Welcome to Sweet Savory World — your home for Italian, French and American desserts, professional-style baking, and insider glimpses into la dolce vita.
I’m Nicole, an American living in Italy, and I’m here to share both the timeless classics of Italian pastry and the bold creativity of American baking. From panna cotta to cakes, from tiramisù to tarts—every recipe is designed to teach, inspire, and elevate your skills with detailed pastry courses and baking classes.
Whether you’re dreaming of taking a pastry chef course, exploring Italian baking classes online, or just want to make your desserts look (and taste) like they came from a pastry school—you're in the right place. My masterclass-style videos give you the confidence and structure to bake like a pro, right from home.
Sweet Savory World is more than food—it's about learning, discovery, and the joy of making something beautiful. Subscribe for elegant desserts, in-depth tutorials, and a taste of Italy… wherever you are.
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Here they are! Italian 'Graffe' 😋🍩
Watch my NEW video recipe 👉 https://youtu.be/ETX2ygkhR4Y
Ever wanted to see how donuts are made? Watch me make potato donuts from scratch in my new video. Was it worth it? Heck yeah! These were absolutely amazing and the recipe makes about 20 donuts!
Fun fact: This is a traditional recipe of Naples. The word 'graffe' is thought to derive from the German word 'Krapfen'— Naples had a strong Austrian presence in the 18th–19th centuries!
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Coming soon? Homemade Italian 'Graffe' (Potato Donuts)!
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I made CHURROS at home... and WOW! 😍
Watch my NEW video recipe 👉 https://youtu.be/PS-YiFm-YRY
These homemade churros are crispy on the outside, soft and airy on the inside, and coated in cinnamon sugar while still warm. If you’ve ever wondered how to make authentic churros at home that taste better than store-bought, this is the recipe you need.
Made from pâte à choux dough, these fried churros require no yeast and no complicated steps. Just a simple dough, proper frying temperature, and the right piping technique to achieve that signature ridged texture.
In this video, you’ll learn:
✔ How to make churro dough from scratch using a hand mixer (stand mixer is even easier!)
✔ How to fry them safely
✔ How to pipe churros evenly
✔ How to coat them properly in cinnamon sugar
#churros #friedfood #dessert #snack
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Rich Dark Chocolate Pudding for Two (or 4) ❤️ Easy, Creamy & Luxurious
Watch my NEW video recipe 👉 https://youtu.be/OodXhlzazD8
Craving something deeply chocolatey, silky smooth, and just indulgent enough to feel special? This decadent dark chocolate pudding for two is the perfect small-batch dessert. Made with real dark chocolate, cocoa, and a touch of cinnamon, it’s rich, velvety, and ready to impress — whether it’s date night, Valentine’s Day, or simply a treat for yourself.
#chocolate #dessert #valentine #recipe
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🎭 Are you ready for CARNIVALE?!? 🎉
Discover traditional Italian fried donuts called Castagnole! 🍩
Watch my NEW video recipe 👉 https://youtu.be/ljEitVQQP0M
These Italian Carnival fried donuts, known as Castagnole, are one of Italy’s most beloved festive sweets. Small, golden, and irresistibly tender, they’re crispy on the outside, soft and airy inside, and coated in sugar while still warm. These are the softest Castagnole I've ever had and I hope you love them!
#fried #donuts #food #carnivale
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The Softest Pull-Apart Rolls (Loaded with Walnuts and Cranberries)
Watch my NEW video recipe 👉 https://youtu.be/R8CgG8Zow6Y
Ok, guys! Last chance to see a leavened bake on this channel. If there's no traction, I'll start a new one for leavened bakes 😋
In this video, I'll show you how to
✔️ Knead bread dough by hand (though, of course you can use a stand mixer if you've got one)
✔️ Incorporate a crazy amount of fruits and nuts into bread
✔️ The right way to incorporate fruit into a recipe like this (hint: you start with dried)
#baking #bread #recipe
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Roman Pan Pizza—an Italian recipe!
Watch my new video recipe 👉 https://youtu.be/5HuSXB_4jnE
What are YOUR favorite toppings for homemade pizza? Let me know in the comments!!
#pizza #homemade #recipe
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Chicken Cordon Bleu—2 Shapes, Oven-Baked, EASY!
Watch the our VIDEO recipe: https://youtu.be/vQs0oEcwCgA
The perfect easy dish for a holiday, special dinner or Valentine's Day. Looks hard, but is simple once you know how to do it.
I always recommend using a thermometer to check for doneness—it's the best tool for avoiding to under OR overcooking the chicken.
Here's the product we use in the video for anyone who is interested in mastering meat (and bakes—because a thermometer like this works great for bread or cakes as well): amzn.to/4oWTrN8 (affiliate link)
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5 Mistakes Beginner Bakers Make... and How to Fix Them!
Check out my new article on substack: sweetsavoryworld.substack.com/p/5-mistakes-beginne…
#baking
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😋 Buttery French Mashed Potatoes 🧈🥔
Watch my NEW video recipe 👉 https://youtu.be/1MXeun15Dt0
This potato dish helped earn France its first Michelin star! They are not for the butter-timid 😅 but this is BEST potato purée I've ever tasted.
Like a buttery cloud, they melt in the mouth. Pure airy silk. You've got to try them! Let me know in the comments what you loved to served mashed potatoes or potato purée with! 👇💬
—Nicole
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