Tag Archives: Dessert

Mini Rhubarb Cheesecakes

Posted on May 9, 2013 by

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while you know I love to make mini versions of things, especially desserts.  It’s my way of pretending that desserts aren’t that bad for me.  If they’re mini then they must be … Continue reading →

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Thin Mints Ice Cream Cake

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Every year I buy several boxes of Thin Mints from the Girl Scouts and stash them in the freezer.  After the kids go to bed my husband and I will eat a few, ice-cold, out of the freezer.  By some … Continue reading →

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Special Dark Chocolate Pudding

Posted on April 12, 2013 by

I recently read an article in Saveur about the best types of chocolate for making homemade chocolate pudding.  Surprisingly there were a few supermarket brands of chocolate that were clear winners in the experiment.  One of them being Hershey’s Special … Continue reading →

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Tiramisu Cupcakes

Posted on February 19, 2013 by

Sometimes grown-ups need cupcakes too.  Of course, you could serve these to kids, just not right before bedtime.  These are really not tiramisu- they are just tiramisu-themed.  There is espresso but no liqueur.  There is cream cheese instead of mascarpone. … Continue reading →

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Gelato Cake

Posted on January 8, 2013 by

This isn’t really a cake.  Actually it isn’t really a recipe either.  It’s more of an idea.  You can use ice cream, gelato, or frozen yogurt of any flavor.  You can use any type of cookie crumb for the crust. … Continue reading →

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Classic Pumpkin Pie

Posted on November 7, 2012 by

I’ve never made a pumpkin pie with a real pumpkin before now.  I’ve made several with canned pumpkin of course, but the real thing has always seemed a little elusive.  I guess I thought it would be too hard.  It’s … Continue reading →

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Double Chocolate Bundt Cake

Posted on October 14, 2012 by

This cake comes from Food and Wine magazine.  It’s dense and rich, but not too dense and rich.  Its decadent, but not too decadent.  It’s a classic recipe without any fancy hard-to-find ingredients.  If you like to bake you probably … Continue reading →

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Harvest Moon Pies

Posted on October 9, 2012 by

Who doesn’t love an ice cream sandwich?  These pumpkin and spice moon pies are the perfect treat for fall.  Thanks to my husband Harley for the catchy title. 2 eggs 2 C. brown sugar 1 C. vegetable oil 2 C. … Continue reading →

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Candied Apples

Posted on October 1, 2012 by

You just bought way more apples than you needed at the farmer’s market this weekend.  You need to make these! cooking spray 2 C. sugar 3/4 C. water 1/2 C. light corn syrup 1 cinnamon stick 10 drops red food … Continue reading →

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No-Cook Fresh Peach Ice Cream

Posted on September 14, 2012 by

This ice cream may not start out with a cooked custard base, but I promise you it’s the real deal.  Creamy, rich and smooth with a fresh peach flavor through and through.  Be sure to use very ripe peaches for … Continue reading →

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