Quickest Ever Sticky Buns

Quickest Ever Sticky Buns Recipe

I’m going to be so mad at myself for creating this recipe.  My passion for sticky buns and the ease at which these come together make a terrible combination when one lacks self control; and when it comes to sticky … Continue reading




Winter Jam Shortcakes

Winter Jam Shortcakes Recipe

With daffodils popping through the moist cool ground and the confines of hibernation melting away with warming temps, I feel a little giddy with  the anticipation of Spring.  March struggles to catch its bearings, finding itself in a weather tug-of-war, one … Continue reading




Ginger Spiced Upside-Down Pear Cake

Ginger Spiced Upside-Down Pear Cake Recipe

My fruit is the PEAR.  That’s right.  I was once told by an Ayurvedic physician that the fruit best suited to me is a pear.  I was pretty happy with that assessment, and in many ways it seemed right.  Ayurvedic … Continue reading




Happy Birthday Sifting Focus and Cinnamon-Scented Devil’s Food Cupcakes

Cinnamon Scented Devil

My heart swells with gratitude as Sifting Focus turns “1”.  You, my readers, have offered up such kind words of encouragement during this past year.   Your thoughtful comments make the sharing of this personal baking journal all the more … Continue reading




Blood Orange Baby Pound Cakes

Blood Orange Pound Cake Baby Cakes Recipe

Who can resist the intensely colored ruby red juice of a blood orange.  I remain amazed at the depth and array of color that nature provides us.  The juice from a blood orange not only prods me toward the kitchen … Continue reading