Basic Desserts Nov 4th 2011, 10:06 It's not necessary to master a huge amount of desserts. Just become proficient in making a few basic desserts, and people will think you're a professional. Below is a list of some of those basic dessert and other sweet treat recipes. Photo © 2009 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc. 2009 Chocolate Fudge Cake Photo by Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com Photo © 2009 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc. Of all of the pies out there, Apple Pie is by far the most popular and basic. Photo © 2008 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc. Photo © 2007 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc. This is not your typical fudge recipe, as you don't need a candy thermometer. 2009 Basic Trifle Photo by Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com What I like about this recipe is that there are several flavor options. You can use whatever is on hand. 2009 Basic Bread Pudding Photo by Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com It's amazing such simple ingredients can made such a rich dessert. Photo © 2007 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc. Crepes are so versatile. They're good for dessert, breakfast and can be served savory for dinner. Photo © 2008 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc. You choose the fruit and fruit juice that goes into this recipe. Photo © 2007 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc. Got some day-old bread, a couple of eggs and a non-stick frying pan? You can make this recipe for French Toast. 2008 Pancakes Photo by Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com. Here's another simple, yet essential, basic recipe. If you prefer, here's a Waffle one too. Photo © 2009 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc. If you had to be able to make at least one quick bread, it would have to be Banana Bread. I've been making this recipe for about as long as I have been baking. It comes out perfect every time. | |