All You Need Are Tarts

I love a great celebratory cake, but if you want something a little different, a little French, and a little extra fancy, consider having a tart instead!

Below is an extraordinary Pear Tart with Almond Cream. The cream is rich, the crust is slightly sweet and the combination with the pear lets you know this tart is extra special.

The next tart may not look like much, but the moment the rich cream enters your mouth, you'll know it was meant to be. A Lemon Cream tart, this delectable pastry was my very own birthday "cake" and it did not disappoint! Have this for dessert and you will make any old day a special occasion.

Perfect in the summer, the next tart has a foundation of luxurious vanilla bean pastry cream and is topped with loads of fresh berries and a sweet fruit glaze. Casual or fancy, this will make your next seasonal party a big hit!

So, you say you like chocolate?

As requested, here are two layers of double chocolate cake with super rich and yummy ganache inside and out. For you chocolate lovers, this is it. Happy birthday to you all.

And happy birthday to my mother, who will hopefully devour a big piece of this little beauty tomorrow.

Birthdays and Everydays

I have had a lot of opportunities lately to bake for family and friends. Below, for you gluten-free folks, is a wonderfully dense and luscious Flourless Chocolate Torte. Fantastic with a glass of milk or an espresso and some ripe berries.


I make pies, too! Here is a velvety smooth Banana Cream Pie with a slightly sweet, flaky crust.

Featured below is one of my husband's personal favorites, a triple layer Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting.

And in this little box...

you'll find twenty Strawberry and Chocolate-Cinnamon cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream and Vanilla Marshmallow Fondant, perfect for any bowling alley birthday party. Happy Birthday, Sadie!
Cupcakes are so easy to personalize and so good to eat! What can we bake to make your next party extra special?