Recipes + Desserts

Take it from us, baking an impressive dessert can be difficult. So, we handle the trickiest part: providing a canvas for your individual creativity. With our products, the entertaining possibilities are endless. Get inspired with recipes, decorating tips, and more from the Dutch Apron® Bakery Recipes & Desserts blog.

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"Ice Cream & Cake Roll Pairings You Need to Try this Summer" - main blog image - background is of two bowls filled with different kinds of ice cream.
Entertaining

Ice Cream + Cake Roll Pairings You Need to Try This Summer

Summertime is the season for cool, creamy, and indulgent treats. And, if you ask us, nothing hits that sweet spot quite like pairing ice cream with cake. Want to make the classic combo even better? Use Dutch Apron® Bakery Cake Rolls to make incredibly easy desserts that feel elevated without the extra work.

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Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs on a serving platter
Recipes

Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs

Fresh strawberries, fluffy homemade whipped cream, and soft cubes of Dutch Apron® Bakery Strawberry Cheesecake Cake Roll come together on skewers for an easy treat that’s as fun to eat as it is to serve. Finished with a drizzle of white chocolate, they’re perfect for picnics, parties, and backyard gatherings.

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Lemon Chantilly Cake Roll
Decorating

Lemon Chantilly Cake Roll

This cake roll combines soft lemon cake with a fluffy lemon cream cheese buttercream for a dessert that is fresh, light, and stylish. It’s an effortless way to turn a simple cake roll into something over-the-top impressive.

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"What is Cream of Tartar?" - main blog image - background is of a measuring cup filled with cream of tartar.
Kitchen Tips

What is Cream of Tartar?

This pantry staple may not get much attention, but it plays an important role in everything from stabilizing whipped egg whites to helping cookies achieve the perfect texture. If you’ve ever been curious about when to use it or how to store it, we’ve got you covered.

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Four Fresh Berry Fools on marble serving platters next to several fresh strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
Recipes

Fresh Berry Fool

This recipe layers juicy berries, fluffy whipped cream, buttery shortbread crumbs, and pieces of a Strawberry Cheesecake Cake Roll into an easy no-bake dessert. The combination of fresh fruit and creamy layers gives it a light, chilled texture that’s perfect for warm weather.

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Strawberry Pretzel Ice Cream Cake on a serving board with strawberries and pretzels.
Recipes

Strawberry Pretzel Ice Cream Cake

This recipe layers a soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cake Roll base with salty pretzels and creamy vanilla ice cream. A swirl of strawberry jam and fresh strawberries adds just the right amount of sweetness and texture. It’s an easy, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for all the warm, sunny days ahead!

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Chocolate Tiramisu Balls on a cutting board and serving tray. There are also various kitchen instruments, cocoa, and a cup of coffee.
Recipes

Chocolate Tiramisu Balls

These Chocolate Tiramisu Balls combine rich chocolate cake with espresso, mascarpone, and a hint of cocoa for a simple take on the classic dessert. Everything comes together in a soft, dough-like mixture that’s rolled and finished with a light coating of cocoa powder.

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A S'mores Chocolate Cake on a marble serving tray. In the background is a tray with graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows. There are also gold serving utensils.
Recipes

S’mores Chocolate Cake

This dessert layers rich chocolate cake with smooth ganache and a hint of graham cracker crunch for that classic campfire-inspired flavor. It’s finished with a light, fluffy marshmallow meringue that’s toasted to golden perfection.

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Homemade Pistachio Cream Recipe

Ingredients
  • 1 1/4 c. raw, unsalted pistachios, shelled
  • 3 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 3/4 c. whole milk or cream, divided
  • 4 oz. high-quality white chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tbsp. powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
Instructions
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add pistachios and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and transfer to a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Rub pistachios in the towel to remove the skins. Discard the skins and let the pistachios dry completely.
  3. Melt butter with 1/4 c. milk until hot. Add white chocolate and stir until fully melted.
  4. Add pistachios to a blender with powdered sugar and salt. Pour in the melted chocolate mixture.
  5. Blend until a paste forms. Slowly add remaining milk, a few tablespoons at a time, until smooth and creamy.
  6. Blend on high for 30-60 seconds, scraping sides as needed.
  7. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Homemade Whipped Topping Recipe

Ingredients
  • 1 c. heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tbsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. Whip heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.