Cooking At Home: How Sweet

When it comes to family gatherings, I became the de facto dessert-bringer many, many years ago. I even made my niece's wedding cake last year. There's always plenty of food at a Perron party, and we never lack for veggie trays, cheese and, of course, potatoes. But I go to a party for one thing: dessert. And if that means I must make it, I'm good with that. My personal favorite is always cake (I LOVE cake), but I'm cool with something simple too. A little bite of dark chocolate or a piece (or two!) of licorice is enough to satisfy most days. 

There are plenty of easy ideas for desserts and sweet treats in our Bakery Department, including a new favorite cake of mine, our Signature Almond Cake (pictured).

If you're looking to add a bit of extra fun to the table without adding to your holiday to-do list, these sweet, simple dessert pairings listed below are an easy-peasy place to start. Whether it's a casual family meal or a formal dinner party, these ideas add a touch of sweetness to your table while keeping entertaining effortless.

• Ice-cold milk and warm cookies
• Kowalski's Signature Pecan Pie Bars with Kowalski's Signature Maple Brown Sugar Bourbon Ice Cream
• Cheesecake with lingonberry jam
• Hot cocoa with candy canes
• Shortbread and mulled wine
• Truffles and espresso
• Candied pecans and cold eggnog
• Aged Cheddar and salted almonds with port wine
• Dark chocolate with whiskey
• Toasted panettone with mascarpone and coffee
• Holiday fruit assortment with pomegranates, clementines and pears
• Kowalski’s Signature Peppermint Brownie Ice Cream and Kowalski’s Signature Iced Brownies
• Amaretti cookies and cappuccino
• Dubai Sundae Minis (pictured) – Kowalski's Signature Pistachio Ice Cream in a phyllo cup with warm fudge sauce, tahini, sesame seeds, chopped pistachios and optional dried flowers. Click here for the recipe.