Less sugar allows the fresh flavor of the carrots and the earthy complexity of the walnuts to engage deliciously in this favorite Carrot Spice Cake. Topped with tangy Cream Cheese Frosting it makes a deliciously flavorful layer cake that is well worth repeating.
Dusted in cocoa powder garden soil and trimmed with sprigs of carrot tops or parsley, these Decorative Carrots made from thick Cream Cheese Frosting have a fresh spring appearance. Use them to decorate your favorite Carrot Cake or other spring cupcakes.
The delicate sweetness of ripe persimmons flavors this beautiful nut bread. The rich texture of persimmon pulp and the tones of citrus and warm spice that characterize this unique fruit make Yamini’s Wild Persimmon Cake an unexpected treat that is perfect for snack time or dessert.
The directions for this old-fashioned Fruit Cobbler are short and sweet. It is a great recipe to feature seasonal fruit in a deliciously satisfying conclusion to any meal. While still warm, top with whipped cream or ice cream and enjoy!
This pretty little Cinnamon Layer Cake is perfect for a special occasion. It dresses up the recipe for a basic Sour Cream Coffee Cake, stacking small layers of cinnamon streusel laced cake with a drizzle of richly flavored Vanilla Paste Icing.
Light and creamy, yet incredibly rich, this scrumptious old-fashioned Peanut Butter Pie is quick and easy to put together. Served in thin slices the smooth flavorful filling is sure to satisfy the peanut butter lovers that gather around your table. This pie also freezes beautifully and, since the recipe yields two pies, it is easy to serve one after dinner tonight and pop the other in the freezer for later use.
Do you want to serve a delicious dessert with a cookie crust, a creamy cheese filling and a delicious fruit topping, but don’t have the time, inclination or equipment to bake a cheesecake? Deconstructed Cherry Cheese Bites may be just what you are looking for. This recipe breaks down the elements of an elegant Cherry Cheesecake, and serves them as a fun DIY dessert.
This dessert is easy to assemble from a mixture of whipped cream and Italian cream cheese layered with espresso dipped ladyfingers. The result is a lusciously smooth cake that feels like a mousse with substance. The flavor is much like that of a well crafted latte. Layers of vanilla cream sweeten the tang of soft cheese and the robust intensity of bitter espresso. Together they create a perfect afternoon pick me up or an elegant finish to a fine Italian dinner.
Cool and satisfying, Cold Peach Soup is a beautiful first course for a light summer meal. Spooned over Pound Cake or ice cream it also makes a delicious dessert. This versatile recipe combines a spiced simple syrup with white wine and seasonal fruit in a recipe that is easy to prepare in advance and perfect for sharing.
I love summer. There is a sweet simplicity in the minimalism of the season; less clothing, less ingredients, less fuss. In summer it is often the simple things that are the most appealing. I am drawn to backyard picnics, ice cold drinks in glass bottles still damp from the cooler, languid hours of sunshine slipping into a warm twilight, watching stars emerge in the darkening sky all the more striking for their tardiness…
Does your summer need just one more Strawberry Shortcake? It’s getting hot out there and strawberries have been on the menu for weeks. That first blush of wonder and rapt appreciation for deeply saturated, fresh from the vine, local flavor has been sated. And still the scent of fresh strawberries, […]
Carrot Cake Bread, spiced with cinnamon and ginger, is a delicious quick bread for a snack time treat or a casual dessert. Brush the tops of the loaves with egg white and sprinkle with sugar for a crispy crust. Scatter a few chocolate chips on top for added interest or garnish each loaf with a few walnut halves before baking. No matter the finishing details Carrot Cake Bread is an easy way to create Carrot Cake deliciousness with a minimum of fuss.