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Bring Gourmet to your Every Day – A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
Bring Gourmet to your Every Day – A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
Bring Gourmet to your Every Day - A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
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  • Make your brunch even more memorable with sweet Carrot Cake Tamales. Combining the best elements of dessert and tradition, these tamales are filled with spiced carrot goodness and offer a fun surprise for your guests #SpringSweetsWeek #CarrotCakeLoversUnite #TamaleTuesdayTreats #GourmetTamales #SavoryDesserts #InstaFoodieFavs

    A Unique Twist on Tamales – Carrot Cake Tamales

    March 27, 2026March 28, 2026 Dessert, Easter, Holiday Cookies, Holidays, No Bake Desserts

    Make your easter brunch even more memorable with sweet Carrot Cake Tamales. Combining the best elements of dessert and tradition, these tamales are filled with spiced carrot goodness and offer a fun surprise for your guests. Serve with cream cheese icing for an extra-special finish. 

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  • Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and spicy with this Easy Skillet Ginger Peach Crisp 🔥🍑 Perfect for a cozy night in or impressing your friends at a tailgate party. #SkilletSweets #PeachPerfection #SimpleDessert #SummerCrisp #InstaPeachyTreat #PeachObsessed #CrispyCrumbles #DeliciousAndEasy #peachcrisp #skilletdessert #gingertreats

    Easy Skillet Ginger Peach Crisp

    September 5, 2025November 2, 2025 Dessert, Fall Recipes, No Bake Desserts
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    Prepare to have your taste buds blown away with the irresistible flavors of this Easy Skillet Ginger Peach Crisp.  Say goodbye to boring desserts and hello to a delicious new fall favorite!

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  • Elevate your ice cream game with this delicious cherry pie mascarpone ice cream. Trust us, it's worth the brain freeze.   July is Ice Cream Month.  And July 9th is Ice Cream Social Day.  That’s why I’m sharing this cherry pie mascarpone ice cream.  It was either this or beer and pretzel ice cream.  I just couldn’t find a single micro brew to use for the ice cream.  So, I went with option two in this cherry ice cream.   I made a pistachio mascarpone ice cream a little while ago.  It was rich, creamy, and oh so delicious.  And the mascarpone helped keep the ice cream from freezing rock hard.  I could somewhat easily scoop it out the next day.  Since I had success then, I thought I’d try adding mascarpone to this ice cream recipe, too.       Where does ice cream come from?   The story of ice cream’s invention is woven through centuries and across continents.  Like most recipes, its true origins are hidden in legend and innovation. Ancient Chinese emperors are said to have enjoyed frozen treats made from milk and rice.  They chilled this treat with snow brought down from the mountains. The Persian empire made sharbat crafted from fruit, honey, and snow to cool the summer heat. Sounds like sorbet to me!  The Renaissance Italians refined the idea further.  They created gelato by blending milk, cream, sugar, and flavorings together.   By the 17th century, ice cream had reached France and then England.  As with most cultural culinary creations, it became a favorite among royals and aristocrats. Over time, each culture added its own flair.  And over time ice cream evolved from rare luxury to beloved everyday indulgence.  There are more flavors than I can count.  This is a reflection of how versatile and customizable this treat truly is.     Custard vs. Non-Custard Ice Cream   At the heart of every ice cream recipe lies a decision: custard-based or not? There are some purists who swear that only custard-based ice cream is TRUE ice cream.  It is known as the French-style ice cream.  This type of ice cream consists of a custard base made with egg yolks, sugar, and cream.  This results in a rich, velvety texture.   Non-custard, or Philadelphia-style, skips the eggs in favor of simplicity and a lighter taste. The base in this ice cream omits the eggs and cooking time completely.  It saves time, but can make for a harder scoop on the second day as there’s little fat to keep crystals from forming.     Ice Cream vs. Sorbet vs. Sherbet: What’s the Difference?   In the world of frozen desserts, these are sometimes used interchangeably, but each offers a distinct experience.  Ice cream has a diary base at the very least.  And can have a custard base with the addition of eggs.  Sorbet has no dairy at all.  It relies on fruit and sugar or simple syrup making for a vibrant fruit treat.  Sherbet is a combination of the two.  It adds a little dairy to the fruit and sugar.   What is Mascarpone?   Mascarpone is a fresh, silky cheese beloved for its subtle sweetness and creamy texture.  It originated in from Lombardy, Italy.  It is best known for being part of tiramisu.  But this versatile cheese lends a depth to both sweet and savory dishes. Some use in cheesecake and some fold it into pasta.  But when folded into ice cream, it brings a an exquisite creaminess that elevates every bite.     Tips for Keeping Your Ice Cream from Freezing Rock Solid   Homemade ice cream has a tendency to harden in the freezer, but you can keep your scoops soft and creamy with a few key strategies.  I combined sugar and honey in this recipe.  Honey doesn’t freeze solid.  It just thickens thus making it a good way to keep your ice cream being rock solid.  Another ingredient that doesn’t freeze is alcohol.  Just a little goes a long way.  A tablespoon of alcohol lowers the freezing point which prevents your cherry ice cream from freezing solid.  Some swear by parchment on top of the ice cream, but that hasn’t necessarily worked for me.   The final trick I have not used yet.  I forgot to buy some for this recipe.  Xantham gum or guar gum.  Both gums are stabilizers for ice cream.  They improve the texture and prevent crystals from forming, which causes ice cream to be rock solid.    P6H   Guar gum is natural polysaccharide derived from guar beans.  It acts as a thickening agent to and create a smoother, creamier ice cream.  Xantham gum has similar properties, but it’s a polysaccharide produced by fermenting simple sugars with a specific bacterium.     Ingredients to make Cherry Pie Mascarpone Ice Cream   Pantry ingredients – sugar, honey, vanilla extract, salt Refrigerator ingredients – eggs, milk, cream, mascarpone cheese, cherries, pie crust   Instructions to Make This Cherry Ice Cream Recipe   First, we start with making the custard base.  Whip the yolks with the sugar and the honey until light and creamy.  Stir in the milk, whipping cream, vanilla, and salt.  Pour the mixture into a medium saucepan.  Cook the custard on medium heat and stir every 3 to 5 minutes to keep the eggs from curdling.  Coat the back of a spoon with the custard.  Drag your finger down the back of the spoon.  If the custard doesn’t fill in that line then it’s ready.   P7V   Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to catch and bits of cooked egg.  Let the custard cool in the fridge. Or prepare a larger bowl with ice to cool it down faster.  When it’s cool enough pour the custard in your ice cream maker.  Follow the instructions for your ice cream maker to mix the ice cream.    While the custard is cooling, cook the pie crust at 450 for 7 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.  When the ice cream is finished mixing, stir in the chopped cherries.  Break the pie crust up into pieces and stir those into the ice cream.  Spoon the ice cream into an airtight container. Put plastic wrap on top of the ice cream, like you do with custard, before sealing the container.  Chill the ice cream for 2 to 4 hours or overnight.  Garnish with cherries and pie crust pieces before serving.   P8H   What does cherry pie mascarpone ice cream taste like?   It is a rich and creamy custard ice cream that is sweet with a lovely flavor of vanilla.  The mascarpone makes the ice cream even more creamy and rich.  It is a luxuriously smooth ice cream recipe that is irresistible.  It’s not your regular store brought ice cream.  You can taste the richness that the mascarpone brings to the party.   I used frozen sweet cherries for this ice cream.  They were not overly sweet and had a hint of tart that goes well with the rich, vanilla flavored custard ice cream base.  If you have fresh cherries that are ripe and sweet, feel free to use those.  Then there’s the salty and crunchy bits of pie crust that rounds out all the flavors in this ice cream.  It’s a fun ice cream that’s also rich and luxurious.

    Cherry Pie Mascarpone Ice Cream is the Ultimate Summer Treat

    July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 Dessert, Frozen Desserts, No Bake Desserts

    Elevate your ice cream game with this delicious cherry pie mascarpone ice cream. Trust us, it’s worth the brain freeze.

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  • Looking for a show-stopping dessert for your Easter celebration? Look no further than this easy and delicious No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake. #SpringSweetsWeek #EasterTreat #NoBakeCheesecake #EasterDessert #NoBakeRecipe #EasterTreats #NoBakeDesserts #SaltedCaramelCheesecake #SpringSweetsWeek #CheesecakeLovers

    Surprise Your Guests with No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake

    March 24, 2025February 14, 2026 Dessert, Easter, Holiday Baking, Holidays, No Bake Desserts
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    Indulge in a heavenly treat with our no bake salted caramel cheesecake! Creamy, rich caramel filling, topped with a sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect balance of sweet and salty.

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  • Tired of the same old desserts? Elevate your game with this Black Forest Icebox Cake. It's a delicious twist on the classic German treat. Your taste buds will thank you. #BlackForesticeboxcake #easydessertrecipes #Germandesserts #chocolateheaven #summerdesserts

    Black Forest Icebox Cake is the Ultimate Recipe You Need to Try

    August 9, 2024October 4, 2025 Cake Recipes, Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Tired of the same old desserts? Elevate your game with this Black Forest Icebox Cake. It’s a delicious twist on the classic German treat. Your taste buds will thank you.

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  • Peanut Butter Banana Icebox Cake is Simply Delicious

    Peanut Butter Banana Icebox Cake is Simply Delicious

    July 22, 2024July 22, 2024 Cake Recipes, Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Get ready to impress your friends and family with this Peanut Butter Banana Icebox Cake recipe that will have them coming back for seconds (and thirds!)

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  • Satisfy your sweet tooth with the ultimate indulgence - #BloodOrange Crepe Suzette! A citrus twist on a classic dessert that is sure to brighten up your day. #SpringSweetsWeek #dessertlover #foodie #CitrusCreations #SweetAndTangy #FruitDesserts #FrenchInspiredTreats #FlamingCrepes

    Level Up Your Brunch Game with Blood Orange Crêpe Suzette

    March 18, 2024July 8, 2025 Breakfast & Brunch, Dessert, Easter, Holidays, No Bake Desserts
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    Upgrade your brunch game with a delicious twist on a traditional French dish with this Blood Orange Crêpe Suzette.  It’s a burst of tangy sweetness in every bite!

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  • "Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Pie has 5 ingredients and whips up in under five minutes. Perfect for a backyard party or barbecue. Or just because you want some peanut butter pie. #OurFamilyTable #peanutbutterpie #nobakepie #peanutbutter #nobakedessert

    Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Pie

    July 16, 2023March 17, 2025 Dessert, No Bake Desserts, Pie Recipes
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    Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Pie has 5 ingredients and whips up in under five minutes. Perfect for a backyard party or barbecue. Or just because you want some peanut butter pie.

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  • Family gatherings and summer backyard parties have started for the season. Don’t stress over simple desserts to celebrate. Here are 10+ Desserts to Celebrate Summer. #SummerParty #easydesserts #summertreats #summerdessert

    Make these 10+ Desserts to Celebrate Summer

    June 18, 2023August 28, 2023 Bar Desserts, Cake Recipes, Dessert, Frozen Desserts, No Bake Desserts, Pie Recipes

    Family gatherings and summer backyard parties have started for the season. Don’t stress over simple desserts to celebrate. Here are 10+ Desserts to Celebrate Summer. #SummerParty #easydesserts #summertreats #summerdessert

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  • Key Lime Curd Mousse is creamy with a sweet and tangy flavor. I used leftover key lime curd, but you can easily make your own in the microwave. #BrunchWeek #keylimes #microwavecurd #dessert #easymousse

    Key Lime Curd Mousse is super easy to make!

    April 24, 2023July 8, 2025 #BloggingEvents, Breakfast & Brunch, Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Key Lime Curd Mousse is creamy with a sweet and tangy flavor. I used leftover key lime curd, but you can easily make your own in the microwave. #BrunchWeek #keylimes #microwavecurd #dessert #easymousse

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  • This Simple Mango Mousse Recipe is Super Easy

    This Simple Mango Mousse Recipe is Super Easy

    March 22, 2023April 5, 2024 #BloggingEvents, Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Mango Mousse has so much fresh mango flavor in this dessert. It whips up in no time and will delight your guests with its mango packed flavor.

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  • Wicked Witch Icebox Cake is as green as the wicked witch, but tastes deliciously sweet and is full of pistachio flavor. It’s a quick and easy dessert to whip up for your Halloween parties. #HalloweenTreatsWeek #iceboxcake #WickedWitch #pistachio

    Wicked Witch Icebox Cake

    October 3, 2022November 24, 2023 #BloggingEvents, Dessert, Holidays, No Bake Desserts
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    Wicked Witch Icebox Cake is as green as the wicked witch, but tastes deliciously sweet and is full of pistachio flavor. It’s a quick and easy dessert to whip up for your Halloween parties.

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  • Homemade Banana Pudding has 5 ingredients and is made with ingredients you probably have on hand right now! There’s no need for pudding mix! #DairyMonth

    Homemade Banana Pudding

    June 22, 2022August 20, 2022 Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Homemade Banana Pudding has 5 ingredients you probably have on hand right now! There’s no need for pudding mix! It is sweet, delicious, and full of banana flavor.

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  • Icebox Mocha Cake is easy to assemble with simple ingredients. The chocolate cookies absorb all the flavors of the pudding and make for rich layers. #ChocolateWeek

    Icebox Mocha Cake

    January 24, 2022January 19, 2025 Cake Recipes, Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Icebox Mocha Cake is easy to assemble with simple ingredients. The chocolate cookies absorb all the flavors of the pudding and make for rich layers.

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  • Chocolate Chip Pecan Truffles are healthy cookie truffles! Made with Nairn’s chocolate chip grams and Millican Pecan’s scrumptious pecan butter, these truffles are guilt free and wholesome. #FallFlavors

    Chocolate Chip Pecan Truffles

    September 14, 2021October 4, 2025 #BloggingEvents, Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Chocolate Chip Pecan Truffles are healthy cookie truffles! Made with Nairn’s chocolate chip grahams and Millican Pecan’s scrumptious pecan butter, these truffles are guilt free and wholesome.

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  • Tropical Icebox Cake has mango and pineapple buried in the custard and mousse style filling between the graham cracker layers.  It's simple and simply delicious. #SummerDessertWeek

    Tropical Icebox Cake

    July 6, 2020October 26, 2024 Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Tropical Icebox Cake has mango and pineapple buried in the custard and mousse style filling between the graham cracker layers.  It’s simple and simply delicious.

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  • Made with blackberry shortcake coffee this Blackberry Tiramisu tastes perfectly delicious. The coffee soaked lady fingers have a hint of raspberry liquor. #SpringSweetsWeek #BlackberryTiramisuDelights #DessertLoversUnite #BerryDelicious #SweetIndulgence #TiramisuObsession

    Blackberry Tiramisu

    March 29, 2020May 25, 2025 Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Made with blackberry shortcake coffee this Blackberry Tiramisu tastes perfectly delicious.  The coffee soaked lady fingers have a hint of raspberry liquor.

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  • Oozing Caramel Truffles have a sweet and creamy caramel center encased in rich, delicious chocolate truffle.  The caramel oozes out as soon as you bite into the dark truffle making them perfectly delicious. #HalloweenTreatseWeek

    Oozing Caramel Truffles

    October 8, 2019July 7, 2025 Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Oozing Caramel Truffles have a sweet and creamy caramel center encased in rich, delicious chocolate truffle.  The caramel oozes out as soon as you bite into the dark truffle making them perfectly delicious.

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  • No Bake Banana Split Cake

    No Bake Banana Split Cake

    June 23, 2019October 20, 2024 Cake Recipes, Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    No Bake Banana Split Cake taste just like a banana split! With banana pudding, strawberry topping, pineapple, and chocolate sauce it’ll be a new family favorite!

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  • Summer Berry Pudding

    Summer Berry Pudding

    April 30, 2019November 26, 2023 Dessert, No Bake Desserts
    14 Comments

    Summer fresh berries are combined with hearty bread in a pseudo-traditional English Summer Berry Pudding.  Packed with strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries, it’s a simple and refreshing summer dessert.

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  • Take your taste buds on a journey with Raspberries and Cream Panna Cotta. It's a velvety smooth treat bursting with fresh raspberry flavor. #PannaCottaPerfection #DeliciouslyDecadent #RaspberryLove #CreamyDreamy #InstaFoodieFaves #foodiefind #dessertheaven #raspberryobsessed #pannacottaobsession

    Raspberries and Cream Panna Cotta

    July 6, 2014May 26, 2025 Dessert, No Bake Desserts
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    Fresh and flavorful raspberry gelatin sits atop deliciously creamy panna cotta. This Raspberries and Cream Panna Cotta is deliciously low to no fat and can easily be low carb. Perfect for a cool, summer dessert.

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