7 Spicy Sweets to Heat Up Your Dessert Game
Use your spice cabinet to turn traditional desserts into hot stuff.
Photo By: Matt Armendariz
Photo By: Matt Armendariz
Photo By: Matt Armendariz
Photo By: Matt Armendariz
Photo By: Matt Armendariz
Photo By: Matt Armendariz
Photo By: Matt Armendariz
Photo By: Matt Armendariz
Sugar and Spice Make Dessert So Nice
Salt isn't the only ingredient that can make sweets taste even better. A little bit of heat can also be a surprisingly delicious complement to sugar. Here, your favorite desserts (like ice cream, brownies and cookies) are coming in hot with fiery seasonings.
Hot Honey Peanut Butter Cookies
Try a new twist on the classic peanut butter cookie. Spicy honey adds a kick that lingers after your last bite.
Get the Recipe: Hot Honey Peanut Butter Cookies
Spicy Mango No-Churn Ice Cream
This treat is quick, easy and packs a surprising punch. It's reminiscent of the mango-on-a-stick boardwalk snack — but with some heat.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Mango No-Churn Ice Cream
Mexican Hot Chocolate Brownies
Cinnamon and cayenne pepper add a healthy dose of spice to these cakey, smoky brownies.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Hot Chocolate Brownies
Spicy Caribbean Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
We reimagined this classic cake so it has some satisfying (and decorative!) heat. Candied chiles replace the traditional maraschino cherries that would typically top this dessert.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Ginger-Black Pepper Ice Cream Sandwiches
Chewy, peppery ginger cookies are perfect anchors for a melty dessert that's chilly and spicy all at the same time.
Get the Recipe: Black Pepper Ice Cream Sandwiches
Cashew and White Chocolate Brittle with Sichuan Peppercorns
This beautiful chocolate-covered brittle is crispy, creamy and packs a peppery punch.
Get the Recipe: Cashew and White Chocolate Brittle with Sichuan Peppercorns
Salt and Pepper Caramels
One bite you'll ask yourself why you ever ate caramel without salt and pepper. These are chewy, salty, spicy — and totally addictive.
Get the Recipe: Salt and Pepper Caramels