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Category Archives: dessert

Pie crust

Homemade pie, from crust to filling, is regarded as the mark of an accomplished homemaker. I’ve heard stories of people in my grandparent’s generation choosing their spouse primarily on their pie-making skills. Sounds antiquated, and a little shallow, but I think it might be a better benchmark than a witty facebook post or a stunning […]

Posted 20 November 2011 | baked goods   dessert   winter holiday | Comments Off on Pie crust Tagged: , , , ,

Butterscotch Bars

This may be shocking, but I will always pass on chocolate if caramel is available. Chocolate is delicious, but something buttery, brown sugary, and chewy is my preference. You can see how chewy and scrumptious these are from the picture above. They have a lot of butter, but I can sneak one from the pan […]

Posted 10 November 2011 | baked goods   cookbook review   cookies   dessert   vegetarian | Comments (5) Tagged: , , , , , , ,

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies with Browned Butter Filling

This is no trick – just one delicious treat that would be perfect anytime from Halloween to Thanksgiving. The cake is simple, not-too-sweet pumpkin (the filling more than makes up for this in sugar content), and the filling – oh the filling. A gooey, sweet, pumpkin-spiced concoction with the sophisticated finish of nutty browned butter. […]

Posted 30 October 2011 | baked goods   dessert   pumpkin   seasonal   vegetarian   winter holiday | Comments (3) Tagged: , , , , ,

Summer Berry Birthday Cake

My first baby turned three at the end of June. I recently heard a saying ‘the days are long, but the years are short’, and that couldn’t be more true. I’m working on creating some memorable traditions for my boys. A simple one we’ve practiced for my son’s past two birthdays is the Picking of […]

Posted 02 July 2011 | baked goods   blueberries   dessert   kid stuff   seasonal   strawberries | Comments (3) Tagged: , , ,

Vegan Cupcakes

I am not a vegan. I’ve dabbled in a strictly plant-based diet now and then, because it makes it makes me feel good. But on a permanent basis, it’s just not going to happen. I like butter way too much. And eggs. And milk. Oh yeah, and cheese too. Being a vegan would also eliminate […]

Posted 18 March 2011 | baked goods   dessert   vegetarian | Comments Off on Vegan Cupcakes Tagged: , , , , ,