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Classic British Summer Pudding

July 13, 2019 by Cynthia 39 Comments

Summer Pudding is a classic British dessert. It’s a delightfully delicious way to use summer’s fresh berries. The year and a half I spent in London, I worked at a couple of different places. Nearly every Saturday I would take the tube from my flat just off Sloane Square, to Wimbledon, where the catering company…

Orange Cream Angel Food Cake

April 6, 2019 by Cynthia 58 Comments

Orange cream angel food cake is a light, flavorful cake and perfect for a spring or summer dessert. With its refreshing citrus and vanilla flavors, this cake is reminiscent of a Creamsicle! This Orange Cream Angel Food Cake was my dad’s favorite cake.

Grain Free Red, White, and Blue Berry Fruit Tart

June 10, 2018 by Cynthia 62 Comments

I’ve updated my Red, White, and Blueberry Fruit tart with a new grain free crust! The original recipe, Patriotic Red, White and Blueberry Fruit Tart, posted on September 10th, 2011, was due for a update. While I love the original graham cracker crust, I’m always looking for ways to eat all our favorite treats…

Strawberry Fool

March 29, 2018 by Cynthia 29 Comments

Strawberry fool is a deliciously light dessert, with layers of whipped cream and strawberry puree. It makes a beautiful presentation for any occasion. This post was originally published on June 4th, 2012, and has been updated with step-by-step photos.

Mardi Gras King Cake

February 8, 2018 by Cynthia 35 Comments

King cake is a traditional New Orleans Mardi Gras dessert. It’s a must-have at any Mardi Gras Party! I started making King Cake about 25

Lemon Syllabub {The Hamilton Cookbook}

December 28, 2017 by Cynthia 3 Comments

Have you ever thought about throwing a 18th century dinner party? One similar to those Alexander Hamilton, George Washington, or Thomas Jefferson would have hosted. Lemon Syllabub would have been something served during our founding father’s time.