7 American desserts you must try at least once in your life (and their recipes!)

1. Brownies

With its dense texture and moist, soft interior, brownies is a real addiction for chocolate lovers. Its simple preparation and intense cocoa flavor have made it a worldwide favorite. The secret to a good brownie is to use excellent quality chocolate and not overcook it so that it retains its juiciness.

The popularity of this dessert is such that today there are versions for all tastes: from lemon brownies, white chocolate brownies with red fruits, to healthier options such as gluten-free zucchini brownies, an explosion of flavors for any sweet tooth!

Full recipe >> Chocolate brownies

2. Pancakes

Pancakes, or American pancakes, are the perfect option to start the day with energy. Their fluffy texture makes them a blank canvas for all kinds of toppings: you can top them with jam, cocoa butter, maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream and more.

Like brownies, pancakes have also evolved. Today you can find protein pancakes, savory pancakes filled with ham and cheese, or even mega fluffy Japanese-style pancakes - there's a pancake for every palate!

Full recipe >> Mega Fluffy American Pancakes

3. Donuts

Surely you know those irresistible, tender, ring-shaped, fried dough and glazed donuts are a classic pastry.

While traditional doughnuts are fried, healthier versions such as baked donuts have become popular.

Full recipe >>Frosted donuts

4. Cookies

There are many cookies: German spritz cookies, English Maria cookies, Scottish shortbread cookies, etc. But among all of them, the well-known American cookies stand out. These American cookies, invented in the 1930s, stand out for their crunchy outside and soft inside, usually filled with delicious chocolate chips. An essential snack in any home.

To enjoy a cookie to the fullest, we recommend eating them still a little warm, when the chocolate melts in your mouth. You can also serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to take the experience to another level.

Full recipe >> XXL Cookies

5. Carrot Cake

Carrot cake is a classic Anglo-Saxon pastry. It is characterized by its moist texture, its aroma of spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, and an irresistible cream cheese frosting with a touch of vanilla. In addition, it is a layer cake, that is, it is composed of several layers that enhance its juiciness and flavor.

This cake perfectly combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the warmth of spices, making it a delicious and surprising option worth trying.

Full recipe >> Carrot cake with nuts, Carrot cake

6. Banana Split

The banana split is the American version of the French poire belle Hélène. In this delicacy, the banana is the protagonist, accompanied by a generous amount of ice cream (usually vanilla), hot chocolate sauce and a crunch of toasted almonds. Although the banana split is a simple dessert, its mix of flavors and textures makes it an irresistible classic.

Full recipe >> Banana Split

7. New York Roll

This is the most recent dessert on our list, but no less delicious for that. The New York roll has conquered the world thanks to social networks. It is a creation with croissant dough (although it can also be made with puff pastry), filled with creams and covered with sauces or glazes.

It is a sweet that has captured the attention of many for its flaky texture and varied fillings. We love New York rolls so much we made a savoury and speculaas version of it, you have to try these! Who can resist a bite of this delicious novelty?

Full recipe >> New York roll with vanilla custard and chocolate hazelnut topping!

How about you?

We are aware that we have left out of this list many American sweet delicacies: cupcakes, pecan pie, red velvet cake, banana bread.... Would you like us to make a second part with them and their recipes?

Now, tell us, have you tried all these desserts, which one is your favorite, and do you dare to make your own versions at home?