Tag Archives: chocolate

Feb

Valentine’s Chocolate Ruffle Cake

[I'm re-posting last year's Valentine's chocolate ruffle cake recipe since it was such a hit. If you didn't try it then, I hope you'll try it now! It's worth the effort... a labor of love for sure.] If this isn’t … Continue reading →

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Dec

Chocolate Honey Caramel Cookies

Is there any part of the title of this post that sounds in any way unappealing? Chocolate? Honey? Caramel? Cookies? If there is anyone on this planet who does not like any one of those four words, please make yourself … Continue reading →

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Nov

T-day Minus 1: Chocolate Souffles

So this is the chocolate souffle recipe you’ve all been waiting for, the one I used for the mini-pilot I filmed with Johlt Productions last week. It’s a bit more like a flourless chocolate cake than a souffle though. It … Continue reading →

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May

Chocolate Raspberry Torte

Here’s some happy news to brighten your day: It’s berry season! Raspberries, in particular, are looking plump and juicy right about now. Which is why I love to use them as the finishing touch on this showcase dessert. What we … Continue reading →

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Aug

Caramel Almond Chocolate Cream Pie

This chocolate cream pie has a surprise layer of rich, sweet caramel at the bottom. Roasted almonds add a candy bar-like crunch. Prepare the crust: 6 ounces Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers (about 2/3 package)4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter2 ounces bittersweet … Continue reading →

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