Monthly Archives: May 2014
Vanilla Bean Cheesecake with Caramelized Apples
As much as all cake is fantastic in general, cheesecake is just a little bit special. Or a lot a bit special. I mean, come on, it’s basically the only kind of cake that does not have an actual “cake” texture, but a creamy one. Except maybe ice cream cake. But that’s basically just ice […]
Coconut-Pretzel Toffee Bars
Good things are happening here. I made a treat that has two of my all-time favorite flavors in it: brown sugar and coconut. A plate of these bars with a glass of milk = perfection. I swear I can hear the Disney song “When You Wish Upon a Star” playing in my head every time I take a […]
Balsamic Strawberry Pie
I’ve noticed the recent baking trend that has emerged amongst several desserts in which bakers are mixing savory things into their desserts. And I like it. It’s fancy. So, because one of my particular favorite sweet-and-savory flavor combos is balsamic vinegar and fruit, I thought making a pie inspired by this sounded like a very good thing […]
Lemon Poppy Seed Bread with Whipped Lemon Butter
I survived yet another school semester and now summer is officially here! I plan to utilize my newfound freedom by throwing myself into blogging endeavors and baking much more regularly during my free time. Oh how I have missed it! Anyways, my first shot at summer baking turned out swell. This bread reminds me of […]