Escape to France with These 26 Nice-To-Cook Desserts

Dreaming of a Parisian getaway? You don't have to hop on a plane to enjoy the flavors of France. This collection of 26 delicious desserts will transport your taste buds right to the heart of France.

From classic favorites like chocolate éclairs and decadent fruit tarts to lighter options like creamy mousse and melt-in-your-mouth creme brûlée, there's something for every craving. With easy-to-follow recipes and simple ingredients, you can whip up these delightful treats in your own kitchen.

Dacquoise Cake

Super delicate layers of almond meringue are filled with mascarpone whipped cream and fresh berries. Almond Dacquoise is a special treat you'll quickly fall in love with. Get the recipe.

Chocolate Eclairs

This easy Chocolate Eclair Recipe is one of the most famous and most delicious desserts ever created. And I'm going to help you make this classic French treat at home. Get the recipe.

Homemade Truffles Recipe

Everyone likes truffles. These tiny chocolate balls are full of a delicious goodness. If made right, the truffles are a great source of vitamins. Get the recipe.

Paris-Brest

Paris-Brest, a delicate ring shape Choux pastry with Hazelnut Praline Crème Mousseline filling, is definitely the Queen of French pastries! Crispy Pâte à Choux bonds together with silky, nutty Creme Mousseline filling in my Classic French recipe! Get the recipe.

Raspberry Crepe Cake

This beautiful Raspberry Crepe Cake recipe is an easy yet impressive dessert you can make for any special occasion or just because you crave something sweet. Delicious and is sure to please your family and friends. Get the recipe.

Apple Tarte Tatin

This Apple Tarte Tatin will give you a classic French dessert easily at home with the most delicious flavor. It features caramelized apples and buttery puff pastry! Get the recipe.

Orange Creme Brûlée

Hands down, the Best Creme Brûlée Recipe is right here. Easy-peasy, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert your family and friends will devour in no time and ask for seconds. Get the recipe.

Chocolate Eclair Cake

Lighter than air and utterly delicious Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe for when your tooth craves something sweet. A distant relative of traditional Chocolate Eclair, this beautiful dessert is perfect for special events or weekend baking with the kids. Get the recipe.

Blueberry Clafoutis

Blueberry Clafoutis is a fast dessert that is easy on the eyes and chock-full of fresh blueberries. Get the recipe.

Mille Feuille

Mille Feuille is a classic French pastry defined by its alternating flaky pastry layers and smooth cream filling. This recipe makes the French treat easy to follow, breaking it down step by step so that you can recreate the beautiful bakery treat right in your own kitchen. Get the recipe.

Lavender Creme Brûlée

Prepare to fall madly in love with creamy, decadent, and mouthwatering, Lavender Creme Brulee. It is no doubt one of the easiest and most delicious desserts ever. Get the recipe.

Financiers

These Financiers are just like the classic French petit fours. They are small, yet pack a wallop of flavor and texture, being rich with almond meal, sugar, and butter. They are moist, a little crumbly from the almonds, and sweet but not too sweet.  Get the recipe.

Strawberry Charlotte Cake

This No-bake French Strawberry Charlotte cake recipe (Charlotte aux Fraises) consists of fluffy ladyfingers in and around the cake filled with incredibly silky Crème mousseline (pastry cream enriched with butter), and delicious fresh strawberries. Get the recipe.

Palmier Cookies

These deliciously sweet and buttery Palmier cookies are perfectly light, crispy, and crunchy perfection with each bite! Made with just a package of store-bought puff pastry and a bit of sugar, this 2-ingredient easy recipe comes together in just 40 minutes! Get the recipe.

Mini Chocolate Eclairs

If you ever wanted to make chocolate eclairs, but hesitated, start with this recipe of Mini Chocolate Eclairs. They are easier and faster to make that traditional eclairs and taste absolutely scrumptious. Although the recipe makes a huge batch of mini eclairs, be warned - they will be gone before you know it.:) Get the recipe.

French Toast Brioche

French toast brioche is the perfect dish for lazy weekends when all you want is a nice brunch to start the day! In my recipe I will take you through on how to make the perfect French toast from scratch, using my brioche recipe, and how to garnish it so it will be the highlight of you day. Get the recipe.

Lemon Tartlets

These Lemon Tartlets are creamy, lemon curd filled pastries that are totally a crowd-pleaser. Restaurant-style dessert perfect for holidays or special occasions. Get the recipe.

Strawberry Galette

Making this easy Strawberry Galette recipe takes literally zero effort with incredible delicious results, the most perfect Spring and Summer pie! Flaky and buttery pie crust - that comes together in 3 minutes - loaded with strawberries and baked to perfection! Get the recipe.

Tiramisu Choux Au Craquelin

This Tiramisu Choux au craquelin (crispy cream puff) is the perfect combination of Italian Tiramisu and French Choux pastry, a showstopper dessert that will impress everyone! Crispy cream puff with creamy mascarpone filling, all dusted with cocoa powder. Its delicate texture and delicious flavor can be the star of any occasion! Get the recipe.

Pear Tarte Tatin

Easy to prepare, moist and flavorful, this Pear Tarte Tatin is a crowd-pleasing dessert. Get the recipe.

Fig Frangipane Tart 

The Frangipane tarts are sweet, fruity and nutty at the same time. They are easy to make, yet super decorative and you can impress everyone with them! Get the recipe.

Orange Tart 

With its zesty, refreshing, bittersweet filling and buttery shortcrust pastry, orange tart is the perfect dessert for all year round. Get the recipe.

Carrot Cake Vegetable Crepes with Berries

Crepes, pancakes – I love them all! Crepes make a perfect breakfast but they’re also nice for brunch, lunch or even dessert. These carrot cake crepes are especially great if you have a sweet tooth and want something healthy, too. They’re veggie breakfast crepes boasting nutrition as well as a wonderful flavour. This carrot cake inspired cake recipe is ideal for brunch or if you are craving a sweet and savoury crepe. Get the recipe.

Lemon Macaroons

These paleo lemon macaroons are filled with bright lemon zest and lemon juice then dipped in dark chocolate for a delicious spring treat. Get the recipe.

Chocolate Tart

Indulge in a rich and smooth Chocolate Tart, a perfect dessert for any occasion. Simple recipe with luxurious taste, ready in under an hour. Get the recipe.

Creamy Mango Mousse 

This light and creamy mango mousse is the perfect way to sweeten your day! Made with fresh, pureed mangoes and topped with delicious chantilly cream, it will satisfy your sweet tooth without weighing you down. Enjoy it on its own with a bowl of ice cream, or add it to your favorite cakes and pies for a fruity treat you won't forget! Get the recipe.