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Strawberry Rum Pie Redux — with vanilla bean, custard & cream

Posted on July 25, 2017 by ButterSugarFlowers

A few years back I created a strawberry cream pie that quickly became a favorite in my circle. A fresh, custardy celebration of vanilla, rum and stewed seasonal berries, the summery dessert has become a common craving and repeated request. … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking with Booze, Pies, Tarts, Tortes & Cheesecakes, Sweets | Tagged graham cracker, icebox pie, pie, rum, strawberries, strawberry, vanilla bean | 3 Comments

Rhubarb Rum Sandwich Cakes

Posted on April 14, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

Whenever I see the word rhubarb, I hear it in my sweet paternal grandmother’s voice. I don’t have a distinct recollection of her making a rhubarb dish, but she was a prolific pie and candy maker, so it’s certainly possible. … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking with Booze, Cakes & Cupcakes, Cookies & Bars, Sweets | Tagged baking, cookies, dessert, recipe, rhubarb, rhubarb cookies, rum, sailor jerry, sandwich cakes, sandwich cookies, spiced rum, spring, vanilla bean, whoopee pie, whoopie pie | 17 Comments

Buttered Rum Cake: Crispy, Gooey, Buttery and Boozy

Posted on January 14, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

When my husband and I took a little getaway recently, we left without any set plans except to explore. The trip worked out wonderfully; we found ourselves refreshed by easy discoveries of countless charming shops, festive neighborhoods, and beautiful bridges … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking with Booze, Cakes & Cupcakes, Sweets | Tagged baking, baking with booze, booze, coffee cake, dessert, food, recipe, rum, rum dessert, spiced rum | 13 Comments

Egg Nog Cream Pie with Gingersnap Crust

Posted on November 29, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

Oooh, egg nog. I’m ever smitten by its festive flavor and creamy decadence. I wait all year for it to come back to me in the form of frozen yogurt, steaming lattes, and even cake. I love the way it … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking with Booze, Pies, Tarts, Tortes & Cheesecakes, Sweets | Tagged baking, christmas, cream pie, creamy, custard, december, dessert, egg nog, food, gingersnap crust, gingersnaps, holiday, holidays, ice box pie, icebox pie, no-bake, nutmeg, pie, pudding, recipe, rum, spiced rum, thanksgiving | 17 Comments

A Sweet Slice of Egg Nog (Cake)

Posted on December 5, 2012 by ButterSugarFlowers

Here is a cake I created as a tribute to one of my favorite seasonal treats. As the holidays near, I find myself anxiously awaiting the arrival of egg nog — anticipating its rich, creamy sweetness and the way it … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking with Booze, Cakes & Cupcakes, Sweets | Tagged baking, baking with booze, cake, christmas, december, dessert, desserts, egg nog, holidays, nutmeg, recipe, rum, spice, spice cake, spiced rum, winter | 12 Comments

Strawberry Pie, With Spirit

Posted on June 13, 2012 by ButterSugarFlowers

There’s something magical about strawberry season. It means that summer has arrived, bringing with it a bounty that’s as striking as it is scrumptious. A strawberry can quench our thirst, satisfy a sweet tooth, and remind us that vibrant beauty … Continue reading →