Turrón is Spanish nougat that’s a popular Christmas candy. As soon as the holiday season begins, you start to see turrón everywhere. Turrón comes in hundreds of varieties and flavors, but the classic is made with almonds. This recipe for turrón de Alicante is loaded with toasted almonds and caramel-honey flavor.
Authorthe Sunday Baker
Originally from Maine, I started baking at Two Fat Cats Bakery in Portland before moving to Europe. I’ve lived in Barcelona, Madrid, and now I find myself in the middle of London’s Bermondsey Beer Mile.
Tarte au Chocolat: French Chocolate Tart
This French chocolate tart with shortcrust pastry is incredibly decadent. It’s extravagant enough on its own, needing no garnishes or frills. While it may look humble,
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Gevulde Speculaaskoeken: Almond Filled Spice Cookies
Gevulde koeken and a hot cup of coffee are a gezellig cold-weather ritual. And naturally, I had to mix the comforting spices from speculaas cookies with the classic gevulde koek.
Pain d’Épices: French Gingerbread Cake
Pain d’épices is warm with comforting baking spices, rich rye flour, and flavorful honey. It’s a French classic that’s easy and quick to make and doesn’t require a mixer.
Panellets: Catalan Pine Nut Cookies
Panellets are a traditional Catalan cookie made from marzipan and pine nuts served for Tots Sants, or All Saints’ Day. They’re sweet and nutty, with a
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Appeltaart: Dutch Apple Pie
You can probably tell from all the Dutch recipes I’ve posted, that I’m a fan of Dutch baking. And of all Dutch desserts, the classic appeltaart
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Torta di Mele: Italian Apple Cake
Torta di mele is a classic homemade Italian cake that you can serve as a merenda alongside a strong cup of coffee or even for a sweet breakfast.