The Olives Dessert Table

Decidedly not low-calorie or low-fat, these creations are certain to produce oohs and ahs at a dinner party. Fabulous temptations like Mango Tart Tartin with Pastry Cream and Chocolate Pastry, or Butterscotch Pudding in a Chocolate Crumb Crust with Fudge-Topped Toffee Cookies and Chocolate Lace Cigarettes. Best of all, these forty restaurant-worthy desserts are each composed of several building block recipes (145 recipes in all) that taste great on their own. Home cooks can wow guests with an elaborate Apple Topped Gingerbread with Hot Applesauce and Cinnamon Ice Cream or just serve the delicious gingerbread for a family meal. No matter the choice, the outcome is incredible!