Overhead close-up of a rustic dessert plate with rich brown chocolate and warm caramel tones, cozy and homemade mood

Sweets

A gathering of home-made desserts and treats from the recipe archive, shared by Yoko between 2015 and today's kitchen inspiration.

Sweet Recipes

This corner of the blog gathers desserts made for everyday snacking and seasonal occasions, from chocolate bark to steamed cakes. Each recipe was written with simple pantry ingredients and easy home techniques in mind.

  • Marble Chocolate Bark

    December 11, 2015

    A swirled chocolate bark treat, simple to shape and share.

  • Chocolate Apple Lollipops

    November 11, 2015

    Apple slices dipped in chocolate for a playful, bite-sized sweet.

  • Marshmallow Sweet Potatoes

    October 14, 2015

    Sweet potato topped with melted marshmallow for a cozy autumn dessert.

  • Apple Ghosts for Halloween

    October 8, 2015

    A cute Halloween-themed treat made from apple pieces.

  • Easy Microwave Pumpkin Steamed Cake

    September 30, 2015

    A quick steamed cake made in the microwave with pumpkin.

  • Melting Cheesecake in a Milk Carton

    August 18, 2015

    A simple cheesecake set inside a milk carton mold.

A Few Favorites

Close-up of dark chocolate bark texture with scattered nuts and dried fruit, warm brown and cream tones, homey mood
Marble Chocolate Bark
Close-up of soft orange steamed pumpkin cake texture, warm and comforting mood
Pumpkin Steamed Cake
Close-up of creamy pale yellow cheesecake surface with a smooth soft texture, gentle and inviting mood
Milk Carton Cheesecake

More sweet ideas continue to appear alongside the blog's savory dishes — see the full recipe collection or explore creative cuisine for other home-cooked ideas.