Rich and decadent, this double chocolate layer cake is the ultimate in chocolate desserts! When I want to bake but I’m not quite sure what to make I usually tend to make something that I’m craving. Today – chocolate cake. I am IN LOVE with my chocolate cake recipe. It’s decadent, rich – but …
Posts from: April 2013
I love food, and there’s nothing I love more than a good cookie. I mean, seriously… chewy cookies that are just a little crisp around the edges? TO DIE FOR. These cookies, however, I may even kill for. (Well, no, I won’t kill – but you get the idea). These chewy snickerdoodles are stuffed with …
Vanilla cupcakes don’t have to be… well, vanilla! They can be fun and exciting and beautiful too! Just think of a vanilla cupcake as a blank canvas for creating any color or theme to match your event or party. This tutorial will teach you how simple it is to transform a basic vanilla cupcake into …
Army life has it’s share of ups and downs, good times and bad… happy and sad moments. Since moving to Germany over 2 years ago, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting so many amazing new people who have helped in creating the happier of moments. And… luckily enough for me, one person in particular …
I am excited to share my favorite Blueberry Banana Bread recipe. This recipe is easy, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. So whether you are looking for a quick snack or a dessert to impress your guests, this recipe will not disappoint. The Origin Story of Banana Bread Did you know that banana bread was …
Have you ever wondered how to get perfect swirls of frosting on your cupcakes? Have you ever looked in awe through the glass window at the bakery counter at the perfect mounds of frosting that seemed to be piped perfectly onto the top of your favorite cupcake? Did you ever think it was possible that …
White Chocolate Twix Cupcakes Shortbread cake filled with caramel sauce and topped with whipped white chocolate frosting! Shortbread Cupcakes 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature) 1 3/4 cup sugar 4 eggs 2 1/2 cups flour 1 tsp salt 3 tsp baking powder 1 cup whole milk 1 Tbsp vanilla 1 package (250g Walkers Shortbread Cookies, …
This past weekend, my family and I took a short excursion to Frankfurt, Deutschland. Frankfurt is a quick 2 1/2 hour drive from where I live in Bavaria and is a completely different world. Frankfurt is a fast-pased big city that offers not only history, but a contemporary life with lots of shopping and tons …
You don’t have to be a professional baker to create stunning and sophisticated desserts! All you need is a little creativity, a few simple ingredients, and this step-by-step guide to making Royal Icing Flowers. Get ready to be amazed by the endless possibilities of this sweet and stylish technique! With just a few piping bags, …
I’m headed to Frankfurt this weekend to watch the US Women’s National Soccer Team play against Germany! Hecks yes! I’m so incredibly excited to see the USWNT play! While we’re in Frankfurt we’ll be spending time with some good friends who don’t get to indulge in many American sweets. So, not only will I be …