Cake

Peanut Butter Chocolate Doughnut Cake

May 17, 2019

About five years ago I made and posted this recipe for Baked Peanut Butter Chocolate Doughnuts which are very near and dear to my heart for several reasons. The first obvious reason is that they’re absolutely delicious, and the second reason is that I met my husband on Instagram because of those particular doughnuts. Jules had been following me because of my blog and he commented on a photo of those doughnuts and it sparked a conversation that went on forever. We agreed to meet for a drink and the rest is history. As we approach our second wedding anniversary next week, I think it’s nice and almost necessary to reminisce about that fateful day. This Peanut Butter Chocolate Doughnut Cake is a homage to that post, and it also comes from this week’s episode of Married and Hungry!

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Black Forest Tres Leches Cake

April 30, 2019

If you’ve never tried a classic tres leches cake before, then I think you’re missing out big time. It’s one of my favorite desserts because it’s somewhat fancy but at the same time not fancy at all. It’s impressive enough to be the centerpiece of any occasion, yet uncomplicated enough to be made and served any day of the week. My favorite part about it is, aside from the fact that it’s a cake, is that it’s not a layered cake, so you don’t have to worry too much about decorating. The cake itself is also quite decadent because it’s a light sponge soaked in three different types of milk and then topped with lots of fresh whipped cream. This Black Forest Tres Leches Cake is a new take on two classics. If you want some more inspiration on both fronts, take a gander at this Tres Leches Ice Cream or this Black Forest Fudge. Anyway you slice it, you can’t lose.

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One-Bowl Chocolate Malt Cake

March 8, 2019

This One-Bowl Chocolate Malt Cake is from the Season 2 premiere episode of Married and Hungry, which is an IGTV cooking show I do with my husband, where I teach him how to cook different recipes each week. He doesn’t know a thing about cooking or baking and so that makes things interesting and fun. I thought I’d share the recipe on the blog so that everyone can have access to it because it’s actually a great simple cake we should all have up our sleeves. It was inspired by my favorite chocolate malt candy that I love eating at the movies, and so I turned that flavor into a delicious cake…and then I topped with an obscene amount of said candy. It’s a win win. Make sure you watch the episode too, I’m very proud of it!

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Strawberry Rhubarb Streusel Shortcake

March 5, 2019

Last year, I made this Raspberry Lemon Poppy Seed Snacking Cake, which is a whole lot of title for a small piece of cake that you’re supposed to snack on. Either way, it was a delicious treat that I still highly recommend. If you haven’t made it yet, you should definitely get on it. This year, I wanted to recreate that same idea, a cake sliced into small pieces that you can eat in two bites throughout the day. This Strawberry Rhubarb Streusel Shortcake is what you get when you combine classic strawberry shortcake with a streusel topped coffee cake and a fruit cobbler, all rolled into one incredible dessert, which could also double as a rich breakfast treat. And yes, if anyone asks, cake for breakfast is always perfectly acceptable. Always.

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Birthday Coffee Cake Muffins

October 15, 2018

It’s my sister’s birthday today and so in honor of her and her special day, I’ve decided to share this recipe for Birthday Coffee Cake Muffins. They’re basically like classic bakery-style coffee cake muffins, minus the cinnamon, and with lots of sprinkles instead. It’s the best way I know how to celebrate a birthday. The great part about it all, except for the fact that you’ll have something delicious to eat at the end of it, is that it can easily be transformed into a cake if you’d like. Just pour the batter into a bundt or tube pan instead, top with streusel, and bake a bit longer. Pop some candles on it and you’ll be good to go; ready to celebrate any birthday or special occasion that comes your way. Nothing can stop you now.

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Cheers to the Weekend: Blackberry Lemon Coffee Cake

July 20, 2018

It’s not like I need an excuse to eat cake in the morning, because I’m an adult and I can do what I want, but I just feel so much better when I have a legitimate reason to eat sweets for breakfast. Does that make sense? I feel like this Blackberry Lemon Coffee Cake is the perfect excuse. There’s fresh fruit baked right in, so I know it has to be good for me. At least that’s what I’m telling myself, while I’m on my third slice. Coffee cake has got to be one of my biggest weaknesses, mainly because of the crunchy crumb/streusel topping. I can eat of bowl of that stuff by itself any day, forget the cake part. I’m like that with a lot of things now that I think about it; the crusts on pop-tarts, the crust on pies, the skin on fried chicken, the list can go on and on here. This cake is one of my latest contributions to GO BOLD WITH BUTTER, and I think it happens to be the perfect summer weekend baking project. Chances are you already have most of the ingredients at home. Go to your local farmer’s market or grocery store and pick up an berry that’s in season or whatever looks good to you and use that in this cake. It’s versatile and so easy to make. Cheers to the Weekend, my friends.

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