Ganache Frosting
This ganache is fudgy and thick while still being able to cling to the cake.
Ganache Filling
yield 3 cups This version is known as the basic ganache or 2:1 ratio ganache, meaning it is made with 2 parts dark chocolate to 1 part heavy cream by weight. I use this recipe mostly as a filling with my cakes.
Lemon Curd
If you love lemon, and who doesn’t, this recipe will be extremely addictive. This makes an excellent flavoring or filling.
Vanilla Bean Moistening Syrup
yield 1 1/2 cups I use this on all of my wedding cakes. Feel free to add other extract flavors.
Vanilla Bean Italian Buttercream
yield 7 cups If you have never had a true butter cream frosting, you will not believe the difference in the taste & creaminess of the frosting. Just don’t look at how much butter & sugar goes in to the recipe and you’ll be fine. This is considered an italian buttercream since it uses only …
French Buttercream
This ultimate buttercream is so rich and silky smooth it will melt in your mouth. Compared to Italian buttercream, french buttercream has egg yolks in it which gives it a richer flavor.
Dark Corn Syrup Buttercream
This is a variation on the normal buttercream made with dark corn syrup. Oh, man is it good! It has a rich decadent flavor with a hint of caramel. I usually use this recipe with chocolate cake.
Caramel Crème Brulee
If you like a creamy smooth texture combined with an irresistible caramel/ vanilla taste than this is the recipe for you. I have combined a couple of different recipes to achieve a perfect harmony in flavors. Do yourself a favor, if you don’t have a thermometer in your oven, purchase one before starting this recipe, …
Butterfinger Ice Cream Dessert
Everyone and I mean everyone loves this dessert and it is so easy to make. My mother –in- law first introduced me to this recipe; I have modified this to make it more indulgent. Feel free to try different candy, ice cream, etc… to make it your own.
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
yield 2 quarts This is my favorite ice cream recipe! Just plain and simple yet so rich and yummy! Make sure to serve yourselves a bowl right out of the machine while it is still soft and creamy.