Dessert

Always save room for dessert in Provence. Explore these sweet recipes to impress your guests at the end of a meal.

Recipe for Calisson d’Aix a Sweet Almond Candy with a Long History

February 26, 2018

Calisson d'Aix is a specialty candy from Aix en Provence made with almonds, melon and citrus paste. The actual origin of the recipe is most likely from Italy. The following recipe does not follow the same exacting industry standards, but is a fun "Sunday project" with a sweet result.…

Cakes & Cookies · David Scott Allen · Dessert · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Lemon Ricotta Cake Inspired by Flavours of the South

February 14, 2018

In our house, this dessert is named after our friend Luisa and inspired by Louisa’s Cake from Castellina in Chianti. The tangy combination of lemon zest and fresh ricotta are a terrific balance with sweet apple and raspberry jam. Take a look at the original post “Heard it From a Friend” for step-by-step photos of …

Cakes & Cookies · Dessert · Let’s Eat the World · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Easy to Make Decadent Chocolate Hazelnut Yogurt Cake

February 12, 2018

This cake is a fun project with kids as you use one measure, a yogurt container, which makes measuring easy and cleanup even more so. The additional of chestnut flour and ground hazelnuts add rich flavour and texture to the final product. This chocolate hazelnut yogurt cake was originally published on the Cook'n with Class website.…

Dessert · Flans, Puddings · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Try Raspberry-Coconut Eton Mess for an Easy Dessert

January 26, 2018

The typical ingredients in this dessert are cream, meringue and strawberries. For this version - Coconut Eton Mess with Raspberries and Chocolate, we substituted raspberries instead of strawberries (the local ones are not typically available in Provence until June).…

Cakes & Cookies · David Scott Allen · Dessert · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Lemon Lavender Buttermilk Cornmeal Olive Oil Cake a Sweet Finish

January 15, 2018

This quick bread has all the tasty elements of Provence - a bit of citrus, a hint of lavender and flavourful olive oil. The inspiration for this sweet lemon, lavender cake comes from a recipe by Nicole Riegl…

Dessert · Flans, Puddings · Paula Kane · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Clafoutis with Muscat Grapes

January 10, 2018

Clafoutis is a classic dessert in Provence. Traditionally it’s made with cherries, but it is completely acceptable to use fruit that is in season.…

Christmas & Holiday · David Scott Allen · Dessert · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Croquants – Croquets a Provencal Christmas Dessert Recipe

December 18, 2017

This crunchy little cookie biscuit is the French version of the Italian Biscotti or Biscotto. Delightfully good served with your favourite tea or coffee or let's be honest completely on their own.…

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Dessert

Always save room for dessert in Provence. Explore these sweet recipes to impress your guests at the end of a meal.

Recipe for Calisson d’Aix a Sweet Almond Candy with a Long History

Lemon Ricotta Cake Inspired by Flavours of the South

Easy to Make Decadent Chocolate Hazelnut Yogurt Cake

Try Raspberry-Coconut Eton Mess for an Easy Dessert

Lemon Lavender Buttermilk Cornmeal Olive Oil Cake a Sweet Finish

Clafoutis with Muscat Grapes

Croquants – Croquets a Provencal Christmas Dessert Recipe

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