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Ghost in the Graveyard Cocktail

Serve up a little black magic in the form of a cocktail made with vodka that's as dark as night-with a scoop of ghostly-white vanilla ice cream floating...

Author: Martha Stewart

Asian Pears with Star Anise Baked in Parchment

Parchment cooking is fruitful not only for savories but also for sweets. Here, applelike Asian pears,loaded with potassium, are honey-drizzled, vermouth-splashed,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Apricot Pudding

A steamed pudding is crowned by a jammy topping of pureed dried apricots cooked in Armagnac.

Author: Martha Stewart

Fresh Peach Drop Cookies

Ripe stone fruit and sweet preserves lend a double dose of peach flavor to these summery cookies. The crisp cinnamon-sugar topping yields to a tender,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Dipped Pears

The small stature and low calorie count of Forelle pears make them ideal when you need just a little something sweet, although you can dunk any type, from...

Author: Martha Stewart

Key Lime Pie

This key-lime pie can be topped with either whipped cream or meringue.

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Buttercream

Everyone should have a buttercream recipe up their sleeve -- and a little extra to lick from the mixing bowl.

Author: Martha Stewart

Double Dark Chocolate and Ginger Biscotti

The sweet spiciness of the crystallized ginger in these cookies complements the richness of the dark chocolate.

Author: Martha Stewart

Coconut Lime Bars

Lime zest, shredded coconut, and macadamia nuts give these bar cookies a decidedly tropical bent. Wrapped and tied with a bow, they make excellent holiday...

Author: Martha Stewart

Lemon Pie with Pecan Crumb Crust

As with traditional icebox desserts, this tangy pie should be served cold. It's delicious by itself, or you can spoon a dollop of whipped cream onto each...

Author: Martha Stewart

Triple Chocolate Brownie Cups

These jumbo-sized treats are a brownie lover's dream with bittersweet chocolate and milk- and white-chocolate chips. Plus they're convenient; ready to...

Author: Martha Stewart

Vegan Chocolate Cake

Who says vegan desserts can't be decadent? The bottom layer of this two-tier chocolate cake is covered with mocha icing, while the top is blanketed with...

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet Potato Coconut Casserole

It may look like a traditional sweet potato casserole at first glance, but this version gets richness from coconut milk instead of cream, and brightness...

Author: Martha Stewart

Homemade Fig Bars

A sophisticated version of the supermarket standby, these moist cookies keep well.

Author: Martha Stewart

Peppermint Hot Fudge Sundaes

Scoops of vanilla ice cream are immersed in minty hot fudge.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Pear Tart

This luscious chocolate tart is topped with sliced pears.

Author: Martha Stewart

Poached Figs with Fresh Ricotta Cheese

Dried figs are poached in a citrusy syrup and served with a dollop of fresh ricotta and a sprinkling of cinnamon.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Cream Pie

This Chocolate Cream pie is surprisingly simple to prepare. A no-bake chocolate-wafer crust is filled with a creamy milk-chocolate panna cotta and topped...

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Hearts

These Valentine's treats make will make everyone feel special.

Author: Martha Stewart

Lardy Cake

In the North of England, it is traditional to serve lardy cake on holidays and special occasions.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mocha Shortbread

Bake these mocha shortbread cookies 30 minutes for a softer texture, or 35 minutes for a more traditional crumbly texture.

Author: Martha Stewart

Old Fashioned Chocolate Layer Cake

This is one of Martha's favorite traditional chocolate layer cakes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chewy Ginger Cookies with Raisins

Using both fresh and dried ginger ensures that these cookies have a snappy flavor. For even more spicy-sweet goodness, use up to 1/3 cup fresh ginger.

Author: Martha Stewart

Louisiana Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

A pan of warm bread pudding transforms day-old bread -- plus eggs and cream -- into an indulgence. This version has Creole roots, with cubes of baguette...

Author: Martha Stewart

Turon (Banana Lumpia)

Our homage to the popular Filipino snack turon uses store-bought egg-roll skins to wrap the cinnamon sugar-encrusted bananas. The fruit becomes creamy...

Author: Riley Wofford

Maple Pumpkin Pie

This year, indulge your family and friends in a traditional pie made with healthier, more flavorful ingredients.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken and Mushroom Potpies

If you're thinking you want comfort food for dinner tonight, try this classic version of chicken potpie, which keeps the usual pate brisee crust but adds...

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Mint Leaves

Chocolate molded into the shape of mint leaves makes a heavenly garnish for our Chocolate-Mint Cupcakes and Chocolate-Mint Torte.

Author: Martha Stewart

Banana and Chocolate Triangles

Crisp triangles of phyllo dough stuffed with a sweet filling of bananas and chocolate are delicious for dessert or as a snack.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Caramel Sandwich Cookies

These bite-size sandwich cookies are perfect for a Halloween party or a lunchbox treat.

Author: Martha Stewart

Peanut Butter Toffee Cookies

These sweet and salty cookies will be gobbled up in minutes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Jellied Orange Cranberry Sauce

The natural pectin in apples means you don't have to add any gelatin to get this cranberry sauce to hold its shape. This showstopping jellied sauce requires...

Author: Martha Stewart

Peanut Butter Whoopie Pies

Our mini whoopie piesget an extra boost froma rich peanut-butter-flavored filling and a swirl of melted chocolate on top.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Flecked Layer Cake with Milk Chocolate Frosting

It's our new go-to special-occasion cake: a tall, tender beauty that's sophisticated yet easy to make. What saves the lush milk chocolate frosting from...

Author: Martha Stewart

Kiwi Ice Pops

These easy-to-prepare sweet treats, made with fresh kiwis, are delightful for outdoor entertaining. This recipe is adapted from the Everyday Food Summer...

Author: Martha Stewart

Whole Poached Salmon

A magnificent salmon can be poached, glazed, and prepared for the table in a couple of hours, then kept in the refrigerator overnight. If the salmon is...

Author: Martha Stewart

Salt Roasted Pears with Caramel Sauce

Baking a Bosc in salt intensifies its flavor; the pear arrives at the table with just a dusting of the crystals and a topping of caramel sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pate Brisee for Pies

This recipe, perfect for our Rhubarb-Strawberry Lattice Pie, is versatile and can be used for other recipes. Try our Pear Streusel, Peach-Custard Pie,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Caramel Flan

This pudim de leche is a Brazilian take on flan.

Author: Martha Stewart

Hard Sauce

Serve this hard saue with Figgy Christmas Fruit Roll, Festive Figgy Pudding, or Persimmon Pudding.

Author: Martha Stewart

Brown Butter Shortbread

Irish butter has a high butterfat content, making it especially flavorful. It's expensive to use for everyday baking but worth the splurge for this shortbread,...

Author: Martha Stewart

French Fruit Tart

A vibrant topping of berries and currants contrasts with the vanilla and sour-cream custard filling in this gorgeous French tart. There's a secret ingredient:...

Author: Martha Stewart

Madeleines

Enjoy these classic Madeleines cookies with some tea or coffee for a delicious treat.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cranberry Almond Tarts

This recipe for cranberry-almond tarts is from New York City's How Sweet It Is bakery.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cranberry And Apple Cider Sorbet

Celebrate the holidays with a touch of something sweet, made with minimum of fuss.

Author: Martha Stewart

Washington Walnut Pie

With a dense filling and sturdy crust, this rich pie holds up well on hot summer days, making it ideal for picnics.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Cakes with Ganache Glaze

Refrigerating the glazed cakes will help them set more quickly, but they will lose some of their shine. If there's time and you prefer a shiny glaze, let...

Author: Martha Stewart

Orange Glaze for Zucchini Bundt Cake

This recipe goes with Zucchini Bundt Cake with Orange Glaze.

Author: Martha Stewart

Apricot Honey Ginger Jam

Gingered apricot jam captures the fruit’s lively flavor. Spread it on toasted raisin-nut bread or use as a filling for our Apricot and Walnut Roll...

Author: Martha Stewart

Rhubarb Crumb Cake

When tart, juicy rhubarb teams up with an orange-scented cake, dessert nirvana is achieved. The stalks offer jammy brightness and a rosy hue, and a crunchy...

Author: Martha Stewart