How to Dress Up Store-Bought Desserts

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Everyone loves a homemade dessert, but sometimes there just isn’t enough time to make something completely from scratch. The good news is that a store-bought dessert can still look beautiful, taste delicious, and feel extra special with just a few simple additions.

Blueberry & Black Tea Lemon Tiramisu

Blueberry & Black Team Lemon Tiramisu with a slice taken out. The slice is on a plate with a fork.

This dessert layers a Lemon Creme Cake Roll with a homemade blueberry and black tea syrup and a light, creamy mascarpone filling. The combination of flavors makes this a refreshing twist on traditional tiramisu that’s just as beautiful as it is delicious.

Lemon Cake Pops

Several Lemon Cake Pops on a plate with a bowl filled with the cake pop filling. There is a stack of plates in the background of the image that has several more cake pops on top.

These cake pops are a great bite-sized dessert; they’re creamy, and surprisingly easy to make. They’re portable, fun to decorate, and somehow disappear from the dessert table in a blink of an eye.

Lemon Curd Almond Cake

Lemon Curd Almond Cake slices into pieces and surrounded by almonds and lemon halves.

Bright lemon flavor, a smooth homemade lemon curd, and a crunchy almond topping…this is the kind of dessert that’s hard to stop at one slice. It’s perfect for brunches, coffee dates, or whenever you’re craving something a little different.

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

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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.

Lemon Chantilly Cake Roll

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.

The Ultimate Guide to Hosting High Tea

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If you’ve ever wanted to host your own high tea but didn’t know where to start, I’ve got you covered. Whether you’re planning a full afternoon tea or just want to bring a little elegance to your next gathering, this guide will walk you through all the essentials.

What’s Your Flower Flavor Match?

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In the spirit of summer, sunshine, and sweet treats, we’re combining two of our favorite things in order to help you discover your perfect cake roll flavor based on your favorite flower!

3 Best Mini Dessert Cup Recipes

6 mini dessert cups on a tray: 2 Lemon Parfaits, 2 Chocolate Strawberry Parfaits, and 2 Strawberry Shortcake Pudding Cups.

These mini dessert cup recipes are easy to assemble, full of flavor, and almost too cute to eat. From chocolate-covered strawberry to bright and tangy lemon, there’s something for everyone in these delicious little cups.

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Made with a soft, fluffy, and simple homemade cake batter, a layer of Lemon Crème cake, and a beautiful topping of caramelized pineapple and maraschino cherries, this Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is the perfect blend of nostalgia and contemporary.

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.