Tag Archives: kirsch

Cherry pithiviers

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

This #TheFridayRecipe dessert is very easy to make and so delicious, everyone will want an extra helping! The combination of fresh, juicy cherries soaked in Kirsch, the soft almond sponge and the crisp pastry is delicious served just warm with … Continue reading →

Posted in Desserts, Recipes | Tagged Butter, cherries, eggs, Flour, ground almonds, icing sugar, kirsch, pastry | Leave a comment

Swiss-style cherry clafoutis

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I’m really not a pudding person so, when I actually bother to make one, I do like it to be a crowd pleaser. This Swiss-style cherry clafoutis (inspired by a recipe from Betty’s legend Lesley Wild) is easy to make, … Continue reading →

Posted in Desserts, Recipes | Tagged Brioche, cherries, free range eggs, ground cinnamon, kirsch, swiss-style dessert | 1 Comment

Pine nut and almond tart with boozy sultanas

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

This Spanish pine nut and almond tart is one of those unassuming looking desserts that both surprises and delights as soon as you take your first bite: light crisp pastry with a golden almond filling, the crunch of the pine … Continue reading →