This classic Italian apple dessert is a wonderful way to welcome the crisp days of autumn.
Tag: Cakes and Tortes
Torta Rustica di Mele
Torta Maria Luisa
(Latin marmalade-filled layer cake)
A simple yet elegant cake from Colombia and El Salvador. Moist layers of white cake are spread with fruit preserves, stacked and sprinkled with powdered sugar.
Torta di Noci
(Italian walnut cake)
Walnuts (noci) are a favorite of the Italians, and this simple, dense cake makes excellent use of their rich, round flavor.
Torta di Mele
(Italian apple torte)
Torta di mele is a typical Tuscan dessert. Tuscans are known for finding all kinds of ways to use up leftover bread, and day-old bread is best for this recipe.
Malva Pudding
(South African apricot-flavored baked pudding)
South African Cape cuisine brings us malva pudding, a mouthwatering piece of homecooking that shows up at many a family gathering.
Makový Koláč
(Czech poppy seed torte)
Variations of the poppy seed torte are found throughout Central and Eastern Europe. This recipe is a simple, flourless version from the Czech Republic.
Lekach
(Israeli Jewish honey cake)
This spiced honey cake is a traditional dessert during Rosh Hashanah when sweet dishes symbolize a sweet New Year on the Jewish calendar.
Coca-Cola Cake
(American cocoa-cola cake)
This fun cake originated in the Southern part of the United States. Bake one up when you find yourself stuck with some flat leftover soda. A favorite for birthday parties.
Blitzkuchen mit Obst
(German quick and easy coffeecake with fruit)
German for "lightening cake," this sweet streusel confection comes together in a flash and is the perfect way to use up all kinds of seasonal fruit.
Bienmesabe de Coco
(Venezuelan coconut cream cake)
This recipe is for bienmesabe as it's made in Venezuela. Cake or ladyfingers are layered with coconut cream and topped with meringue for a decadently rich and sweet treat.