Espresso Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Coffee and chocolate. This is a great flavor combination. Mix this into a shortbread cookie and you have a winner. These cookies are super easy to make and using the zip-lock bag for rolling them out makes cleanup a breeze. Thanks to Donna of Life's to Short Not to Eat Dessert First for picking this recipe.

Crunchy and Custardy Peach Tart

The good, the bad, and the ugly. That is the best way to describe this weeks Tuesdays with Dorie. Tarts and buttery streusel topping. I love them. They are the good. Peaches and almond extract. While I won't say that they are bad, they are just not my favorite. Peach cobbler and peach ice cream are about as far as I go when it comes to peaches. I know I'm southern but peaches are just not that high on my list. Sorry. And worst of all the ugly. I was hoping for a beautiful golden brown topping for my tart, but sadly I burned the crust while trying to get it. Beautiful golden custard and streusel topping and super ugly burnt tart crust. Boo. I have to say that I enjoyed this tart much more than I expected, even with the over done crust. Thanks to Rachel of sweet tarte for picking this recipe.

Chocolate Ganache Ice Cream

This ice cream is cool, creamy. and has a wonderful chocolate flavor. Just right for a hot summer day. If you like chocolate ice cream you will love this I promise. Thanks to Katrina of Baking and Boys for picking this recipe.

Gingered Carrot Cookies

This week the Tuesdays with Dorie group is making cookies, Gingered Carrot Cookies that is and they were the pick of Natalie of gatti fili e farina. I have never made carrot cookies so I was excited to make these. These cookies have a really thick batter. There are more add ins than batter when you are finished mixing up the dough. I was really surprised with the way these cookies baked. They didn't spread very much and where very light and slightly crunchy. The verdict - they were a hit in my house.

TWD Chewy Chunky Blondies

Welcome back old friend. I have missed you. With my husbands love of brownies and my children's love for Derby pie I have ignored you. I am sorry. How could I forget about something so tasty and easy to make? I love blondies and these were great. Thanks Dorie for reminding me.

If you would like the recipe for these wonderful bars head over to Cookies on Friday by
Nicole.

Lot's of Ways Banana Cake - TWD

; This may be the most forgiving cake ever. Dorie gives all sorts of variations for making this cake. You just can't go wrong. I love bananas and coconut so this was the perfect summer treat for me. I made a single layer and sprinkled it with confectioners sugar and topped it with whipped cream. This cake is quick and simple to make and extremely yummy. I think this recipe would be wonderful for cupcakes. I can't wait to try. Thanks to Kimberly of Only Creative Opportunities for picking this recipe.

Brrrr-ownies for Tuesdays with Dorie

If you like the combination of chocolate and mint, then you will love these brownies. They are rich and gooey and have a wonderful chocolate flavor. Then you get the wonderful bonus of cool peppermint patties in every bite. Cool and refreshing. Perfect for beating the summer heat. Thanks to Karen of Our Crazy Blessed Life for picking this recipe.