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Mini Berry & Matcha Mousse Cakes

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 24th, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

A selection of mini heart-shaped mousse cakes in matcha, blueberry, and raspberry flavours.

These mousse cakes are light as a cloud, creamy, and not too sweet—perfect for showcasing delicate flavours like berries or matcha. These elegant and simple little cakes finish setting in the freezer, making them ideal for making ahead and serving whenever the mood strikes. Mousse is one of my absolute favourite desserts. It’s rich and…

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Cakes

Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie for Two

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 6th, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie for Two, in a red heart-shaped skillet.

Gooey and melty and packed with chocolate chips, this cookie is pure comfort food in a pan. Perfect for sharing with your favourite person on Valentine’s Day (or eating by yourself any day of the year—I won’t judge!) Valentine’s Day is around the corner, so of course all the stores are full of heart-shaped baking…

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Cookies

Cinnamon Hearts Ice Cream

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 2nd, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

Bowl of cinnamon hearts ice cream.

Melting Cinnamon Hearts candy into cream really mellows out their flavour, making a delicious ice cream with a warm and mildly spicy taste that’s perfect for enjoying with your beloved (or eating on your own—no judgment here!) I have a confession to make—cinnamon hearts are a candy I never really got into. IMO they’re a…

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Ice Cream

Extra Nutty and Chocolatey Paris-Brest

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: January 30th, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

Paris-Brest pastry filled with creams and nuts and topped with chocolate butterflies.

This giant ring of choux is filled with several delicious creamy, nutty, and chocolatey fillings you’re going to absolutely love, and topped with chocolate butterflies to make this a show-stopper of a dessert! My mom turned 75 this past summer, and to celebrate I wanted to make something really special. I also made this Piña…

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Desserts, Pies & Pastries

S’mores Brownie Cookies

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: January 23rd, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

Hand holding up a S'mores Brownie Cookie. More cookies are shown on a plate in the background.

Everything you love about s’mores AND brownies in one delectable, fudgy cookie with a gorgeous crackled top covered with toasted marshmallows and graham cracker crunch. Just like a s’more, but with the chocolate part on the outside—no campfire required! I created this cookie recipe to combine everything that’s great about brownies and s’mores in one…

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Cookies

Piña Colada Dacquoise with Coconut Mousseline & Pineapple Curd

Author: Joanna·Published: January 19th, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

Pina Colada dacquoise cake decorated with pineapple flowers.

Dacquoise is a French pastry made of deliciously crunchy meringue cake layers sandwiched with creamy fillings, creating an absolutely glorious combination of textures. This Piña Colada Dacquoise Cake takes it to the next level, with tropical pineapple and coconut filling that transports your taste buds straight to the beach! Jump To:What is a Dacquoise Cake?Why…

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Cakes

Fresh Fruit Trifle with Macaron Crumbles (Rich and Creamy!)

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: January 16th, 2024· Updated: April 8th, 2025

Fresh fruit trifle with macaron crumbles, fresh berries, lemon curd, and whipped cream, topped with sandwiched macarons.

This showstopper fresh fruit trifle is the perfect way to showcase beautiful summer berries. It’s layered with whipped cream, lemon curd, and loads of berries for a light and delicious dessert. Layering in some crumbled macarons is optional, but they add lots of gorgeous colour and texture. If you’re a macaron baker, this recipe is…

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I'm Joanna, a self-taught baker, introvert, and cookbook collector (in that order). Lowbrow Fancy is all about making baking approachable—whether you're tackling a fancy French pastry or a simple chocolate chip cookie. With clear, thoroughly-tested recipes, you'll feel confident in the kitchen, no matter your skill level!

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