Sweet blueberries and tart kiwi make these unique cake donuts taste like summer. Topped with a lemony glaze, you can taste sunshine in each delectable bite. The arrival of summer means an abundance of fruits and berries. And with so many options, there might be some overlooked fruit on the counter that gets overripe. Since I had a few soft kiwis that I knew were … Continue reading Blueberry Kiwi Donuts
Sweetened with maple syrup and a modest amount of brown sugar, this pie features a rich medley of pecans, almonds, and walnuts. It was lovely to spend some extended time in the kitchen over the Thanksgiving holiday. A few months ago I started a new part-time job working at a school. Though I enjoy the challenge, working more hours outside the home has left me … Continue reading Pecan Maple Nut Pie
The surprising thing about these flourless mini muffins (and donuts) is that they actually taste better the next day. Is that hard to believe? Then you had better verify my statement. What happens is that the moisture levels even out, resulting in a surface layer that is moist enough so that ginger-sugar coating clings beautifully. Just be sure to dip them in the sugar coating shortly … Continue reading Flourless Mango Mini Muffins and Donuts
Layers of chocolate crêpes and raspberry whipped cream make a rich and airy dessert that is perfect for sharing and celebrating. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, followed by Pancake Tuesday, so get your crêpe pan out and enjoy tucking into this sweet-but-not-too-sweet delight of a cake. Do you eat crêpes often? My kids absolutely love them, and every once in a while I will … Continue reading Chocolate Raspberry Crepe Cake
Waking up to warm homemade muffins makes a chilly winter morning doable. I like a hearty bowl of oatmeal sometimes, but it doesn’t have quite the allure that a tender muffin does. And these muffins are brimming with a bright orange flavor that complements the oats within them. Rising before dawn is not what anyone in my household likes to do, but after a leisurely winter break, that’s … Continue reading Gluten Free Orange Oat Muffins
For your next special event, try a platter of chocolate crepe bites. Topped with dazzling pomegranate gems, these bite-sized delights look like packages and are reminsicent of petit-fours. I love crêpes. And I think petit fours are adorable, but they are nigh impossible to make at home. My mother and I tried making petit fours once, for a birthday party of mine. We “nailed it,” in … Continue reading Chocolate Pomegranate Crepe Bites
Swirls and Spice 