Cakes, Italian Recetas

Struffoli (honey balls)

A Christmas favorite in Italian households. When I was growing up in my home there was always a bowl of these available to munch on with milk or,…

Ciambellone Classico (Classic Pound Cake-Italian Style) copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati

This is the classic Italian pound…

Chocolate Almond ' Torta Caprese ' flourless cake torte

This chocolate, almond based ' Torta Caprese ' is an Italian dessert icon. The luscious flourless cake got…

PLUM buttermilk torte cake {GF option also}

Inspired by the generous plum pickings off my friend's bountiful fruit tree. The essence of lemon and almonds…

Ricotta Orange Chocolate torta cake {GF option also}

Inspired by a cake Hubby and I had in a 'Pensione' in Sardinia, Italy. This recipe was re-created from just a…

Sicilian Cake

This Sicilian cake is traditional from the ricotta to the crushed pineapple and rum. Topped off with cherries and chocolate chips, this is…

Apple Pecan Raisin spice torte cake {GF option also}

Inspired by my Mother-in-law's favourite and super simple apple cake squares. This is a no-fail, foolproof…

Frittelle carnival treats

Hurray it's that time of the year again! It's carnival, so it's time to make those addictive deep fried, gorgeous cakes. Every year for me has…

Torta Pane e Cioccolata (Bread & Chocolate Cake) copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati