desserts
Renato Poliafito’s New Pasta Night is Now Open in Brooklyn
The pasta-focused Italian newcomer in Prospect Heights is across the street from the baker’s acclaimed Ciao, Gloria, and features a full menu and bar—and, of course, desserts.
Cannoli Donuts From Brunch King, Joey Maggiore’s Cookbook
These sweet treats combine Italian and American favorites into one ricotta cream-stuffed dish that’s great for brunch or dessert.
Strawberry Panna Cotta From the Cookbook Dolci!
In an excerpt from his new cookbook, Dolci!, Brooklyn baker and restaurateur Renato Poliafito shares a recipe for delicious strawberry panna cotta.
Dolci! is the Italian Sweets Cookbook You Need on Your Shelf
Author and baker Renato Poliafito discusses his new cookbook Dolci! American Baking With an Italian Accent, and his Brooklyn roots, in this Appetito interview.
Ricotta Olive Oil Cake for a Springtime Treat
This versatile light cake can be enjoyed any time of day and by almost anyone—it’s even gluten-free!
How to Make Mini Cannoli
These “bambini-size” cannoli made with sheep’s milk ricotta and colorful garnishes are a great treat to make for kids or when entertaining a crowd.
Gluten-Free Cannoli Brownie Bites
Finding tasty gluten-free desserts can be challenging, but that’s about to change. Make these cannoli brownies from Lindsay Grimes’ groundbreaking new cookbook Something Sweet for an Italian-influenced gluten-free treat.
Drunk Chocolate Cake
Known as Torta Ubriaca in Italy, Drunk Chocolate Cake coats the beloved dessert in a layer of red wine, in this recipe from the cookbook Giuseppe’s Easy Bakes.
When the Heart Wants Cannoli
Our contributor's passion for Italian sweets takes her to a church that houses a once-secret pastry shop with legendary cannoli.
Amaretti and Coffee Cheesecake
The 2021 Great British Bake Off winner shares a tantalizing coffee cheesecake recipe from his first cookbook, Giuseppe’s Easy Bakes.
