Tag Archives: dairy-free

Lavender and Blue(berry) Cake

Posted on August 10, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

I’ve always been rather skeptical about treating lavender as an edible.  Sure, it’s a relaxing and wonderful scent in bath products, perfumes and sachets, and it’s just lovely when growing outside.  But it’s taken me awhile to enjoy it in … Continue reading →

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Gin and Tonic Cake: A Cocktail Turned Confection

Posted on April 24, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

Herbal and effervescent, a gin and tonic just might be the most refreshing concoction in existence. I’m not sure why the drink has been on my mind lately; perhaps it’s the recent surge of warm weather, or more likely, my … Continue reading →

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Scrumptious Spring Flowers: Hibiscus Pistachio Meringues

Posted on April 9, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

As I was leaving work last Friday, I felt even more compelled than usual to bake over the weekend. There was no particular event to bring dessert to, and no one was expecting any treats from me. My desire to … Continue reading →

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Sweet Pea Spring Cake

Posted on March 20, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

Frozen peas are my backup for fresh veggies, and the kind I buy come in a bag that boasts: “Naturally sweet!”  Those pretty italic words have been calling to me lately.  Of course, I usually mask the peas’ sweetness with … Continue reading →

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Little Coconut Cakes

Posted on February 26, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

I’ve been rather intrigued with the array of coconut products at the market lately.  Coconut water, coconut creamer — even coconut vinegar, and more.  When I was recently given both a fresh jar of coconut oil and a bag of … Continue reading →

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