When the holiday season ends but cold and darkness persist, we often find ourselves stuck inside, contemplating some of life's bigger questions like, "What should I make for dessert this morningevening?" If you've asked yourself that question lately (as I have), there are countless options to choose from.
For me, winter is the season to celebrate the more subtle flavors of the dessert category (think: brown butter, maple, and olive oil). And while I'll never say no to a warm, fresh-from-the-oven treat on a frigid day, winter desserts are much more than baking projects. Cold desserts like chocolate mousse and coffee ice cream are sometimes exactly what you're in the mood for after a day of shoveling snow, sled pushing, or ice skating. Put plainly: Winter desserts have range and are worth exploring — here are 14 of our favorite recipes to try.
