Jun 10
22
Blueberry Streusel Muffins
These Blueberry Streusel Muffins are a nice cross between a muffin and a coffee cake. Fresh blueberries are wonderfully sweet with just a touch of tartness and are perfect in this buttery sweet cake-like batter. The crowning touch is a delicious sprinkling of buttery streusel. Great either warm from the oven or at room temperature.
Jun 10
22
S’Mores
You don’t need a campfire to make a S’more, and you certainly don’t need to be a child to enjoy eating one. A S’more (or Smore) takes roasted marshmallows and pieces of chocolate and sandwiches them between two graham crackers. Credit for inventing this sweet and gooey snack goes to the Girl Scouts of America who included a recipe in their 1927 Girl Scout Handbook. The name “S’more” comes from their tasting so good that after eating one, people were said to ask for “some more”. In the States we honor the S’more by celebrating “National S’more Day” on August 10 (although it’s not an official holiday).
Jun 10
22
Cheesecake Squares
New York Cheesecake is one of my favorite desserts. Cheesecake Squares are just a modified version of this cheesecake, combining the grainy texture of a graham cracker crust with a thin layer of cream cheese filling. This recipe makes a 9 x 13 inch (23 x 33 cm) pan which is perfect for large gatherings. Lovely served with fresh berries or fruit sauces.
Jun 10
19
Ice Cream Sandwiches
Americans love ice cream. By the end of the 19th century ice cream was firmly entrenched in American society and with its popularity came many new inventions. One invention was the ice cream cone which made its debut at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. By the 1920s we had the first chocolate-covered ice cream bar (Eskimo Pie), the banana split, ice cream cakes, the first chocolate covered ice cream bar on a stick (the Good Humor Ice Cream Sucker), and the ice cream sandwich.
Jun 10
17
Banana Muffins With White Chocolate
Here is a delicious Banana Muffin that is moist and sweet with a lovely golden brown crust. While this recipe is similar to the other Banana Muffin recipe on the site, it does differ in that it contains brown sugar and has chunks of white chocolate floating in the batter. If you do not have white chocolate chips, substitute with dark chocolate chips.
Jun 10
16
Orange Ice Cream
A hot summer’s day begs for something cold. Oh, we could sip on a cold drink but nothing says ‘Summer’ like a bowl of homemade ice cream. I have the feeling that many people steer clear of making ice cream because it seems like too much work.
But this Orange ice cream is different as there is no ‘cooking’ involved; just mix all the ingredients together, chill in the refrigerator, and then process in your ice cream machine. Think of it as an “iced” cream, as that is how I would describe its lovely grainy texture (like a sherbet) that has a wonderful orange citrus flavor. It does not contain eggs, only cream, freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice, sugar and vanilla extract.
Jun 10
14
Blueberry Coffee Cake
Blueberry Cake, or Blueberry Buckle as it is often called, is a rustic looking cake that is bursting with sweet blueberries that are sandwiched between a thin layer of soft and fluffy white cake and a crunchy cinnamon flavored streusel. While absolutely delicious warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, I am also quite fond of eating it the next morning, cold from the fridge, when the streusel has turned hard and crunchy.
Jun 10
11
Blueberry Pie
Nothing reminds me more of summer than a freshly baked Blueberry Pie full of big and plump, sweet and juicy berries. The important thing to remember when making a fruit pie is to start with good quality blueberries. If using cultivated blueberries make sure they are firm, plump, fragrant, and dark blue with a dusty white bloom. The white bloom is the blueberry’s natural protection against the sun and is a sign of freshness.
Jun 10
10
Chocolate Peanut Squares
Chocolate Peanut Squares are a delicious combination of peanut butter, cocoa powder, miniature marshmallows, rice cereal, and peanuts. Although they may look like a bar or square, their taste and texture is that of a candy bar. And a good one at that.
Jun 10
10
Apple Galette
While you could call this recipe a ‘tart’, the name ‘galette’ seems more fitting for these lovely rectangles of puff pastry topped with a layer of almond cream (frangipane) and thinly sliced apples. Galette is, in fact, a French term signifying a flat cake that can be either sweet or savory. They can be made from puff pastry, yeast risen doughs like broiche, or with a sweet pastry crust. The toppings can vary also; ranging from fresh, candied or dried fruits, creams, nuts, and jams for sweet Galettes, with savory ones being topped with an assortment of meats and/or cheeses.
Jun 10
8
Chocolate Banana Cake
Ripe bananas sitting on the counter means it is time to bake. Often times I make banana bread which is perfect in the mornings with yogurt and fresh fruit. But when I want a delicious and quick weekday dessert this Chocolate Banana Cake is what I turn to. This recipe comes from Canadian Jane Rodmell’s Best Summer Weekends Cookbook. It is lovely as it combines the sweetness of ripe mashed bananas with cocoa powder and to make it even more chocolately, the cake is frosted with a smooth and creamy Chocolate Ganache. This would also be the perfect cake for family gatherings as it feeds up to 16 people.
Jun 10
7
Breakfast Tiramisu
I know. Tiramisu for breakfast? It seems so naughty. But this is not an actual Tiramisu, it just borrows some of its components; mainly ladyfingers and coffee, and layers them with ricotta, shaved chocolate, and fresh raspberries.
Jun 10
7
Raspberry Cream Cheese Tart
This Raspberry Cream Cheese Tart takes a sweet and crisp shortbread crust and fills it with a smooth and creamy custard-like filling that is dotted with fresh raspberries. When raspberries are out of season or just too expensive, make this tart with other fruits like blueberries, blackberries, pitted cherries or even sliced peaches, nectarines or pears.
Jun 10
6
Brownie Tart
This Brownie Tart has a deep chocolate flavor with a nice fudgy texture. Its chocolate flavor comes from using both semi sweet and cocoa powder and its flavor is highlighted by the addition of cream cheese. It also has a nice crunch which comes from pieces of toasted pecans. But the most unique and striking part of this tart is the addition of polka dots of ganache that cover the surface of the tart. This recipe definitely takes the brownie out of the realm of casual food and makes it an elegant dessert.
Jun 10
6
Raspberry Tart
What’s your favorite berry? Mine’s raspberries. I always thought Waverley Root described raspberries perfectly, “rich, exotic, spice-laden and with a hint of musk”. This Raspberry Tart is a nice way to bake with raspberries. It takes ruby red raspberries and arranges them in concentric circles on top of a crisp and buttery pastry. Nothing else is needed, save a sprinkling of sugar. It is excellent warm from the oven with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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