Desserts

I’m all for quick and easy desserts for summer weekends. Whether it be drop-bys or previously invited guests, our deck is usually …

If you have never tasted rhubarb anything, you are in for a treat. This Coconut Rhubarb Swirl Cheesecake is a winner.  Previously, …

I am not going to lie. This Cherry Poppy Seed Streusel Cake is a production. There are 5 different elements to create …

How cute are these Strawberries & Cream MOM Pastries? This easy-peasy dessert is a riff on strawberry shortcake. Instead of a shortcake …

Those of you who have been stressing and sweating it out in the kitchen right up until the big meal, raise your …

Discover the Delight of this Red Beet Walnut Chocolate Cake. Are you ready to dive into the deliciously unexpected? Meet the Red …

Happy Christmas Eve everyone! Here are some beautiful holiday bars to make this season. Yes, there’s still time to make these Quince …

This Stuffed Baked Lady Apples dessert may look complicated. However,  it’s actually very easy, and it comes together quickly. The shortcut is …

O,Many years ago, I spotted a version of this Orange Hazelnut Molasses Cake in a German cooking magazine.  So now I’ve added …

So tragically, Halloween is over. I sadly packed away all my decorations. However, it’s now time to hunker down and turn our …

My whole focus on making this year’s Halloween treats was to create recipes that were easy and fast to make. The exception …

I’ve been eying pumpkin strudel recipes, both savory and sweet in German cooking magazines for years. It was time to try my …

This Red Pear Pumpkin Marzipan Pie represents a lack of self-control. After stating I was taking a breather from participating in the …

This Apple Cardamom Cake with Caramelized Almonds is pure fall magic. Stuffed with a thick layer of seasonal apples steamed in cardamom …

I broke new ground in my kitchen with this Fig Rosemary Hazelnut Puff Pastry Tart. This is my first puff pastry tart. …

This Lavender Lemon Streusel Buttermilk Cake is the last gasp cake of the summer. However, I doubt if this will be my …

These past few weeks my mind and kitchen have been geared toward Fall recipes. However, last weekend I made myself get some …

Aaaaand the streuseling continues. “Streuseling” is a verb in my universe.  This is another delicious German cake using fresh blackberries. BTW, I …

This Coconut Ginger Layer Cake has made an appearance twice this year at two different events. It’s been a huge hit both …

Every spring, I look forward to growing a selection of interesting herbs. Last year, for the first time, I planted lemon balm, …