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A side view of a slice of blackberry charlotte royale. The bottom layer is a golden sponge cake. The deep pink mousse tops the golden sponge cake. The sides and top are covered in jelly roll slices that are golden cake with deep purple jelly. Blackberry Charlotte Royale
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Blackberry Charlotte Royale

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Blackberry Charlotte Royale is as tasty as it is stunning. Blackberry jelly roll slices surround a light blackberry mousse. Charlottes are an old-fashioned treat that needs to be revived. They are mousse or pastry cream contained by sponge cake and/or lady fingers. I’ve made several of the ones encircled by lady fingers. They are elegant… Continue reading Blackberry Charlotte Royale

This is a view of the unsliced cake from about 45 degrees above. The top and about two thirds of the sides are covered in dark chocolate ganache. The cake sites on a white plate which is on a bright orange and pink cloth. Chocolate Fudge Bundt Cake
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Chocolate Fudge Bundt Cake

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Chocolate fudge bundt cake – dense, brownie-like cake topped with dark chocolate ganache. Rich chocolate fudge runs through each slice. This is a recipe I modified from one my sister left behind when she died. She left behind a list of ingredients and a title so it was a little like a technical challenge on… Continue reading Chocolate Fudge Bundt Cake

This is a top view of a whole goat cheese citrus cheesecake. Thin orange slices are arranged in a spiral flower in the middle of the cheesecake. Th cheesecake is a pale yellow with orange flecks and it sits on a white plate with scalloped edges. Goat Cheese Citrus Cheesecake
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Goat Cheese Citrus Cheesecake

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Goat cheese gives this traditional cheesecake a mellow acidic flavor that pairs well with wild honey and fresh fruit. Goat cheese citrus cheesecake is lighter and tangier than New York Cheesecake and it’s prepared in under 1 hour. I love goat cheese. The creamy texture and tangy flavor go so well with just about everything.… Continue reading Goat Cheese Citrus Cheesecake

This is a close up of a rose hibiscus Victoria Sponge. The vide is from the front and slightly above. There are three cakes arranged in a vertical row in the center of the photo. The one in front shows two layers of golden buttery sponge cake with a later of dark purple rose jelly in the middle. Medium pink hibiscus glaze tops the cake and drizzls down the front in three places. There is a raspberry on top and the cake is dusted with powdered sugar. There are two more cakes partially visible behind the one in front and there are small portions of other cakes visible to the left and right of the center row. Rose Hibiscus Victoria Sponge Cakes
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Rose Hibiscus Victoria Sponge Cakes

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Homemade rose jelly and hibiscus tea flavor these buttery little sponge cakes.  Rose hibiscus Victoria sponge cakes are dainty so these are perfect for afternoon tea or parties. Last week I made some rose jelly with roses from my garden. The jelly has a subtle rose flavor – perfect for an old fashioned tea cake… Continue reading Rose Hibiscus Victoria Sponge Cakes

This is a view of the left half of a blackberry mead peach cheesecake. The cheesecake sits on a white plate and is viewed from above at about a 45 degree angle. Peach pieces and ripples in the creamy cheesecake below can be seen through the transparent raspberry red gelatin layer on top of the cake. Below the half inch thick gelatin layer there is a cream colored cheesecake. Peach chunks dot the creamy cheesecake in front and on the left side. The cookie crust at the bottom is tinged slightly green from the pistachios. Blackberry Mead Peach Cheesecake
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Blackberry Mead Peach Cheesecake

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This creamy no-bake cheesecake with a hint of orange and chunks of peaches is topped with a blackberry mead jelly. The pistachio and butter cookie crust perfectly complements the flavors in the cheesecake. Better yet, you can prepare a Blackberry Mead Peach Cheesecake in about 30 minutes. This week was incredibly busy. We had a… Continue reading Blackberry Mead Peach Cheesecake

A chocolate raspberry mini pavlova sits on a white plate. There is a small glass pitcher of bright red raspberry saucebehind and to the right of the plate. The base of the pavlova is a medium brown round chocolate meringue. This is topped with light pink raspberry whipped cream and another medium brown chocolate meringue. More light pink raspberry whipped cream is mounded on the top of the pavlova and a singe raspberry garnishes the very top. Chocolate Raspberry mini-Pavlovas
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Chocolate Raspberry mini-Pavlovas

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Chocolate meringues topped with raspberry whipped cream are a delightful treat on a warm day! Chocolate Raspberry mini-Pavlovas are an elegant dessert that is easy to make.     I enjoy gardening. It relieves stress and I love the challenge of finding the right plants for the right spots. When I came back from Cambodia, most… Continue reading Chocolate Raspberry mini-Pavlovas

A slice of Chocolate Orange cheesecake sits on a white plate. The tip of the slice faces the front of the photo and the light comes from the left side so that side is illuminated while the right side is in shadow. The crustless cheesecake is a creamy milk chocolate brown. Chocolate orange cheesecake
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Chocolate orange cheesecake

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Chocolate orange cheesecake is a slice of heaven. Dark chocolate with a strong hint of orange make this crustless cheesecake unforgettable. few months ago, a neighbor requested volunteers for a hospital sewing room. I’ve been wanting to volunteer and I like sewing so I signed up. It’s a great group of ladies. We meet each… Continue reading Chocolate orange cheesecake