The warmth of cinnamon, turmeric and pumpkin pie spice add seasonal appeal to this delicious Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake blended with ripe banana and pureed pumpkin. The Protein Challenge Are you trying to eat more protein these days? Everywhere I turn it seems I am hearing another voice calling attention […]
Tag: Cinnamon
Cinnamon Layer Cake with Vanilla Paste Icing
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.
The Very Best Ginger and Spice Cutout Cookies
Ginger and Spice Cutout Cookies hold their shape while baking and are a dream to decorate. The finished cookies are pretty whether decorated with careful attention or with a few quick drizzles of vanilla icing and colorful sugar sprinkles.
Cinnamon Coffee Crisps are Full of Fall Flavor
Cinnamon Coffee Crisps speak in the language of fall flavors. Caramel tones of brown sugar sweeten the warmth of ground cinnamon and espresso powder to make these cookies deliciously flavorful. Topped with a quick embellishment, they are well dressed for most any occasion.
Carrot Cake Bread with a Crispy Sugar Crust
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.
Peanut Butter Banana Granola
Making Peanut Butter Banana Granola is a perfect way to use up fully ripe, gooey-sweet bananas. This go-to granola recipe pairs them with nut butter, maple syrup, oats, chopped nuts, a few pumpkin seeds, and cinnamon – then adds an optional, but intriguing pinch of red pepper.
Sour Cream Cinnamon Coffee Cake
When you need a little more sweetness in your life try this streusel topped snack cake. Sour Cream Cinnamon Coffee Cake has a crumb softened by sour cream and a streusel warmed by a healthy measure of cinnamon. It is a sweet antidote to cold conditions.
Gingerbread Cookies
Today is Jan. 6, the Feast of the Epiphany. The twelve days of Christmas have come and gone. I’ve packed away the holiday snow scenes and frosted decorations. I’ve turned the page on my calendar and started making plans for a new year. I’ve even turned in my favorite Christmas […]
Gingerbread Streusel Coffee Cake
Crushed ginger cookies add texture to the streusel crumbs as a robust blend of holiday spices lends festive flavor to this Gingerbread Coffee Cake. Warm from the oven it makes a nice addition to a weekend or holiday breakfast. It tastes great with a warm cup of coffee or Mulled Cider.
Gingerbread Scones
A pinch of ginger is the perfect way to dress up favorite recipes, both sweet and savory, for the holidays. Take these fragrant Gingerbread Scones for example. The addition of warm spices and a measure of molasses add something special on a cold winter morning. They also appeal to the senses at teatime or as an after dinner treat.
Cinnamon Toast Biscotti
What makes Cinnamon Toast Biscotti special is the topping added during the second bake. After cutting the loaves into thick slices and toasting one side, brush the biscotti with a bit of butter. Then sprinkle each cookie with cinnamon and sugar, like a slice of Cinnamon Toast.
Aunt Hen’s Cinnamon Toast
This is not exactly a recipe. It’s more like a memory. Or maybe a mindset, intent on those old-fashioned basics, pared down and well executed. And it’s not exactly news. It’s been written about by food bloggers everywhere, some who have great thoughts on the matter, some who get right […]