Lemon Carlota
One of the easiest and most iconic desserts of Latin America is definitely the lemon carlota. It is a refreshing and creamy dessert that has a lot of charm for its simplicity. This is a no-bake dessert that is especially good for the recent summer days. And if you love lemons, you will love this […]
Read MoreMilhojas with Dulce de Leche (Only 3 ingredients)
Easy and delicious Milhojas with Dulce de leche. This is not the classic version that involves making the puff pastry from scratch. Instead, I give you this easy way of getting a delicious milhojas with dulce de leche with only three ingredients and in less than 30 minutes. I would never be ashamed of taking […]
Read MoreCinnamon and Sugar Puff Pastry Palmiers
In Venezuela we call it “palmeritas” and I could have sworn this was a Venezuelan dessert. But in my first trip to Europe —Spain — I realized that they are quite international. After that trip, I learned that in fact, the cinnamon palmiers comes from France. But they are commonly found in most European countries. […]
Read MoreVenezuelan Arroz con Coco (Coconut Rice Pudding)
The popular Venezuelan Arroz con coco is the most important dessert for “Semana Santa”, which is like the Venezuelan version of Easter. We usually make a big batch of Arroz con coco or Arroz con leche for this holidays and we enjoy it as a family tradition. This is like the fun cousin […]
Read MorePerfect Carrot Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting
The classic and magical combination that always works: carrot muffins with cream cheese frosting. Today I bring you the moistest and yummiest carrot muffins in all the net — big statement? I promise you that you wouldn’t be able to eat only one no matter how much self-control you think you have — […]
Read MoreHusband-Catcher Recipe (coconut cake)
Definitely, a husband-catcher —atrapamarido— is a particular name for a coconut cake. But this scrumptious cake has some hidden properties — not only to get you a spouse — but it is capable to get the WOW factor to a dinner with family and friends. This dessert is definitely the cherry at the […]
Read MoreVenezuelan Quesillo (pudding)
Those Venezuelan readers out there know that a truly Venezuelan quesillo is the most requested food in any birthday party (after tequeños). It is one of the most famous Venezuelan desserts. For the rest of the people that aren’t as familiar with this dessert, you need to know a couple of things about […]
Read MoreFoolproof Pineapple Upside Down Cake
This pineapple upside down cake recipe has been in my family for a long time. It is one of our favorite cakes to eat at the family weekend reunion with a big cup of coffee —Latinoamericanos, you know? The main difference between this pineapple upside down cake and the rest of the zillion […]
Read MoreThe Easiest Peach Strudel
Layers of crispy puff pastry and a spiced peach filling. This is the easiest peach strudel that you are going to find. This is one of those recipes that it was almost a flop but in the end, it turned out really delicious. My first intention was to make a peach cobbler in an […]
Read MoreHoney and Cinnamon Cookies
It’s official… Christmas is here. And with the arrival of the season, cookies and hot chocolate are the stars of my winter craving. These honey and cinnamon cookies are one of the few crispy cookies that have caught my attention. If you have a long time following The Cookware Geek, you will know […]
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