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  • French Almond Cake (Amandier)

    by Audrey

    If you’re searching for an easy French dessert that feels elegant but requires no pastry chef skills, the French Almond Cake (Amandier) is a must-bake. This moist almond flour cake is naturally gluten-free, deeply nutty, and delicately flavored with orange zest. It’s a classic French cake recipe to impress guests, or a simple treat to enjoy with coffee or tea on your own. What is an Amandier (French Almond Cake)? The word Amandier means “almond tree” in French, and this classic french cake celebrates the nut in all its glory. …

  • Blueberry Bundt Cake (Tourte aux Myrtilles)

    by Audrey

    Looking for a blueberry cake that’s not your typical American Bundt or muffin? This French blueberry bundt cake, known as Tourte aux Myrtilles in the Pyrenees region of southern France, is a rustic mountain dessert bursting with juicy berries, vanilla, and a generous splash of dark rum. Unlike classic blueberry cakes, this one has a light, moist crumb (thanks to whipped egg whites), a crackly sugar crust, and the charm of an old-world recipe passed down through generations.

  • French Magic Cake (Gâteau Magique)

    by Audrey

    The French Magic Cake is a one-bowl wonder that transforms into three distinct layers as it bakes: a dense flan-like base, a silkier custard center, and a light sponge cake top. Like magic! Flavored with bright citrus and warm vanilla, this easy-to-make dessert is light, creamy, and full of charm. When sliced, its beautiful layers create a show-stopping presentation that’s perfect for impressing your guests.

  • Apple Crinkle Cake (Gâteau Froissé)

    by Audrey

    Looking for a show-stopping yet simple dessert? This Apple Crinkle Cake combines crispy phyllo layers, sweet apples and a rich vanilla custard, for the perfect balance of crunch and creaminess. Rustic yet indulgent, buttery yet light, whether you’re craving a cozy treat or a simple yet impressive dessert, this irresistible pastry is surprisingly easy to make in your own kitchen.

  • Pouding Chômeur (Quebecois Maple Pudding)

    by Audrey

    Here’s to a dessert that always brings people together! A Quebecois classic, Pouding Chômeur – or “Poor Man’s Pudding” – is a simple, yet decadent dessert that originated in Quebec during the Great Depression. With a light and fluffy cake that soaks in a creamy maple syrup sauce, this dessert is as decadent as it is comforting. Absolutely perfect for cozy nights in, or for sharing with family and friends.

  • Grape Olive Oil Cake (Gâteau aux raisins)

    by Audrey

    This Mediterranean-inspired Grape Olive Oil Cake is a moist, tender cake that strikes a perfect balance of sweet and fruity flavors. It features an orange-zest crumb infused with fresh grapes, which get baked into the cake, lending it a fruity burst and soft texture. It’s ideal for celebrating the harvest season and perfect for all your fall gatherings!

  • Invisible Apple Cake (Gâteau invisible aux pommes)

    by Audrey

    A French home baker’s favorite, the Invisible Apple Cake is a deceptively easy, yet exceptional recipe for apple season. It features nearly invisible apple slices layered in a custardy batter and baked until sweet, melty and golden. The result is an incredibly moist dessert with a big fruity flavor and a visually striking look. A fabulous way to showcase freshly picked apples!

  • Here’s to the perfect summer treat – a Cherry Cake, inspired by the beloved dessert from the Vosges Mountains, in Eastern France. This cake is light, airy, bouncy and nestled with sweet, juicy cherries. It’s the perfect baked good to celebrate cherry season and enjoy all summer long.

  • This Chocolate Vanilla Marble Cake is typically what we call a “Gâteau régréssif” in France – meaning it makes you feel like a kid again. With a buttery and tender crumb and beautiful chocolate and vanilla swirls, this is a staple French afternoon snack for kids and adults alike. Ready for this childhood favorite?

  • Gâteau Basque (Basque Cake with pastry cream)

    by Audrey

    Halfway between a cake and a pie, the classic Basque Cake, known as “Gâteau Basque”, is a staple from southern France and northern Spain – the lands of the Basque people. It has a deliciously rich and buttery double layered crust encasing a delicious pastry cream. Although locals tradtionally serve this cake to accompany coffee or tea, its elegant crosshatch pattern on the top gives it a rustic charm and makes this cake plenty elegant for special occasions, or as a centerpiece for dessert.