Bake a crustless hojicha burnt cheesecake at 230 C / 445 F for a dark top, soft center and toasty roasted tea flavor. Needs 15 minutes of prep.
Category: Cheese-Based Desserts
Atayef Asafiri: Soft Cheese-Stuffed Syrup Dumplings
Griddle atayef asafiri with a warm akkawi cheese filling, dip in cooled syrup and pistachios for a soft, syrup-soaked Ramadan dessert.
Halawet El Jibn: Sweet Cheese Rolls with Ashta
Cook a stovetop semolina-cheese dough, roll it around chilled ashta cream, and drizzle with rose water syrup for classic halawet el jibn.
Traditional Sardinian Pardulas with Saffron Ricotta
Bake Sardinian pardulas with creamy ricotta, saffron and citrus zest inside a golden semolina crust, finished with warm honey. A classic Easter pastry.
Fried Sardinian Seadas: Pecorino Pastry with Honey
Fry Sardinian seadas until the dough puffs and pecorino melts inside, then drizzle with honey. A traditional Sardinian dessert ready in under an hour.
Baked Migliaccio Napoletano with Ricotta and Citrus
Bake migliaccio napoletano, a Neapolitan semolina-ricotta cake scented with lemon and orange, in 55 minutes for a soft custardy crumb.
Tourteau Fromager: Blackened French Goat Cheese Cake
Bake tourteau fromager with a blackened top and tangy goat cheese custard, French Poitou-style, ready in under 2 hours with a shortcrust base.
Traditional Yorkshire Curd Tart with Nutmeg and Currants
Bake a traditional Yorkshire curd tart with curd cheese, currants, and nutmeg in a crisp shortcrust shell for an old-fashioned English dessert.
Baked Cream Cheese Jam Bars with a Shortbread Crust
Bake cream cheese jam bars with a buttery shortbread crust, tangy filling, and a jam swirl in about 38 minutes of oven time.
Easy Baked Lemon Ricotta Cake with a Citrus Glaze
Bake this easy lemon ricotta cake with fresh zest and a bright citrus glaze in about 45 minutes for a soft, custardy crumb.
Honey Roasted Fig Tart with Whipped Mascarpone
Roast fresh figs with honey and thyme over a whipped mascarpone filling in this buttery tart, baked until the edges caramelize and the center barely wobbles.
Whipped Chocolate Ricotta Mousse: Light and Creamy
Whip ricotta with melted dark chocolate and honey for a 5-minute, no-bake mousse with no eggs or gelatin needed.
Apple Mascarpone Puff Pastry with Cinnamon Topping
Bake apple mascarpone puff pastry with thin apple slices, sweet mascarpone filling, and a warm apricot glaze in under an hour.
Homemade Apricot Ricotta Cake with Toasted Almonds
Bake apricot ricotta cake with whole-milk ricotta and fresh halved apricots for a moist, barely sweet crumb in about 85 minutes.
Sticky Honey-Baked Figs with Whipped Mascarpone Cream
Roast ripe figs at 200C/390F until jammy, then swirl in honeyed mascarpone and toasted walnuts for a fast, no-fuss dessert.
Roasted Peach Mascarpone Tart with Honey and Thyme
Roast peaches with honey and cinnamon, then spread over whipped mascarpone in a buttery shortcrust shell. No gelatin, no water bath, just 90 minutes start to finish.
Italian Ricotta Crumb Pie
Creamy ricotta filling, a buttery shortcrust base, and a golden crumb topping. This classic Italian pie comes together in under an hour.
Croatian Cheese Fritters Dessert: Golden Crispy Fritule from Croatia
When it comes to desserts that feel like a warm hug, few treats deliver quite like Croatian cheese fritters dessert. Known locally as fritule, these small, golden bites are a staple in Croatian kitchens during holidays, festivals, and family gatherings. They’re fluffy, slightly tangy, and carry just enough sweetness to make you reach for another…
Bulgarian Sweet Sirene Pie: A Classic Balkan Delight
If you’ve ever explored the sweet side of the Balkans, you might have stumbled upon the irresistible Bulgarian sweet sirene pie. Known locally as banitsa, this cheese-filled pastry is a beloved staple in Bulgarian kitchens, combining flaky layers with a creamy, tangy filling. Today, I’m sharing a straightforward recipe to help you bring a taste…
Georgian Sweet Khachapuri Dessert: Traditional Cheese Bread Delight
If you’ve ever dreamed of biting into a warm, cheesy bread that feels both comforting and indulgent, then Georgian sweet khachapuri dessert is calling your name. This traditional Georgian cheese bread dish blends soft, pillowy dough with rich, melted cheese and a hint of sweetness—creating a treat that’s irresistible at any time of day. Whether…