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132 recipes tagged with vanilla.
5 servings This simple, comforting custard can be readied for the oven in only a few minutes. To flavor, see Flavorings for Custard Bases. Preheat the…
A thick cheesecake-style protein bowl made with Greek yogurt and vanilla whey, topped with fresh berries, chia seeds, and crushed almonds. Sweet enough to…
A classic French custard sauce made with egg yolks, sugar, and milk or cream, gently cooked until thickened and flavored with vanilla, rum, sherry, or…
Creamy vanilla ice cream layered with ribbons of rich fudge sauce, creating a classic fudge swirl. A simple, indulgent frozen dessert.
Homemade marshmallows are extra fluffy with an almost creamy texture. They can be made in a host of different flavors and are perfect for floating in…
About 6 half-pint jars This ruby-red jam combines our favorite summer wine with our favorite summer fruit. The rosé adds a subtle perfume to a delicious…
About 4 half-pint jars Use this recipe with only the ripest, most flavorful seasonal fruit. The large amount of sugar reduces the overall boiling time…
About 4 half-pint jars Summer can’t last forever, but opening a jar of this butter in January or February gives winter a run for its money. Please read…
A rich vanilla ice cream infused with dark rum and studded with rum-soaked raisins. A classic grown-up frozen dessert.
About 1 quart This is the tastiest, easiest vanilla ice cream recipe we know.
About thirty-six 2- to 3-inch cookies This is the ideal dough for decorated sugar cookies, but they also have a lovely flavor without any icing whatsoever.
A light, airy sponge cake made with whipped egg yolks and stiff-peaked egg whites, baked in a tube or round pan. Serve plain, with fluffy white frosting…
A sweet nut filling made with ground toasted nuts, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla, bound with egg and thinned with milk or cream. Enough to fill one 9-inch…
4 servings For a speckled vanilla pudding, add the seeds from a 1 ½-inch piece vanilla bean, split lengthwise and scraped, instead of the vanilla.
About 1 quart This base can be tweaked to create different flavors. Any of the suggestions from the Garnishes and Additions to Ice Cream chart, may be…
6 to 8 servings Could the Emperor conceivably have had these in mind when he contended that “an army marches on its stomach”? A classic napoleon, or…
A baked pearl tapioca pudding made with rich milk, egg yolks, and fluffy egg whites, flavored with lemon zest and juice or vanilla. It puffs up golden in…
A classic French vanilla bean custard sauce, gently steeped with vanilla and thickened into a silky pouring cream. Perfect for drizzling over desserts.
About sixty 1 ½-inch cookies When Marion and John were traveling in Normandy, they sampled a famous local specialty, sablés (sablé is French for “sandy”)…
About ¾ cup Use this icing, flecked with golden brown, on spice cakes.
About 35 cookies Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease or line 2 baking sheets or cookie sheets with parchment paper.
A classic French sponge cake (biscuit) that is light and airy, made with cake flour, eggs, and sugar. It is used as a base for layered tortes and can be…
A creamy water-bath cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, enriched with heavy cream, sour cream, vanilla, and lemon zest. The water bath ensures a…
About sixteen 1 ¾-inch tall cannelés Cannelés are a specialty of the Bordeaux region of France. These little cakes have a custardy center with a deeply…
About 1 quart The optional honey or syrup will yield a slightly smoother, less icy texture. For a vegetarian version, the gelatin may be omitted (use 1 ¾…
Fresh figs are halved, bathed in a vanilla-Marsala syrup, and baked until tender. They're served with a lightly sweetened ricotta-cream mixture and an…
6 servings Aside from a lime-garnished Mexican lager, this sweetened and spiced grain and nut milk is the best accompaniment to tacos we know. One of our…
A creamy homemade strawberry ice cream made with fresh strawberries, heavy cream, and a touch of vanilla. Simple to prepare and perfect for warm-weather…
One 9 × 5-inch loaf; about 8 servings This super simple loaf cake is just the thing to make when you want a little something sweet. It also travels well…
A no-bake dessert with layers of graham crackers, vanilla pudding, and chocolate frosting. Easy to make and perfect for a crowd.
About 2 cups There are two secrets to making perfectly smooth cream cheese frosting with enough body to swirl onto a cake or pipe through a pastry bag: Do…
A classic custard pie with a silky egg-and-cream filling in a blind-baked pastry crust, lightly scented with vanilla and optional nutmeg. Serve plain or…
A classic French meringue made with egg whites and sugar, beaten to stiff peaks. It can be used to top pies or baked into crisp meringue shells or kisses.
A classic fondant made from sugar, water, and corn syrup, cooked to the soft-ball stage and kneaded until smooth. It can be used as a candy base or…
A simple, nostalgic dessert made by mixing fresh snow with cream, sugar, and vanilla. Serve immediately for a frosty treat.
Divinity is a classic Southern candy made from whipped egg whites and a sugar syrup, studded with toasted pecans or walnuts. It is light and fluffy, with…
6 servings Spoon this bright and versatile compote over yogurt, ice cream, Panna Cotta, or any custard.
This homemade hazelnut gelato is rich and creamy, featuring toasted hazelnuts steeped in milk for a deep nutty flavor. It's a delightful frozen dessert…
8 to 10 servings Authentic Italian spumone is essentially an unmolded bombe, below, usually with a center of soft semifreddo or pastry cream, often…
A collection of quick translucent sugar glazes for cakes and pastries, with variations using milk, citrus juice, or liqueur.
A rich, golden layer cake made with eight egg yolks, yielding a tender crumb. Perfect with chocolate frosting.
About 20 tea cakes These buttery French tea cakes, something between a sponge cake and a butter cake in texture, are traditionally baked in scallop-shaped…
About sixty 2-inch cookies Some spritz cookies are soft and tender to the point of being cakelike, but these are crisp-tender. If desired, sprinkle with…
About 20 fritters These old-fashioned fritters were once sold by street vendors—many of them slaves, former slaves, or the descendants of slaves—in New…
A quick, uncooked fondant that is easy to make and shape. It has a clay-like texture and can be flavored or colored. Optionally dip in chocolate for a…
This recipe provides two versions of homemade vanilla ice cream: a simple no-egg base and a richer custard-based version using egg yolks and a vanilla…
6 servings Italian panna cotta is a rich but light, smooth gelatin cream. For a panna cotta with little flecks of vanilla bean dispersed throughout…
A simple caramel syrup made from sugar and water, flavored with vanilla and salt. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, custard, or fruit.
About forty 2 ½-inch cookies This dough also makes a good filled cookie, or rich drop cookie; see About Drop Cookies or About Filled Cookies.
A classic bread pudding made with stale white bread, eggs, milk, and warm spices, baked until set and served warm with whipped cream.
About 65 cookies This light, crunchy sugar cookie is from Megan’s great-grandmother Treva Martin. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets or…
About sixty 2-inch cookies These are grown-up oatmeal cookies. Because they are so fragile, some will inevitably break, and when they do, crumble them…
About 1 quart This is an exceedingly delicious, lightly tangy take on vanilla ice cream.
4 servings When in Salzburg, few visitors fail to indulge in one or more of these souffléed globular puffs. To be fair, they are more akin to free-form…
6 to 8 servings For a dairy-free rice pudding, substitute beverage-style coconut milk for the milk in this recipe.
A creamy baked rice pudding made with cooked rice, milk, eggs, and sugar, flavored with vanilla and optionally raisins and lemon zest. Served warm with…
A rich and creamy chocolate custard sauce made with egg yolks, milk, and unsweetened chocolate. Perfect for drizzling over desserts or serving with fruit.
About 1 ¼ cups Perfect drizzled on bread puddings or chocolate custards or soufflés.
Homemade vanilla extract made by steeping vanilla beans in high-proof alcohol. Use in baking and desserts.
About forty-eight 2 ¼-inch cookies Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease or line 2 baking sheets or cookie sheets with parchment paper.
A classic jellyroll cake made with a light sponge and filled with warm jam. The cake is rolled while still hot to prevent cracking.
8 to 10 servings For more information on alternate molds and cake linings, see About Charlottes.
6 to 8 servings This soufflé tastes remarkably like a sugar cookie. You may use 2 vanilla beans in place of the vanilla extract. Gently heat the heavy…
A sweet, nonalcoholic sauce made with brown sugar, water, and vanilla, suitable as a topping for desserts.
A classic yellow cake made with four eggs, butter, and cake flour, baked in three layers. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration, and can be filled and…
One 9-inch single-crust pie If you plan to cover the pie with meringue instead of whipped cream, read About Meringue.
These giant kitchen-sink cookies are customizable with your choice of chocolaty, nutty, salty, and chewy add-ins. Perfect for ice cream sandwiches or as…
A light and airy chiffon cake made with separated eggs, offering a tender crumb. It can be served with lemon or orange frosting, or with fresh berries and…
A classic homemade taffy made with sugar, corn syrup, and butter, flavored with vanilla and optional oils. Pulled until firm and chewy, then cut into…
A classic butter cake adapted for high altitude, yielding layers, a sheet cake, or cupcakes. The simple formula of butter, sugar, flour, and eggs is…
A rich, moist Italian sponge cake enriched with butter. Versatile for fruit fillings, roll cakes, or simple glazes.
A rich and creamy chocolate ice cream made with cocoa, egg yolks, and heavy cream. Optionally studded with chopped chocolate or brownie chunks.
About forty-eight 1 ½-inch cookies For tips on working with egg whites, see Beating Eggs. To make chocolate meringue kisses, whisk ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa…
Crème brûlée meets doughnuts in this sophisticated treat. A creamy vanilla custard fills fluffy raised doughnuts, topped with a caramelized sugar crust.
About 2 cups This is the vanilla custard filling used for many cakes as well as Boston Cream Pie, Chocolate Éclairs, Fresh Fruit Tart, and countless other…
A Southern-style chess pie infused with black tea flavor from powdered iced tea mix. The filling is creamy and sweet with a hint of lemon, baked in a…
10 large or 20 small cones If made on a krumkake iron, as shown above, this dough can be rolled into delicious thin-walled cones or molded over small…
Twenty 6-ounce servings Particularly good when the weather is cool and fresh apple cider abundant. A nonalcoholic version can be made by omitting the rum.
About fifty 2 ½-inch wafers Benne seeds are an early heirloom variety of sesame seeds, brought by enslaved West Africans to South Carolina’s Lowcountry…
About forty-eight 3 × ½-inch rosettes Rosettes are shaped with a special long-handled mold. They are fried in deep fat to ensure that the mold doesn’t…
A crunchy sesame seed brittle made with caramelized sugar and corn syrup, studded with toasted sesame seeds.
6 servings Instead of vanilla, you may infuse the cream with a 1 ½-inch piece vanilla bean, split lengthwise. Scrape the vanilla seeds into the milk, add…
About 1 ½ cups Instead of adding cream, you may add apple cider, orange juice, or practically any other fruit juice or strained fruit puree. Or, after…
A rich, fluffy sauce made with butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and brandy or rum. Perfect for topping desserts like bread pudding or gingerbread.
A decadent dessert featuring layers of chocolate chip cookies and three flavors of ice cream, topped with chocolate sauce. Perfect for impressing guests.
Thick slices of bread are soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, sugars, and warm spices, then pan-fried until golden. A classic breakfast treat perfect…
Buttery spritz cookies made with a cookie press for intricate shapes. Decorate with royal icing and sprinkles for a festive touch.
A rich banana bread cake with browned butter frosting, reminiscent of a birthday cake. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.
These nutty shortbread cookies are buttery and crumbly, made with almond flour and ground hazelnuts instead of wheat flour. They are simple to prepare and…
This strawberry vanilla preserves recipe yields a chunky, flavorful jam perfect for spreading on toast or biscuits. It uses Pomona's pectin for a reliable…
A classic doughnut glaze made with confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and milk or water. Dip doughnuts for a sweet finish.
A quick no-cook dessert with sweet mango and creamy coconut vanilla topping, inspired by Southeast Asian flavors.
Pralines are a classic Southern candy made with sugar, butter, and pecans. This easy recipe yields creamy, nutty confections perfect for any occasion.
Fresh blueberries macerated with sugar and Cointreau are topped with a rich vanilla custard sauce. An elegant summer dessert.
Rich, eggy pastry cream is the key to perfect Boston or Bavarian Cream doughnuts. The only difference between the two is the glaze, so it's easy to make a…
These cookies are inspired by British fruitcakes, studded with candied citrus, pistachios, and dried cranberries. They are perfect for holiday baking.
This all-purpose vanilla frosting turns any snack cake into an elegant dessert. It's made with egg whites, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
Southern Tea Cakes are soft, lightly spiced cookies with a tender crumb, perfect for pairing with tea or coffee. They are made with a blend of butter and…
These gooey butter cake bars feature a yellow cake mix crust topped with a creamy cream cheese filling. A Southern classic with a shiny, crunchy top crust.
Grilled peaches topped with brown sugar-vanilla ice cream and a crunchy sourdough-almond streusel. A perfect summer dessert from the ranch.
Classic sugar cookies perfect for holiday decorating. The dough is chilled before rolling and baking for a tender, buttery texture.
Tender yams baked in a buttery spiced syrup. A classic holiday side dish that's sweet and comforting.
A homemade version of the famous Cronut, combining flaky croissant layers with a doughnut shape. The laminated dough is made over two days, then fried and…
Soft and light baked doughnuts based on a Finnish sweet dough recipe. A quick dip in glaze keeps the crust from becoming too chewy.
A slow-cooker apple butter infused with vanilla and spiced rum. Perfect for spreading on biscuits or toast.
Butter pecan scones are tender, buttery pastries with toasted pecans and a vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.
A light and creamy British dessert with vanilla, honey, and lemon, topped with crunchy pistachios. This modernized syllabub uses yogurt for a refreshing…
Homemade fortune cookies with customizable messages, perfect for celebrations. These cookies are light, crisp, and can be dipped in chocolate and nuts.
A moist three-layer yellow cake with rich chocolate fudge frosting, inspired by the author's grandmother. This classic dessert uses extra eggs for a…
Poached peaches in prosecco and honey are served with tangy buttermilk ice cream for a light and refreshing summer dessert.
A classic homemade vanilla ice cream made with eggs, sugar, and milk. This rich and creamy treat is perfect for hot summer days.
A classic Cajun boiled custard pie, similar to chess pie, with a flaky crust and rich vanilla-nutmeg filling. Often served during holidays but delicious…
Buttery shortbread cookies studded with bittersweet chocolate and topped with flaky sea salt. The dough is shaped into logs and chilled for concentrated…
Homemade ranch animal cookies are a fun, kid-friendly treat perfect for birthday cakes. The resilient dough is easy for little hands to help with, and the…
A simple waffle batter that can be used to make waffle dogs. Mix dry and wet ingredients separately, then combine until just mixed.
A moist and tender Bundt cake made with 7UP soda, butter, and vanilla, topped with a simple 7UP glaze. This classic Southern dessert is perfect for any…
A sweet and rich corn pudding casserole with a creamy custard-like texture, perfect as a side dish for holiday gatherings.
Rum-soaked Nutella French toast made with brioche or challah, egg custard, and dark rum. Cooked until golden and served with powdered sugar, maple syrup…
A creamy, tangy custard pie made with buttermilk and lemon juice, with a hint of nutmeg. This old-fashioned dessert is a nostalgic favorite, often…
A classic soul food dessert with a vanilla-infused crust and creamy sweet potato filling. The secret ingredient is ground ginger for added warmth.
These festive lightbulb-shaped cookies are decorated with colorful candies and licorice strings, making them a fun and delicious holiday treat.
Light and airy meringue kisses that are easy to customize with different extracts and food coloring. Perfect for a sweet treat or gift.
Soft snickerdoodle cookies spiced with cinnamon and brown sugar are paired with your favorite ice cream to create a delightful summer treat.
A classic sugar cookie dough that can be rolled, cut, and baked into festive shapes. The dough is easy to handle and produces tender, buttery cookies with…
A smooth, pourable glaze made with top-shelf bourbon, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract. Perfect for dipping doughnuts.
A healthy, not-too-sweet granola made with oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. Serve with yogurt and fresh fruit for a wholesome breakfast or snack.
Moist ginger cupcakes inspired by Jamaican ginger bulla, served with a warm vanilla-butter-rum sauce and flambéed bananas. A decadent dessert perfect for…
A classic vanilla bean ice cream made with half-and-half, sugar, egg yolks, and real vanilla bean. The custard is cooked until thick, then chilled and…
A classic filled cookie with a sweet raisin filling sandwiched between two buttery rounds. Perfect for a nostalgic treat.
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