Desserts
I feel like I’m a completely different chef when it comes to desserts. It triggers a hyper-creative part of my brain. Savory food always seems to stem from some pre-existing dish or reference that you riff off of, but the starting point for sweets all comes down to techniques. And once you master those, everything else is fair game.
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Tres Leches Cake
55 mins – Tres leches cake is one of my favorite cakes. Cold cake soaked in a delicious milky sauce is the perfect way to enjoy any day. For a fun twist, substitute 1 cup of whole milk with 1 cup of coffee concentrate. It is like if a tiramisu and tres leches had a…
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Carrot Cake
1hr 5mins – This was my brother’s favorite cake. I personally think it is best when made with oil instead of butter because the oil produces a more moist cake. When you add butter and cream cheese as the frosting, it will be the perfect balance. This version also has candied nuts on the outside,…
