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About this French Lemon Tart Ingredients in French Lemon Tart filling How to make the Lemon Tart filling My step by step method that works every time Lemon Tart decoration suggestions Simple toppings that look like you tried really hard What to serve with Lemon Tart My go to pairings […]
Going for canele authenticity – using copper molds What you will need for the classic setup Coating canele molds with beeswax and butter mix My easy beeswax ratio Techniques How to Scald Milk How Long Should Canel Batter Rest? Common Questions A sweet little wrap up before you bake Traditional […]
Easy Palmiers Recipe Ingredients and what you will need Step by step directions How to Make Elephant Ears The Best Puff Pastry for Making Palmiers? Variations How to Freeze Palmiers Common Questions Can I make palmiers without flipping them? Why did my palmiers turn out chewy? How thick should I […]
What Are Profiteroles? Why This Recipe Works The simple tricks that make a big difference How to Make Profiteroles Sweet and Savory Fillings for Profiteroles My favorite sweet filling ideas Storage and Make Ahead Tips How I store each part Common Questions A sweet little final push to try them […]
Understanding the History of Cherry Clafoutis Key Ingredients for a Perfect Clafoutis What you will need Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Cherry Clafoutis Directions Tips for Variations and Substitutes Storing and Reheating Cherry Clafoutis Common Questions Do I have to pit the cherries? Why is my clafoutis rubbery? Can I make […]
Why this recipe works The components of homemade eclairs What you will need Step by step directions (the way I actually do it) Pro tips and troubleshooting for eclairs Quick fixes for common problems What fillings to use for eclairs My final expert tips Common Questions A sweet little pep […]
What are Madeleines? Why You'll Love This Recipe Ingredients Needed How to Make Madeleines Step by step directions Tiny troubleshooting that saves the day Variations Easy flavor ideas Common Questions Do I really need to chill the batter? Can I make the batter ahead of time? What if I do […]
Why you will love this recipe: What Is A Mousse? How To Make Mousse Au Chocolat (French Chocolate Mousse) Ingredients you will need Step by step directions Substitutions & Variations Storage and Leftovers + Repurposing Common Questions A sweet little final note before you grab a spoon Easy French Chocolate […]
What Is Tarte Tatin? Recipe Testing Tarte Tatin: What Works and What Doesn't My biggest wins (do these) My biggest flops (skip these) Start With a Quality Pastry Crust Ingredients You Need Best Pears to Use in Tarte Tatin My go to pear picks Common Questions A Sweet Finish and […]
What is a French Macaron? Overview of Ingredients in French Macarons Macaron shell ingredients Essential Tools for Macarons Step-By-Step Guide on How to Make French Macarons Step 1: Prep your pans and ingredients Step 2: Sift the dry mix Step 3: Whip the egg whites to stiff peaks Step 4: […]