Pa de pessic (traditional Catalan sponge cake): like chewing a cloud
Spongy cakes can be hypnotic and this one, original from my natal Catalonia, will not let you down at tea time.
Spanish yogurt cake: the simplest tea time snack
It is named after its main ingredient, but also because everything was once measured using a yogurt cup. Some people still use this system to make it.
Natillas (Spanish custard): the first dessert I learnt to cook
The main difference with the English recipe is the use of cinnamon and citrus peels that provide a unique, aromatic flavour. This way, you can eat it on its own.
Spanish pumpkin and chocolate cake: the dessert that won Masterchef’s jury heart
Its texture is the softest I have ever tried in a cake, like if you were biting a cloud. The chocolate layer on top just crowns up a perfect dish for this autumn.
Spanish rice pudding: attempting to cook my grandma’s recipe
Whether at restaurants or households, rice pudding is a Spanish classic. It is a perfect lunch ending or even a nice merienda. The secret lies on how the milk is flavoured using different ingredients
Torrijas: better than French toasts
At the doors of Easter, the first dessert recipe of the blog is a well-known of these days. Torrijas are present in every Spanish household or confectionery store. An easy-to-make and flavourful recipe that you will repeat every now and…
