Texas Table Top—Celebrating the foods, places and people of the Lone Star State.

Desserts

//Desserts

Sweet treats that make impressive desserts.

Pecan Caramel Dip

By Kelly Bogard Do you feel the chill in the air? I believe fall has finally arrived in Central Texas and just in time for Halloween festivities. This time of year makes me think of apples. Maybe it's because of Caramel Apples or from memories of bobbing for them at Halloween parties. Along with the trick or [...]

Fried Ice Cream

By Kelly Bogard Let the fried food fest begin. It's fair season in Texas. From county fairs to state events like the Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo here in Waco and the State Fair of Texas in Dallas, lots of food will be fried. And memories made! When I think of fair food, turkey [...]

No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake

By Kelly Bogard Here in Texas, we have some pretty unique soil. The size and terrain of our state makes it an excellent place to grow a variety of crops. Although each area of the Lone Star State is known for growing something different, most areas are able to grow multiple crops. Like corn, wheat, cotton [...]

Peach Freezer Jam

By Kelly Bogard I love fresh fruit, and living in Texas means we have plenty of options for a few favorites all summer long. But as the harvests come to an end, it's time to make plans for the leftover fruit. Cutting down on our food waste is important. And enjoying the tasty fruits and berries later in [...]

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

By Kelly Bogard There's nothing better on a Texas summer afternoon than something cold to keep the heat at bay. From a tasty milkshake to Fruit Sorbet, if it's cold, you can bet it's on my list of treats. Growing up, I remember homemade ice cream as an extra special treat. It was time consuming and [...]