Brendan O'Connor American desserts, to celebrate Thanksgiving
Nov 22, 2025
Caryna Camerino, owner of Dublin’s Camerino Bakery, dives into American desserts just in time for Thanksgiving. She highlights why these treats are bigger and sweeter than their European counterparts. Caryna shares insider tips for perfect apple pie, emphasizing the importance of Granny Smith apples. She also traces the origins of the iconic Toll House chocolate chip cookie and explains the unique chemistry of red velvet cake. Plus, her take on pecan pie's gooey goodness will leave your mouth watering!
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Sweet, Bold And Big Flavours
- American desserts tend to be bigger, bolder and notably sweeter than many European desserts.
- Caryna Camarino emphasises sweetness as a dominant characteristic shaping American dessert style.
Keep Apple Pie Apples Firm
- Use tart green apples like Granny Smith and toss them in the coating so they keep some bite after baking.
- Chill the apples while making a short, peanut-oil pastry and bake very hot so the filling crisps inside.
Origin Of The Toll House Cookie
- The Toll House chocolate chip cookie originated at the Toll House Inn and became famous after Nestle printed the recipe on their chips packets.
- The inventor was paid one dollar and given a lifetime supply of chocolate, despite the recipe's huge impact.