“They say it’s your birthday!” Beatles’ “Birthday” song “worm” in my head: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjF1bG5LUcs&list=RD02S7QxOllK0VU ! A few weeks ago Leslie asked about a recipe for gluten free vegan (birthday) cake for Sara. I usually make this batter for cupcakes – all the rage! But it’s still citrus season and Sara is a striking redhead, so I’m excited about a … Continue reading
Category Archives: Cake
Easter Nest Cupcakes
Having grown up in California where the (Bunny) hid eggs nestled under the leaves of violets and primroses, and little girls had bonnets and little boys wore dress shirts with Peter Pan collars, I was determined for Nick’s first Easter Egg Hunt in Maine to be outside. The tradition continues in that neighborhood! Later we … Continue reading
Gluten-free Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
I first made this cake for a friend who’s passionate about chocolate peanut butter desserts. It’s inspired by a recipe I found years ago in a Food & Wine magazine. I’ve never made a conventional version, but I’m certain it’d be just as good! One of the intriguing things is the use of boiling water to help … Continue reading
Vegan Chocolate Banana Bread
Vegan Banana Bread with Almond Glaze
In response to a request & in honor of “Uncle Howard’s Chocolate Ganache Tart” one of our most visited posts, we offer: Banana Bread with Almond Glaze ~ a delicious gluten-free & vegan alternative ~ so rich it can be served as a cake! Whilst we’re on the subject of How, I hope you’re clicking the … Continue reading
Blum’s Famous Coffee Crunch Cake made GF! Prepare to be amazed!
Chocolate Cupcakes with Espresso Buttercream Icing
Scandinavian Almond Cake
We have followers in Sweden! When I mentioned this to Peter he suggested posting the recipe for Scandinavian Almond Cake. Continue reading
Gluten Free Banana Cake
Bob’s Banana Cake is named for one of our diligent taste testers who left Maine a couple of years ago to return to his home state of California. We’ve determined that the most discriminating testers don’t have to eat a GF diet (those who are restricted seem grateful just to have something freshly baked and safe.) … Continue reading
Gingerbread Cake with Lemon Icing
Gingerbread Cake with Lemon Icing I’ve been experimenting with gingerbread off and on for a couple of years. Friends and family raved about Dancing Deer Baking Company’s conventional version when they first offered it. It’s good, but I love this recipe. The only issue is that it makes ¾ cup too much batter, but I … Continue reading