What's Cookin' Italian Style Cuisine: quick dessert ideas

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Showing posts with label quick dessert ideas. Show all posts

Easy Funnel Cakes

Friday, April 10, 2026
Funnel cakes are fun to make with the kids and also fun to eat!

If you have ever gone to a fun festival, there are sure to be funnel cakes frying somewhere to buy on the premises.

The smell of freshly fried dough drifting through the air brings that comforting feeling with a fun atmosphere.

Funnel cakes are a popular Southern fair treat made by pouring a simple batter through a funnel (or squeeze bottle) into hot oil, creating a lacy, crispy web of golden goodness.

Once fried to perfection, they’re dusted generously with powdered sugar and then can be topped with any favorites, from fresh fruits to drizzles of honey.

But here’s the best part: you don’t have to wait for the fair to enjoy them.

Making funnel cakes at home is surprisingly easy and incredibly fun. Watching the batter swirl into those signature shapes feels a little like edible art, and the results are always deliciously rewarding.

Here in the Southern part of America, these are popular at feasts, outdoor farmer's markets, and other social concert events.



fried batter into a swirly funnel cake


Blueberry Crumble

Monday, August 28, 2023
Bursting with juicy berries, sweet-tart berries, and topped with a buttery, golden crumb topping, this easy dessert is perfect for any occasion.

Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering, celebrating the holidays, or simply craving a cozy homemade treat, this delivers that perfect comfort dessert.

Minimal prep and simple pantry ingredients, this berry crumble comes together quickly while delivering big, irresistible flavor in every bite.

Cobblers, Fruit Crumbles, and Pies have been around since the Roman Empire, and this one is sure to make any baker happy since its simplicity is a sure winner for those who want something fast and easy!

During the peak of blueberry season, we stock up on the sales and freeze them so we can enjoy this crumble dessert all year long.

Besides being a delicious blueberry dessert, it can be transformed just by substituting your favorite fruit, so don't skip the recipe if you're not a blueberry fan. We've got you covered!

The recipe below is printable, and if you would like to skip the information provided, scroll to the bottom, hit print, and all the ads disappear! Enjoy.


blueberry crumble in a pie plate