Homemade Lemon Curd for days.Yup! That’s what I had on hand. So, of course, the only solution was to bake up something super delicious: Lemon Curd Coconut Vanilla Meltaway Cookies. Lemon Curd Coconut Vanilla Meltaway Cookies 8 Tbs. butter (1 stick), room temperature1 cup Easy Lemon Curd3 large eggs1 tsp. vanilla extract1 tsp. baking powder1…
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I wanted to bake another cheesecake – or prepare a no-bake cheesecake.This time I wanted it to be über thick, extra rich, dense, and utterly delicious.Not that my other cheesecakes have lacked in complexity – I just wanted this one to be super duper special. Lemons. Meyer Lemons!!! Homemade Easy Lemon Curd – with Meyer…
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I really do not care for being the center of attention and I detest the idea of boasting or showing off. But.. “This is one of the best things I’ve ever tasted. It’s amazing. 💕💖💗💕” “Mom would have loved this – lavender and lemon were her favorite!” I’m actually quite proud of this cake. Not…
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I had the privilege of teaching a Tea and Scones class very recently. It was a delightful afternoon, full of a tea tasting, a lesson on the brilliant leaves (black, green, oolong, and white), a brief history of “the scone,” and some noshing on our own lovely homemade biscuits. I treated my guests to some…
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The afternoon started off full. We were tired and sat on the kitchen stools together. “What should we do now?” “I don’t know. Let’s make scones!” So, we quickly whipped up a batch of Lemon (of course) Cream Tea Scones. You see, we both just adore the crumbly texture and not so sweet goodness of…
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I hear from fellow foodies and friends alike each and every day about the fact that leftovers are hard. People seem to have no idea or concept of what to do with them… Particularly the “parts.” Sure, it’s one thing to be able to nosh on some leftover lasagna a few days in a row,…
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Layers upon layers of lemon. Crumbly and crusty vanilla lemon cake. Limoncello soak. – yes ~ soak the sweetly spongey goodness in even more saccharin from heaven. Freshly coddled lemon curd whipped and whirred among pillows of buttercream and fresh lemon zest. Candied lemon “knots” and lemon rays of sunshine beaming through the kitchen windows of…
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Such a delightful dessert that perfectly balances tangy citrus flavors with a hint of sweetness. I wanted to – I NEEDED to bake a cheesecake again.This exquisite dessert combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the bright and refreshing taste of Meyer lemons, resulting in a treat that is both indulgent and satisfying. The crust,…
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The citrus zing of fresh lemon, Meyer lemon for that matter, is always a welcome treat for my palate.Mixed with the creamy, unique vanilla-sweetness of white chocolate chips, a whipped white chocolate buttercream, a dollop of tangy lemon curd, and then fresh mint, your taste-buds may just double flip with this gorgeously gourmet homemade cupcake…
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I’m still on my lemon kick 🍋🍋🍋!C’mon, it’s summertime! Lemonade stands on every corner, lemon cocktails, lemon cakes, lemon curds, lemon creams, lemon risotto, lemon pasta, and now lemon quiche! Made with sweet and savory honey and black pepper roasted rainbow carrots forming a brilliantly bright chevron design atop the quiche, the filling and crust…
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