Tag Archives: lemony

Tender, Tangy Buttermilk Hibiscus Cake

Posted on January 31, 2016 by ButterSugarFlowers

Maybe it’s all the long-awaited rain that has flowers on my mind lately: the magnetizing truth that soggy, grey days will lead to blooming brightness. So when I recently came across dried hibiscus petals in powdered form, I knew they … Continue reading →

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Cherry Sorrel “Shortcake”

Posted on June 16, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

When I recently came across a great article about the lovely green herb, sorrel, I became intrigued.  I admit I couldn’t remember exactly when I’d had it — but after reading that its nickname was “lemonade in a leaf” and … Continue reading →

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Pistachio Crunch Cookies

Posted on December 25, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

If you’re like me and bake mountains of goodies as gifts for the holidays, then maybe the last thing on your mind right now is hearing about another cookie recipe.  But in my world, there is no such thing as … Continue reading →

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Little Lemon Yogurt Cakes

Posted on May 24, 2012 by ButterSugarFlowers

When I got invited to an outdoor potluck wedding recently, I knew immediately what I would bring: my favorite lemon cake.  Made with yogurt in the batter, the cake is immensely moist and dense, and it’s refreshingly summery with bright, … Continue reading →

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