Category Archives: Cakes & Cupcakes

Aperol Spritz Cupcakes: Sweet, Sour, Scrumptious

Posted on February 14, 2015 by ButterSugarFlowers

Last summer I had the privilege of making cupcakes for the wedding of a wonderful couple. The whole process was a joy for me, from the moment the bride asked me in her lovely demeanor, to my merry hours of … Continue reading →

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Citrus Vanilla Cauliflower Cake

Posted on November 10, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

I hear that the height of cauliflower season is autumn, but few of us (in my region) would ever realize this ourselves. The veggie seems to be present year-round and was a staple on many of our dinner tables growing … Continue reading →

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Spiced Pear Sandwich Cakes

Posted on October 26, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

There’s an air of looming formality in autumn. Sandals and shorts disappear into the backs of our closets. Clinking glasses and winter rituals are close on the horizon. Playing in a pile of colored leaves feels invigorating but elusive. So … Continue reading →

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Fresh Fig Torte: Frosted, Spiced, Divine

Posted on October 5, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

I have a friend who is so enamored with fresh figs, I’d even call it an obsession.  When we walked past a woman carrying a basket of figs recently, my friend talked about it for a week. “I wonder where … Continue reading →

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Jicama Lime Cake with Tequila-Glazed Nectarines

Posted on August 14, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

The first time I ever had jicama, it was cut into spears and served alongside a salad. A child then, I was excited for its newness, and I loved the way it added a sweet and mild crunch to my … Continue reading →

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