Welcome to the section of my website entirely dedicated to French sweet recipes from Monsieur de France. Here you will find easy homemade desserts to prepare: crepes, pies, madeleines, brioches, mousses, cookies, and regional treats. Each recipe shares a piece of French expertise and can be enjoyed from breakfast to afternoon tea.
The financier is an iconic French cupcake made with almond powder, egg whites, and brown butter. Originally known as the “visitandine,” it was popularized in Paris around the stock exchange as a convenient snack for financiers. On this page, delve into the history of the financier, discover its surprising origins, and then follow an easy financier recipe step by step to make it at home.
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Candy cane recipe and origin of French barley sugar
Jérôme Prod'homme
La candy cane, célèbre canne rouge et blanche de Noël, n’est pas née aux États-Unis ! Sa recette s’inspire du sucre d’orge français, inventé au XVIIᵉ siècle par des religieuses. Découvrez comment faire vos candy canes maison et l’histoire étonnante de ce bonbon franco-américain.
Chocolate mousse is one of the most iconic French desserts. Served in family homes, bistros, and classic restaurants, it is loved for its light texture and deep chocolate flavor. In this article, you will discover the authentic French chocolate mousse recipe, prepared the way French chefs traditionally make it, using simple ingredients and precise techniques. You will also find two easy variations, designed to suit different tastes while respecting the spirit of French cuisine.
Article updated on December 21, 2025
It's the scent of winter snacks and family Sundays. Homemade waffles are one of those simple, comforting treats that you never tire of making. Here is the perfect recipe for golden, fluffy waffles that are sure to be a success.
French desserts occupy a special place in global gastronomy, but they are often reduced to a few clichés or complicated pastries reserved for professionals. In reality, there are many traditional French desserts that can be made at home, without any special equipment or complex techniques. Oeufs à la neige, mousse au chocolat, tarte tatin, macarons... These sweet recipes are part of everyday life, family meals, and moments of sharing, while reflecting the diversity of France's regions and culinary expertise. This page brings together 10 French desserts that are representative of this gourmet tradition, explained in a simple and accessible way. The aim is to show that it is possible to discover French pastries through understandable recipes that are faithful to the original spirit and adapted to home cooking, without sacrificing pleasure or authenticity.
The birthday cake! Here's a nice tradition that we still respect in France. This cake is full of symbols, and here's its history.
Chewy on the inside, cracked on the outside, and intensely rich in almonds, the Nancy Macaron is one of the greatest treasures of French gastronomy. Unlike its famous Parisian cousin, it is not colorful or filled with ganache, but stands out for its rustic, royal simplicity. From the legend of the Macaron Sisters to the perfect baking technique, discover everything you need to know about this historic cookie born in the heart of the Capital of the Dukes of Lorraine.
article updated on January 4, 2026
Brioche is not exclusive to France. You can find delicious ones in Austria or Italy, for example, but as always, in France, there are regional recipes. You can take a real tour of France's brioche scene. Here's its history, a few famous French brioches and above all: the easy brioche recipe!
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French Jam Secrets: Tips for perfect homemade preserves
Jérôme Prod'homme
Making jam is a French institution. From the legendary advice of Nostradamus to the secrets of our grandmothers, discovering how to turn fresh fruit into jars of gold is a culinary journey. Monsieur de France shares the "Golden Rules" for perfect texture and flavor every time.
Article updated on December 15, 2025
Praline is a hazelnut-based sweet (the best-known is Lyon's pink praline), praline is a kind of crunchy slab made from hazelnuts and sugar, and praline is the delicious paste that flavors chocolates. A delicious culinary invention that we owe to France and whose recipes we give you here.
