Cakes

Rhubarb Almond Cake (Gluten-free)

July 5, 2017 By Melina Thompson 3 Comments

Hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July weekend! I snatched some rhubarb at my local grocery store this weekend (I know, rhubarb season is almost over, lucky me!) so I made this Rhubarb Almond Cake for dessert today. I love rhubarb, it is so tart and almost sour, yet sweet once it’s cooked. It goes best with vanilla and almond (see these Vanilla Bean Polenta Cakes with Rhubarb) so I combined it with a very old almond cake recipe that I’ve had for decades. It is a super simple cake recipe using very few ingredients, and it happens to be gluten-free! It is actually a kind of chiffon cake, you beat the egg yolks and sugar and then fold in beaten egg whites and almond flour to achieve a super airy, fluffy and moist cake….

Plum Cake with Cream Cheese Custard

November 22, 2015 By Melina Thompson Leave a Comment

It is almost christmas time and I have just started getting out all of my holiday decorations, but this Plum Cake with Cream Cheese Custard is bringing those warm summer feelings back! It was still pretty warm and sunny here in Dallas just a few weeks ago when I made this. Now, being just one week away from Thanksgiving, I want to make this cake again – and add some cinnamon, maybe some ginger and turn this into a treat for the holidays… how about that?…

Pear and Poppy Seed Coffee Cake

August 9, 2015 By Melina Thompson 4 Comments

Summer is already halfway over and I have not posted a single recipe! That makes me even more excited to share this super easy Pear and Poppy Seed Coffee Cake. Whether you’re planning a family picnic, BBQ with friends or just craving some cake (who needs an occasion anyway, right?), this coffee cake might be what you’re looking for. Fluffy cake with a pear and poppy seed filling, topped with buttery crumbles. If you can, enjoy it while it’s still warm… maybe with some vanilla ice cream?…

Orange Coconut Cream Cake

February 26, 2015 By Melina Thompson 2 Comments

I made this quite a while ago but as I’m sitting here typing this post I am seriously starting to crave a piece of this incredible Orange Coconut Cream Cake. Coconut cake is one of my all time favorites (besides chocolate – of course – and anything nuts) and this recipe has been with me for years. The creamy coconut with the zesty orange is just a perfect match and this is a perfect cake for both cold winter days and summer parties!

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Chocolate Hazelnut Polenta Cake

August 10, 2014 By Melina Thompson 4 Comments

I’m about to go on vacation and just wanted to share this super easy recipe with you real quick! This chocolate hazelnut polenta cake is packed with flavor. Using cornmeal instead of regular flour adds so much character to a simple cake, it’s amazing! And you can never go wrong with chocolate and hazelnut, my favorite flavor combo of all. Oh and by the way, it’s gluten-free, too!
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Vanilla Bean Polenta Cakes with Rhubarb

April 21, 2014 By Melina Thompson 2 Comments

Those polenta cakes, amazing. They are so flavorful and moist with the taste of summer! When you think of polenta cake you usually think of lemon polenta cake, which is a classic. And sure, it does taste really good, the almond and lemon together with the cornmeal result in a nice mediterranean flavor. But its nothing compared to this! The sweetness of the cornmeal with the rich flavor of one whole vanilla bean, paired with the fresh and slightly sour rhubarb is just divine. And gluten-free!

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Flourless Hazelnut Chocolate Cake

March 10, 2014 By Melina Thompson 5 Comments

Oh my… I have only 3 words to describe this cake: chocolaty, succulent, divine. It is honestly one of the best chocolate cakes I have ever tasted and it takes no more than 5 ingredients and 15 minutes plus baking time (plus it’s gluten free in case you are allergic). The outcome it the most chocolate loaded, moist (wet!) piece of cake you can imagine. And I promise you: you won’t stop eating until it’s gone.

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Banana Cake with Coconut and Creamy Honey Frosting

January 19, 2014 By Melina Thompson 46 Comments

I think it’s about time I post this recipe. Banana cake with coconut. This is one of my favorites cakes that I’ve been making for years. It’s not just extremely delicious but super easy (all you need is 2 bowls and a whisk), quick and – healthy! Yes, healthy. And being pregnant (almost 6 months!) I’m always glad to have something for my sweet tooth to snack on that is not making me feel too guilty. And it is soo good, too – super moist, soft and fluffy.
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Dark Chocolate Bread with Toasted Hazelnuts

June 13, 2013 By Melina Thompson 2 Comments

I know, it’s been a while… but although I have not been posting anything for a few months, my oven didn’t grind to a halt! So I got a few yummy recipes in stock for you – like this rich dark chocolate bread covered in toasted hazelnuts. Deliciously smelling kitchen guaranteed!
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Avocado Chocolate Cake with Coffee-Chocolate Glaze

March 5, 2012 By Melina Thompson 11 Comments

Avocado Cocoa Cake with Coffee-Chocolate Glaze

You think this sounds odd? Think again! Coffee and chocolate just make a great team and the glaze on this cake is just delicious. The avocado simply serves as a substitute for butter, which makes this cake a much healthier choice than most other chocolate cakes. And it keeps the cake moist and creamy. You won’t taste it, promise!
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