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DIY Desserts

From strawberry shortcake and honey flan to carrot cake whoopie pies and lavender blueberry ice cream, get the party started with fresh and fruity desserts featuring all the flavors of spring. Happy cooking!

  • NorCal Trifle

    Filed under: Desserts, Custards

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    Bright, fresh and decadent only begin to describe this luscious take on the classic English trifle. Made by layering pound cake, lemon curd, fresh berries and whipped cream, this new classic is as tasty as it is beautiful.

  • Honey Flan

    Filed under: Desserts, Eggs & Dairy

    Honey Flan on plate

    Put a sweet spin on traditional flan by using fragrant, floral honey to create the custard and caramel.

  • Lavender Shortbread Sandwich Cookies

    Filed under: Desserts, Cookies

    Lavender Shortbread Sandwich Cookies

    Whether you’re a lavender lover or just have a few extra of these edible flowers in your garden, you’ll want to get your mixer ready for these lavender shortbread cookies with a luscious lemon curd filling. 

  • Lemon Olive Oil Cake

    Filed under: Desserts, Cakes

    Lemon Olive Oil Cake

    This lovely lemon cake only gets better with a fresh lemon curd filling, rich mascarpone frosting and sweet strawberry sauce to top it off.

  • Berry Crostatas

    Filed under: Desserts, Fruits

    Berry Crostata

    These beautiful crostatas combine the creaminess of ricotta with the sweetness of fresh berries and a crispy puff pastry base.