When I was first married and living in Nashville, I planted an elaborate flower garden in our front yard. I'd never really maintained a garden before, and didn't know the first thing about what went into tending such a thing. I suppose I was trying to emulate the fantastic beauty that my mother displayed on her land.
When I was a little girl I spent most summers at my Gran's house. It was during this time that I first heard her say "I'm not sure what to buy me for my birthday this year." I didn't get it then, but I do now.
This cake was inspired by a cookie! Have you ever tried Lemon Meltaways? I suspect many of you have since it's a familiar sight on holiday cookie trays (though I love making them in spring and summer). For those unfamiliar, they are powdered sugar-coated cookies with a huge lemony kick!
My love of strawberry milk is well documented in the pages of this blog, and no matter how hard I try, sprinkles are never optional when it comes to using this nostalgic flavor in my baking. With its graham-sprinkle crust, this cheesecake looks like a party and I wouldn't hesitate to make it in place of the usual birthday cake for a special celebration.
There's nothing like a pretty pink dessert to lift your spirits, and these little pink cakes definitely make me smile. Their appearance reminds me of Hostess SnoBalls in miniature. I found the recipe online, and after reading it entirely, I realized that a few ingredients and measurements had been left out of the text.
I'm so excited to be guest posting today at Confessions of a Cookbook Queen! If you've never visited Kristan's site, you're really missing out. She's a kindred spirit with a flair for pink, glitter and all sorts of creative confections ( Angry Birds Cupcakes, anyone?).
This past Saturday I had a house full of food, family and little dogs running around in mini sombreros. It was a real hoot! My honey's birthday fiesta turned out to be one for the books!
Last week I got an email from a kind reader asking if I would consider developing a recipe for one of her favorite " factory-made" desserts. The minute I clicked the link she provided, I knew I wanted to make her cheesecake dreams come true.
It's been a busy two and one-half weeks since I last posted, and I've missed you terribly! Those of you that keep up with me on Instagram or Facebook know that during this time I made a great big red velvet groom's cake with a cute little crabby topper.
Peanut butter cup brownie cake, a.k.a. the richest thing I have ever made. There's no doubt in my mind, this cake will feed a crowd! Just a small slice will satisfy the biggest chocolate-peanut butter craving. Those of you who have made the homemade version of Reece's peanut butter eggs (popular at Easter-time) may find the recipe for the peanut butter layers very familiar.