Apple Butter

Apple Butter

When apple harvest arrives, the boys immediately start asking if it’s time for apple butter.  The texture is like a thick and chunky applesauce, loaded with deliciously spicey flavor, which makes it perfect for their morning toast.   Ingredients 16 medium apples...
Crepes with Honey Mascarpone & Strawberries

Crepes with Honey Mascarpone & Strawberries

My family loves these crepes served for dessert, but they would also make a spectacular breakfast treat.  The subtle infusion of flavor from the orange zest really makes them special.   Ingredients 1 egg 3/4 cups milk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon granulated...
Dark Chocolate Butter Cake

Dark Chocolate Butter Cake

This cake is unbelievably delicious and perfectly dense, just like a bundt cake should be.  And the whole time you’re eating it, you’re wondering what is that flavor?  The secret is a hint of cinnamon and strong coffee that brings out the flavor of the...
Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Sour Cream Coffee Cake

I’ve adapted this scrumptious coffee cake from the Davenport Hotel’s collection of special recipes.  Although they no longer serve the original version of this cake, it will always be a favorite in our home. Ingredients BATTER: 1 cup butter (at room...
Moist Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream

Moist Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream

Everyone in my family is a huge fan of cupcakes, and really love this version that I’ve been making for as long as I can remember. Ingredients 2 cups granulated sugar 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cups cocoa powder 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoon...