Italian Dessert Recipes

This creamy, smooth Caffè Gelato (Coffee) is made with rich espresso and egg yolks, and ready in about four hours. Pulling the freshly churned dessert from the machine releases an intense roasted aroma that fills the kitchen. I always keep a batch frozen for a quick afternoon treat. Try More Gelato Recipes: Why You Will …

This creamy rich Amarena Gelato (Sour Cherry) is made with whole milk, egg yolks, and Fabbri Amarena cherries and ready in 4 hours 30 minutes. Folding the thick ruby syrup into the churned base creates beautiful dark streaks throughout the pale cream. I always make a double batch during summer weekends because it disappears quickly. …

This creamy Homemade Italian Pistachio Gelato Recipe is made with pure pistachio paste, rich egg yolks, and whole milk, ready in 4 hours and 30 minutes. The pale green custard slowly churns into a dense, velvety frozen dessert. I always keep a batch in the freezer for when I need a taste of Italy. Try …

This smooth Italian Salted Caramel Gelato Recipe is made with heavy cream, egg yolks, and flaky sea salt, ready in 4 hours. The dark amber sugar bubbles furiously as you pour in the warm dairy, creating a deeply toasted base. I love keeping a batch of this in the freezer for sudden dessert cravings. Try …

This rich, creamy Gordon Ramsay Italian Tiramisu is made with mascarpone, strong espresso, and crisp ladyfingers, ready in 2 hours and 20 minutes. Dusting the final layer of fluffy cream with bitter cocoa powder creates a striking visual contrast before serving. I love making this when I need an impressive dessert without touching the oven. …

This rich, custardy Ina Garten Italian Panettone Bread Pudding is made with sweet panettone, heavy cream, and orange zest, and ready in 1 hour. The sweet, fruit-studded bread acts like a sponge, soaking up the orange liqueur custard before baking into a golden, puffed dessert. I usually make this right after the holidays when I …

This creamy layered Ina Garten Italian Tiramisu is made with rich mascarpone, strong espresso, and ready in 12 hours 30 minutes. You lift the first serving out of the dish and reveal perfectly distinct, coffee-soaked layers. I rely on this classic dessert whenever I need a foolproof make-ahead option for dinner guests. Why This Classic …

This creamy spongey Pioneer Woman Italian Tiramisu is made with rich mascarpone and espresso-soaked ladyfingers, ready in 4 hours. Spreading the thick cream over the coffee-infused cookies releases an irresistible cocoa aroma. I love making this a day ahead to let the flavors deeply meld together. Why This Classic Works I used to find layered …

This silky creamy Gordon Ramsay Italian Panna Cotta is made with double cream, vanilla bean, and gelatine, ready in 4 hours 25 minutes. Turning the chilled dessert out onto a plate to reveal its perfect, gentle wobble is pure satisfaction. I always keep a batch in the fridge when hosting dinner parties. The Secret To …

This rich, custard-soaked Italian Bread Pudding is made with leftover panettone, whole milk, and orange zest, and ready in 60 minutes. The crust develops a beautiful golden crunch while the center remains incredibly soft and creamy. I always bake this when I have holiday bread left over. Why This Classic Works I used to struggle …