcha powder, honey and coconut oil until a dough forms.
2. Roll the dough into small balls.
3. Roll each ball in shredded coconut until coated.
4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

——————————————–

Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake Bites 

Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus soaking time)
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 10g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of cashews (soaked overnight)
• 1/4 cup of coconut cream
• 2 tbsp of lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp of maple syrup
• Fresh raspberries (for topping)

Directions:

1. Combine soaked cashews, coconut cream, lemon juice, lemon zest and maple syrup until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into mini muffin cups.
3. Top each with a fresh raspberry.
4. Freeze for 2 hours, then transfer to the refrigerator until ready to serve.

——————————————–

Pineapple Coconut Ice Cream Cups 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 160
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 15g
• Protein: 2g

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of diced pineapple
• 1 can (14 oz) of coconut milk
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• Crushed graham crackers (for garnish)

Directions:

1. Blend diced pineapple, coconut milk, honey and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into silicone muffin cups.
3. Freeze for 4 hours or until firm.
4. Sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top before serving.

——————————————–

Chocolate Coconut Chickpea Brownies

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 140
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 15g
• Protein: 4g

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1/4 cup of cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup of coconut sugar
• 1/4 cup of almond butter
• 1/4 cup of shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup of dark chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Blend chickpeas, cocoa powder, coconut sugar and almond butter until smooth.
3. Stir in shredded coconut and dark chocolate chips.
4. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.
6. Let cool before slicing into squares.

——————————————–

Blueberry Lavender Frozen Yogurt Bark 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 90
• Fat: 0.5g
• Carbs: 15g
• Protein: 8g

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of yogurt
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1 cup of fresh blueberries
• 1 tbsp of culinary lavender

Directions:

1. Mix yogurt and honey until well combined.
2. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Sprinkle fresh blueberries and culinary lavender on top.
4. Freeze for 2-3 hours or until firm.
5. Break into pieces before serving.

——————————————–

Coconut Lime Energy Bites

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 110
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 10g
• Protein: 2g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup of cashews
• Zest and juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 cup of dates (pitted)
• 1 tbsp of coconut oil

Directions:

1. Blend shredded coconut, cashews, lime zest, lime juice, dates and coconut oil until the mixture sticks.
2. Roll the mixture into small balls.
3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

——————————————–

Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Cookies 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 2g
• Carbs: 24g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup of almond flour
• 1/4 cup of maple syrup
• 1 tsp of cinnamon
• 1/4 cup of raisins

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix cooked quinoa, applesauce, almond flour, maple syrup, cinnamon and raisins until well combined.
3. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
5. Let cool before serving.

——————————————–

Mango Coconut Ice Cream Pie 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 280
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 28g
• Protein: 2g

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe mangoes, diced
• 1 can (14 oz) of coconut milk
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Directions:

1. Blend mangoes, coconut milk and honey until smooth.
2. Pour mixture into pie crust.
3. Freeze for 4 hours or until set.
4. Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.

——————————————–

Lemon Rosemary Olive Oil Cake 

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 16g
• Carbs: 40g
• Protein: 5g

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 cup of sugar
• 3/4 cup of olive oil
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 2 tbsp of fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup of plain yogurt
• 2 tsp of baking powder
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, lemon zest and rosemary.
3. In another bowl, beat eggs, olive oil and yogurt until well combined.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until smooth.
5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

——————————————–

Pistachio Cardamom Rice Pudding 

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 280
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 45g
• Protein: 8g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of Arborio rice
• 4 cups of milk
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/4 cup of chopped pistachios
• 1 tsp of ground cardamom
• Rose petals for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. In a saucepan, combine rice, milk and sugar.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens.
3. Stir in chopped pistachios and ground cardamom.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
5. Garnish with rose petals if desired.

——————————————–

Spiced Chocolate Beet Brownies 

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 200
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 25g
• Protein: 5g

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of cooked and pureed beets
• 1/2 cup of cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup of almond flour
• 1/2 cup of honey
• 1/4 cup of coconut oil, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• 1 tsp of ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp of ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper
• Pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Combine beet puree, cocoa powder, almond flour, honey, melted coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, spices and salt.
3. Mix until well combined.
4. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6. Let cool before slicing into squares.

——————————————–

Caramelized Pear and Brie Galette 

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 35g
• Protein: 8g

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pie crust
• 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup of brown sugar
• 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts
• 4 oz of Brie cheese, sliced
• 1 tbsp of honey
• Fresh thyme leaves for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the pie crust on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Arrange pear slices in the center of the crust, leaving a border around the edges.
4. Sprinkle brown sugar and chopped walnuts over the pears.
5. Place Brie slices on top.
6. Fold the edges of the crust over the filling, pleating as needed.
7. Drizzle honey over the pears and Brie.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving.

——————————————–

Coconut Lime Rice Krispie Treats 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 180
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 30g
• Protein: 2g

Ingredients:

• 6 cups of rice krispies cereal
• 1 bag (10 oz) of marshmallows
• 1/4 cup of coconut oil
• Zest of 2 limes
• 1/2 cup of shredded coconut

Directions:

1. In a large pot, melt coconut oil over low heat.
2. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
3. Remove from heat and stir in lime zest and rice krispies cereal until well coated.
4. Press the mixture into a greased baking dish.
5. Sprinkle shredded coconut over the top and gently press down.
6. Let cool before cutting into squares.

——————————————–

Raspberry Lemonade Sorbet 

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 0.5g
• Carbs: 31g
• Protein: 1g

Ingredients:

• 3 cups of fresh raspberries
• 1/2 cup of lemon juice
• 1/2 cup of honey
• Zest of 1 lemon

Directions:

1. Blend raspberries, lemon juice and honey until smooth.
2. Stir in lemon zest.
3. Pour mixture into a shallow dish and freeze until set.
4. Scoop and serve.

——————————————–

Raspberry Rose Eclairs

Prep Time: 20 minutes          Total Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 280
• Fat: 16g
• Carbs: 32g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of raspberry jam
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
• 4 eclairs
• Edible rose petals for garnish

Directions:

1. Fill eclairs with raspberry jam.
2. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
3. Pipe whipped cream onto the filled eclairs.
4. Garnish with edible rose petals.
5. Serve immediately.

——————————————–

Cardamom Orange Blossom Panna Cotta 

Prep Time: 10 minutes          Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 220
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 20g
• Protein: 2g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 1 tsp of ground cardamom
• Zest of 1 orange
• 2 tsp of gelatin powder
• 1/4 cup of water

Directions:

1. Heat heavy cream, sugar, cardamom and orange zest until sugar dissolves.
2. Mix gelatin powder with water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
3. Stir bloomed gelatin into the cream mixture until fully dissolved.
4. Pour into serving glasses.
5. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
6. Serve chilled.

——————————————–

Matcha White Chocolate Mochi Balls 

Prep Time: 20 minutes          Total Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 240
• Fat: 4g
• Carbs: 50g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of glutinous rice flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp matcha powder
• 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
• 2/3 cup water
• Cornstarch for dusting

Directions:

1. Mix glutinous rice flour, sugar and matcha powder in a bowl.
2. Stir in water gradually until a dough forms.
3. Divide dough into small balls and flatten each.
4. Place a white chocolate chip in the center of each flattened ball and seal.
5. Roll each ball in cornstarch to prevent sticking.
6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a firmer texture.

——————————————–

Coconut Lime Mousse Parfait 

Prep Time: 15 minutes          Total Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 280
• Fat: 22g
• Carbs: 20g
• Protein: 2g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of coconut cream
• Zest and juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup of shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup of whipped cream
• Lime slices for garnish

Directions:

1. Whip coconut cream, lime zest, lime juice and powdered sugar until fluffy.
2. Layer coconut-lime mousse and whipped cream in serving glasses.
3. Top with shredded coconut.
4. Garnish with lime slices.
5. Serve chilled.

——————————————–