Almond Angel Food Cake
I love anything almond and this is no exception. I can’t get enough of this heavenly cake. It’s so light and airy it feels like your eating clouds. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1 cup cake flour 1 1/2 cups egg whites …
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By Kristin Helwig
Desserts
Pistachio Cookies
Happy holidays and cookie season!! This is my favorite time of the year. Everywhere you go it smells like Christmas trees and with their sparkling lights there is just a certain magic in the air. I love to make all kinds of cookies and this is …
Tart Cherry Almond Granita
A granita is a semi-frozen dessert similar to a slushy. I found awesome little tart cherries at the farmers market the other day and couldn’t figure out what to make with them. Finally came up with this special little sweet treat. It takes a little …
Lavender Honey Macarons
I have been thinking about making these forever but never given it a go because of how touchy they are to make. But I found the right recipe and combination of flavors and they are totally worth it!! I’m so excited to finally share this …
Lemon Lavender Thyme Cookies
These cookies are more cakey than crispy. They are like little fluffy muffin tops that are just so ladylike and perfect for your afternoon tea. Or a perfect summertime dessert! Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. baking soda ½ …
Lemon Lavender Bars
Happy Spring!! This recipe will have your whole kitchen smelling so fresh and amazing. For the Crust: Ingredients ½ lb. of butter, unsalted, room temperature ½ cup granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp. kosher salt ½ tbsp. dried lavender buds Directions Preheat …
Grandma’s French Silk Pie
I love this recipe because it reminds me of my grandmother and why I started cooking and baking in the first place. She was such an inspiration in my life. This decadent, rich pie will be the hit at any family gathering. Or a late …
Festive Fall Apple Pie
This pie is perfect to make when the air starts to get a little crisp and you can feel fall coming. The apples are at their peak of ripeness! It’s a show stopper. Also, you can buy an already prepared pie crust, but if you have …