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Desserts

Dessert is the part of the meal that is pure generosity. Nobody needs it, and that is exactly the point. Make one that ends the night on something people remember. Start with the Panna Cotta with Manuka Honey or the EVOO Ice Cream.

  • Two scoops of creamy ice cream topped with yellow zest are served in a round, beige ceramic bowl on a gray surface.
    Pistachio Ice Cream with Pistachio Praline
  • A close-up of a bowl filled with creamy beige soup, topped with chopped nuts, possibly pistachios and walnuts, adding texture and color to the surface.
    Pistachio Panna Cotta
  • Three slices of poached pear are arranged on a beige plate, topped with chopped pistachios and drizzled with golden syrup and orange sauce. A green-labeled bottle appears partially in the upper right corner.
    EVOO & Saffron Poached Pears with Vanilla Bean
  • A single chocolate brownie sprinkled with coarse salt is placed on a round, off-white ceramic plate set on a dark wooden surface.
    Adaptogen Brownies
  • Two scoops of ice cream in a blue and beige bowl, with some crumbled pieces on top and around the scoops, placed on a dark wooden surface.
    Labneh & Tahini Halva Ice Cream
  • Pistachio Cheesecake with No-Bake Pistachio Crust
  • Golden brown muffin tops with visible chocolate chunks, arranged in neat rows on a dark, speckled baking tray.
    GF Brown-Butter Chocolate Banana Nut Muffin
  • Two scoops of yellow mango ice cream served in a brown-rimmed blue bowl, with a drizzle of syrup, placed on a dark wooden surface.
    EVOO Ice Cream
  • A square slice of dessert topped with chopped pistachios and cocoa powder sits on a beige plate, with a card featuring pistachio images partially visible in the corner.
    Pistachio Tiramisu
  • Peanut Butter Brownies
    Peanut Butter Brownies
  • A slice of banana bread topped with a dollop of whipped cream sits on a white plate, shown in natural light.
    Banana Bread w/ Chocolate Chips, Pecans, and Banana Whipped Cream
  • A rectangular slice of creamy dessert, possibly cheesecake, topped with a glossy layer of caramel sauce, served on a round beige plate.
    Labneh Cheesecake with Salted Honey
  • A slice of baklava cheesecake topped with chopped nuts and honey syrup, featuring a crispy phyllo pastry crust on a ceramic plate.
    Baklava Cheesecake with Manuka Honey
  • Close-up of golden honey spread on a surface with small dried lavender buds sprinkled on top. The honey is glossy and smooth, and the lavender pieces are scattered irregularly.
    Panna Cotta w/ Manuka Honey
  • A small wooden bowl filled with round, greenish snacks or treats sits on a countertop, with a blurred green package in the background.
    Pistachio Truffles with Pistachio Cherry Ganache
  • A slice of moist carrot cake with cream cheese frosting sits on a white plate, lightly sprinkled with grated zest or crumbs.
    Spiced Pumpkin Pistachio Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
  • A creamy dessert served in a glass with an orange base, topped with a dollop of orange fruit and grated zest, placed on a wooden surface.
    Pistachio Panna Cotta with Honeyed Orange
  • A slice of banana bread with chocolate chips and nuts sits on a beige ceramic plate. Part of a Certified Organic food package appears in the bottom corner of the image.
    Pistachio Banana Bread w/ Chocolate Chips
  • A hand holds a white plate with two slices of chocolate dessert topped with blueberries and sauce, viewed from above on a wooden surface.
    Marquise au Chocolat
  • A slice of pecan pie topped with a dollop of whipped cream sits on a simple, round, beige plate on a wooden surface.
    Maple Pecan Pie with Bourbon Whipped Cream
  • Irregular pieces of nut brittle coated with a thick layer of chocolate are arranged on a round ceramic plate. The brittle contains visible nuts and a golden, crunchy interior under the glossy chocolate top.
    Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Date Bark
  • Three caramelized peach halves are served on a bed of creamy mascarpone, drizzled with balsamic glaze and garnished with fresh mint leaves on a white plate with a brown rim.
    Balsamic-Glazed Grilled Peaches with Whipped Ricotta
  • A whole pumpkin pie with a golden-brown crust and smooth, orange-brown filling, viewed from above. The pie sits in a metal pie tin on a light-colored surface.
    Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie
  • A slice of cake with a baked plum half on top, dusted with powdered sugar, served on a speckled ceramic plate.
    Plum Torte
  • A slice of banana bread with chocolate chunks, topped with a scoop of yellow ice cream, served on a beige ceramic plate.
    Banana Bread w/ Olive Oil Ice Cream
  • A plate of seven chocolate chip cookies arranged in a circular pattern, with visible chunks of melted chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
    Crispy White Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • A square piece of tofu topped with a glossy, reddish-orange sauce is presented on a white plate.
    Peach Semifreddo
  • Two thick, square chocolate chip blondies sit on a light beige plate. The blondies are golden brown and topped with scattered mini chocolate chips.
    Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars
  • A baked cheesecake with a golden-brown top and slightly burnt edges, sitting on parchment paper. One slice has been cut and partially removed, revealing a creamy interior.
    Salted Caramel Burnt Basque Cheesecake
  • A slice of moist cake topped with piped whipped cream and a drizzle of syrup, served on a rustic plate with syrup and crushed nuts around it.
    EVOO & Pistachio Olive Oil Cake with Lemon Mascarpone
  • A rectangular slice of pink dessert topped with red and yellow fruit sauces, served on a dark plate with a glossy, artistic smear and scattered golden crumbs.
    Strawberry Semifreddo

Popular Recipes

  • Crispy skin Ora King salmon resting on snap pea pesto with roasted broccoli alongside
    Crispy Skin Ora King Salmon with Snap Pea Pesto and Roasted Broccoli
  • Two corn tortilla tacos filled with spiced ground beef, diced onion, cilantro and crema, with a lime wedge
    Quick Ground Beef Tacos
  • Soft scrambled eggs with crispy browned ground beef and chives on a ceramic plate
    Ground Beef and Egg Scramble
  • Two brioche buns holding venison boudin blanc sausages under venison chili, melted cheese, creme fraiche and chopped dill, on a pale oval plate over an end-grain butcher block.
    Chili Cheese Dogs with Venison Boudin Blanc
  • Two lamb chops sliced from a rack, a herb and mustard crust along the top edge, rare in the middle, on a white plate with pan sauce and a crisp smashed potato.
    How to Cook Rack of Lamb
  • Two lamb chops sliced from a rack, a herb and mustard crust along the top edge, rare in the middle, on a white plate with pan sauce and a crisp smashed potato.
    Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb with Mustard Pan Sauce

Seasonal Recipes

  • Two grilled lamb chops topped with green chimichurri sauce, served on a black plate with a generous smear of creamy white tzatziki sauce.
    How to Cook Lamb Chops
  • A plated dish featuring a piece of glazed meat with a creamy white sauce artistically swirled on a beige plate, drizzled with brown sauce, with a jar of seasoning partially visible in the corner.
    Pork Coppa: What the Cut Is and How to Cook It
  • A bowl of casarecce in tomato sauce beside a bottle of Bona Furtuna passata.
    Two-Ingredient Passata Sauce
  • A plate with sliced cooked duck breast, arugula, and a grilled half peach, with bottles of balsamic glaze and sherry cooking wine nearby on a dark surface.
    Cast Iron Pork Chops, Sherry Pan Sauce, Balsamic-Lacquered Peaches
  • Six dishes finished with beurre blanc: halibut with caviar, seared scallops, roasted asparagus, a potato rosti, salmon with dill beurre blanc, and shaved asparagus with caviar.
    Beurre Blanc
  • Sun-dried tomato hummus with handmade pita
    Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus with Handmade Pita

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