Crispy Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Phyllo Tarts

Light, buttery and crispy phyllo tarts filled with creamy lemon cheesecake and finished with sweet blueberries. So easy to make, yet so delicious!

If you’re looking for a dessert that looks impressive but is surprisingly easy to make, these Crispy Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Phyllo Tarts are it. 

Light, flaky phyllo dough is folded into delicate nests, filled with a smooth lemon-scented cheesecake cream, and topped with juicy blueberries. 

They’re elegant enough for entertaining, yet simple enough for a weekend treat — no fancy pastry skills required.

Neapolitan Pizza Margherita with Burrata Cheese and Chili Honey

Authentic Neapolitan pizza gets an irresistible twist with creamy burrata and a drizzle of spicy-sweet chili honey. An overnight rise gives the dough its light, airy crust, while the pizza oven bakes it to perfection in only 2 minutes—buonissima!

This Neapolitan pizza is everything you crave in one bite: a soft, airy crust with lightly blistered edges, sweet tomato sauce, and pools of creamy burrata melting into the heat of the pizza. Finished with fresh basil, a drizzle of golden extra-virgin olive oil, and just enough chili honey to add warmth and contrast, it’s the perfect balance of classic and modern. The slow-fermented dough delivers incredible flavor and texture, while the burrata and chili honey take it from traditional to irresistible—elegant, indulgent, and completely unforgettable

Espresso Brownies with Mascarpone Cream

Rich, chocolatey, and irresistibly creamy — these Tiramisù-Style Brownie Bars bring together two favorites in one indulgent bite. A fudgy espresso-infused brownie forms the base, topped with a light and velvety mascarpone cream and a dusting of cocoa powder

If you love tiramisu and you love brownies, this dessert is about to become a new favorite. 

Imagine a dense, fudgy espresso brownie with deep chocolate flavor, topped with a cloud of lightly sweetened mascarpone cream and finished with a generous dusting of cocoa powder. 
Every bite is rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced—like tiramisu, but in brownie form. 

Elegant enough for guests, yet simple enough to make just because you’re craving something special.

Poached Pear Puff Pastries with Chocolate Filling

Delicate, flaky puff pastry topped with tender cinnamon-poached pears and a hidden chocolate spread for a sweet surprise. These elegant pastries are simple to make yet feel truly special—perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Flaky, golden puff pastry, tender pears gently poached with vanilla and cinnamon, and a hidden spoonful of chocolate that melts into the fruit as it bakes—these Poached Pear Puff Pastries are one of those desserts that feel bakery-worthy but are surprisingly easy to make at home. 

Italian Hot Chocolate Affogato (Affogato alla Cioccolata Calda)

 This Italian Hot Chocolate Affogato is a decadent twist on the classic espresso affogato. Instead of coffee, creamy gelato is “drowned” in dense, silky cioccolata calda, creating the ultimate hot-and-cold dessert that’s rich, comforting, and irresistibly indulgent

This post is written in collaboration with Sammontana. All opinions are mine alone.

If you love affogato AND chocolate, this recipe is about to steal your heart!

Traditionally, an affogato is a simple yet magical Italian dessert: a scoop of gelato “drowned” in hot espresso. It’s one of those effortless combinations where hot meets cold and somehow becomes more than the sum of its parts. But today, I’m sharing a twist that feels even more indulgent, cozy, and downright irresistible.

Italian Pistachio Cookies - Pasticcini al Pistacchio - Gluten-Free Recipe

For all the pistachio lovers - these cookies are for you: soft, chewy, naturally gluten-free, easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. 

If you love pistachios, these cookies are just what you're looking for!

 Soft, a little chewy, delicately crackled on the outside, and bursting with pistachio flavor, these Pasticcini al Pistacchio are the kind of treat you make once—and then find yourself dreaming about again and again. And again!

Pistachio-Orange Biscotti made with Olive Oil

A crisp, fragrant pistachio and orange biscotti made without butter—just light olive oil for a smooth, delicate texture. Double-baked for the perfect crunch and finished with a white chocolate drizzle.

• 1. If you love classic Italian biscotti, you’re going to fall head over heels for this bright and festive twist. I’ve already shared my recipe for traditional almond biscotti (LINK) but today I’m bringing you a new version that’s just as crunchy and irresistible—Pistachio & Orange Biscotti made with extra-virgin olive oil instead of butter.

     

Pizza Salsiccia e Patatine (Sausage and Fries Pizza)

 A soft, thick-crust pizza loaded with rich tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and golden sautéed sausage slices, then finished with crispy shoestring fries and a sprinkle of parsley. Comforting, hearty, and absolutely irresistible.

This post is written in collaboration with Frigidaire. All opinions are mine alone.

If you grew up in Italy, you already know this nostalgic classic: pizza topped with juicy Italian sausage and crispy patatine fritte. It’s fun, comforting, and absolutely irresistible. 

Today I’m sharing my homemade version—soft, chewy, and loaded with all the flavors we love—along with my best tips for working with pizza dough, choosing the right ingredients, and baking like a pro, whether you’re using the Frigidaire Stone-Baked Pizza Mode or a regular oven and pizza stone.

Roasted Japanese Sweet Potato Rounds with Zesty Yogurt

These Roasted Japanese Sweet Potato Rounds with a zesty yogurt topping and fresh green onions are an easy, flavorful, and beautifully caramelized side dish perfect for holidays, parties, or everyday snacking.

Here is my latest addiction. These roasted Japanese sweet potato rounds topped with creamy yogurt, a touch of honey, and fresh green onions are everything I want in a snack, appetizer, or side dish: simple, bright, cozy, and a little bit irresistible.

They’re the perfect way to serve sweet potatoes in a fun, beautiful, and totally shareable way — ideal for holiday parties, Thanksgiving tables, family dinners, or those moments when you just want something delicious all to yourself. And the best part? They’re incredibly easy and quick to make.