Category Desserts

Orange Pound Cake

Whether you love or hate winter, everyone could use something to bring warmth to these long, cold days. A sweet, moist orange cake is the perfect pick-me-up, indulging the senses in so many ways. The bright oranges cheer up the…

Cranberry Cinnamon Wreath

The Christmas spirit is in the air and the festivities are about to begin. From church services, caroling and socials to Christmas brunch and dinner themselves, there are so many opportunities to share our blessings and bounties with those around…

Apple Cider Meringue

This recipe for apple cider meringue celebrates everything we love about autumn: sweet, subtle spices, a tinge of apple flavor and the call to slow down and enjoy the seasons changing. Now is a perfect time to swing by our…

Berry Cheesecake Bars

Strawberries and tart cherries are usually the MVPS of spring baking, but summer brings many other fresh fruits as well! I love black raspberries and blackberries in particular, and this recipe is the perfect way to showcase them. Berries and cheesecake…

Cherry Galette

cherry galette cooling on a rack

Have you ever been on the hunt for a new vehicle, and after countless hours of researching, and maybe even some test driving, finally whittled down the list of potential purchases down to two or three makes and models? Chances…

Triple Berry Jam Bars

triple berry jam jars next to fresh berries and a jar of jam

“It’s ok to make mistakes. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes,” the guest speaker at my son’s homeschool group said to his class of kindergarteners. Then my son chimed in, “Yeah! My mommy makes a lot of mistakes!” We all…

Christmas Lemon Pie

Lemons are often featured prominently in spring and summer recipes but are deserving of a place on the table all year round. Especially around Christmas time, the pretty yellow citrus looks so festive when paired with bright red cranberries and…