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    canola or vegetable oil

    Strawberry Shortcake

    April 25, 2018

    strawberry, whipped cream, cake
    strawberry, whipped cream, cake

    Layered white cake with a hint of lemon filled with strawberry whipped cream and strawberry jam.

    Is it finally spring? There are days I wake up and walk outside and it feels as though winter is still lingering. But today, today was 80 degrees, and tomorrow and the next day. I think we have finally jumped over the hump and spring is in the air. Trees are filled with buds, leaves and flowers. The cherry blossoms are coming to an end, sometimes it looks as though it's raining flowers. But lilacs are budding, roses are beginning to emerge and sweet fragrant flowers fill the air all around. 

    cake, strawberry, layer cake

    Layers of delicate white cake and strawberry whipped cream.

    That spring air definitely puts some pep in your step and makes you want to be outside to take walks, start the garden and head to the Farmer's Market. Strawberries are just starting to pop up, not quite locally for me in Portland but some beautiful ones from California. This is the big kickoff and hopes that summer is just around the corner. I'm ready to start planting my garden, long days, BBQs and endless time with friends and family. 

    Sometimes bloggers like to get together, virtually and put together quite the party. Like our last one that highlighted carrots. Today I'm joined by over 90 bloggers sharing all things strawberry...because #straweberriesarethejam , follow that hashtag on Instagram for the most beautiful feed you'll ever see! 

    whipped cream, cake, strawberries

    Layers of delicate white cake and strawberry whipped cream.

    I could eat strawberries by the bucket, I will sit and pick them all summer long from my garden. The sweetest, and most delectable strawberries in all the world! When I think about strawberries, I immediately think of strawberries and cream, a natural and perfect combination that is classic and never disappoints. I took one of my favorite cake recipes, made some tweaks and filled it with the simplest strawberry whipped cream and homemade strawberry jam. Easy enough for a backyard BBQ or elegant enough for a formal dinner party.  Not fussy,  just a perfect simple cake. I hope you give it a try! I love seeing your creations be sure to tag me on Instagram @CosettesKitchen or post on my Facebook Page. You can find a list of the bloggers and links to their amazing recipes below and be sure to follow the hashtag #strawberriesarethejam for loads of inspiration! 

    xoxo
    Cosette

    A list of the amazing bloggers contributing to our fabulous strawberry party: 

    Rebecca and Ruth Bloom @squaremealroundtable Roasted Balsamic Strawberry Pavlova http://www.squaremealroundtable.com/recipes/balsamic-roasted-strawberry-pavlova
    Joy Huang @joyosity Strawberry Matcha Cream Cheese Tart
    http://the-cooking-of-joy.blogspot.com/2018/04/strawberry-matcha-cream-cheese-tart.html
    Jenny Kaicher @catgrammer strawberry & cheese danish  
    Annie Garcia @WhatAnniesEating Vegan Strawberry + Basil Ice Cream WhatAnniesEating.com
    Michele Di Pietro @MangiaWithMichele Bruschetta w/ Spicy Strawberry Tomato Jam, Goat Cheese & Basil https://www.instagram.com/mangiawithmichele/
    Heifa Odeh @fufuinthekitchen Vegan Strawberry Banana Ice cream Sandwiches www.fufuskitchen.com/vegan-strawberry-ice-cream-sandwich
    Natalie Popkave @beeandthebaker
    Strawberry Pie - Red wine soaked strawberries with black peppercorn
     
    Emily Wilson @thishealthytable Strawberry Tahini Short Cake https://thishealthytable.com/blog/strawberry-tahini-short-cake
    Becca Rea-Holloway @floursinyourhair Strwaberry Milk Donuts https://www.floursinyourhair.com/recipes/strawberry-milk-donuts
    Kate Wood @katie_clova Strawberry Icebox Pie thewoodandspoon.com/strawberry-icebox-pie/
    Marcia Smart @smartinthekitchen Rustic Strawberry Galette https://smartinthekitchen.com/2017/07/rustic-strawberry-galette/
    Mimi Newman @miminew strawberry-jam filled brioche donuts https://www.theherbandspoon.com/baking/jelly-doughnut/
    Irena Steinjan @flottelottehaan Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches www.flottelotte.eu
    Cyn Robinson @betterwitbiscuits Strawberry Cobbler https://www.betterwithbiscuits.com/2018/04/25/strawberry-cobbler/
    Samantha Gutmanis @mykitchenlove Strawberry Rhubarb Tart http://www.mykitchenlove.com/rhubarb-strawberry-tart/
    Shannon McDowell @rumblyinmytumbly_ Strawberry Scones www.rumblytumbly.com
    Michelle C @siftandsimmer Rose Strawberry Hibiscus Mille Crepe Cake
    https://www.siftandsimmer.com/1st-blogiversary-rose-strawberry-hibiscus-mille-crepe-cake/
    Ari Laing @wellseasonedstudio Classic vanilla layer cake with mascarpone buttercream and fresh strawberries
    https://www.wellseasonedstudio.com/2018/04/25/classic-vanilla-layer-cake-with-mascarpone-buttercream-and-fresh-strawberries
    Jean Choi @whatggmaate No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars (Paleo, Vegan) https://whatgreatgrandmaate.com/strawberry-no-bake-cheesecake-bars-paleo-vegan
    Sami Romansky @moreicingthancake Strawberry, Balsamic & Black Pepper Babka moreicingthancake.com
    Marianne Madison @my.recipe.addiction Strawberry Vanilla Bean Cake  
    Kristina Cho @eatchofood Strawberry Basil Glazed Donuts eatchofood.com
    Brandi @cocoaandsalt Strawberry Pistachio Tart www.cocoaandsalt.com
    Paula @gobblethecook Strawberry Fraisier  
    Enrica Monzani @asmallkitcheningenoa Italian Riviera strawberries salad www.asmallkitcheningenoa.com
    Maren Ellingboe @marenkiersti Angel Food Cake with Whipped Cream & Strawberries www.marenellingboe.com
    Nicole Perry @amodestfeast Greek Yogurt With Crispy Quinoa and Roasted Strawberries
    http://www.amodestfeast.com/2016/04/18/greek-yogurt-crispy-quinoa-roasted-strawberries/
    Marie Roffey @sugarsaltmagic Strawberry Mousse Tart https://www.sugarsaltmagic.com/strawberry-mousse-tart
    kate aliberti @kaaliberti Strawberry Rhubarb Pie x
    Kate Ramos @holajalapeno Strawberry Pink Peppercorn Margarita http://www.holajalapeno.com/2017/04/strawberry-pink-peppercorn-margarita.html
    Annie D'Souza @worthypause Strawberry-Basil Shrub Cocktail https://www.worthypause.com/blog/2016/12/strawberry-basil-shrub-cocktail
    Jo Harrington @jojoromancer TBD strawberry pie  
    Tia Lilley @hotdishingitout Panna Cotta with Strawberry Jelly https://www.hotdishingitout.com/blog/2018/04/25/panna-cotta-strawberry-jelly
    Karen Carbone @whatskarencooking Strawberry Eton Mess www.whatskarencooking.com
    Sam Sabol @samsabol Baked Brie with spicy strawberry compote  
    Amanda Samuels @figsandflour Shrimp Tacos with Strawberry Apricot Salsa https://figsandflour.com/2016/06/16/shrimp-tacos-with-apricot-strawberry-salsa/
    Elsa Hannaford @piegirlbakes Strawberry ginger pie https://piegirlbakes.com/2017/06/10/strawberry-ginger-pie/
    Helen Nugent @batterednbaked Strawberry pie TBA  
    Kylie Mazon @cookingwithcocktailrings Basil Balsamic Strawberry Shortcake cookingwithcocktailrings.com
    Patricia Rivero @cooking.again Chocolate meringue with white chocolate moisse and strawberries. http://reencontrandomeconlacocina.wordpress.com
    Denisse Salinas @lepetitchefsb Strawberry Orange Blossom Tartlets lepetiteats.com
    Maia Paul @thecookbooknerd Strawberry, goat cheese and basil Schiacciata  
    Rebecca Clark @mamaclarkskitchen French Strawberry Tart  
    Amisha Gurbani @thejamlab TBD www.thejamlab.co
    Niki Smalec @cleanplateclb Mini strawberry Bundt cakes with lemon glaze www.cleanplateclb.com
    Jessica @effyeahfood TBD www.effyeahfood.com
    Sónia Pereira @thehealthysins Coconut flour Crepes topped with fresh strawberries and coconut yogurt www.thehealthysins.com
    Sylvie Charles @justdatesyrup strawberry date syrup oat crumble www.justdatesyrup.com
    Kasey Goins @well_fedsoul Strawberry Almond Mascarpone Cake https://well-fedsoul.com
    Jennifer Huang @jenniferluhuang@gamil.com Strawberry and Mascarpone Creme Crepe Cake  
    Katherine Turro @katherineinbrooklyn Roasted Strawberry Balsamic Ice Cream www.katherineinbrooklyn.com/blog/roasted-strawberry-balsamic-ice-cream
    Leanne Combden @crumbtopbaking Strawberry Chia Jam Oat Bars https://www.crumbtopbaking.com/strawberry-chia-jam-oat-bars/
    Marianne Lynn @mariannes_kitchen Strawberry Madeleines www.mariannecooks.com
    Jennifer Caroff @foodsoulutions Strawberry Soup (savory and sweet) www.foodsoulutions.com
    jess larson @playswellwithbutter strawberry salad with goat cheese, grilled chicken, & maple balsamic vinaigrette
    http://playswellwithbutter.com/2018/04/25/strawberry-salad-goat-cheese-maple-balsamic-grilled-chicken/
    Melissa Cortina @melissalcortina Pickled Green Strawberries bavettemeat.com
    Becky Sue Wilberding @bakingthegoods Mini Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes http://bakingthegoods.com/2018/04/24/mini-strawberry-lemon-cupcakes/
    Cristina Manjon @fortyninefigs Strawberries and Cream Paris-Brest  
    Ginger Smith @lemonthymeandginger Strawberry Basil No Churn Ice Cream http://lemonthymeandginger.com/strawberry-no-churn-ice-cream
    Wendy Aceto @theciaofandiary Strawberry Tarts  
    Clemence Gossett @gourmandisela Strawberry Pistachio Salad http://thegourmandiseschool.com/?recipe=strawberry-pistachio-and-arugula-salad
    Bebe Carminito @champagneandcookies Strawberry & Sesame Whole Wheat Pop Tarts with Strawberry Tahini Glaze https://www.champagneandcookies.net
    Fiona McCabe @made_fromscratch Roasted strawberry and basil ice cream
    https://madefromscratchblo.wixsite.com/madefromscratch/single-post/2018/04/23/strawberriesarethejam
    Lisa McDaniel @tinykitchencapers Strawberries and Cream Pound Cake http://www.tinykitchencapers.com/strawberries-and-cream-pound-cake/
    Kirsten Schimoler @ritualsofthekitchen
    Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Strawberry Rhubarb & Ginger Compote, Yogurt & Fresh Berries
     
    Ruth Tam @rushyama Mini Chocolate Cake with Strawberry Ganache http://cooktildelicious.com/mini-chocolate-cake-strawberry-ganache/
    Jessie Sheehan @jessiesheehanbakes strawberry basil turnovers https://www.jessiesheehanbakes.com/2018/04/25/strawberry-basil-turnovers/ ‎
    Nadia Hubbi & Deana Kabakibi @sweetpillarfood TBD www.sweetpillarfood.com
    Joanna Kulma @asiakulma strawberry & pistachio galette  
    Annie Campbell @annielcampbell Strawberry Pavlova annie-campbell.com
    Majed ali @thecinnaman Rose Hibiscus Strawberry Icebox Pie http://thecinnaman.com/rose-hibiscus-strawberry-icebox-pie/
    Lindsay Surowitz @weeknightbite TBD  
    Shahla Rashid @myberkeleykitchen Strawberry Kale Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette www.myberkeleykitchen.com
    Elizabeth Van Lierde @college_housewife   http://thecollegehousewife.com/
    Thida Bevington @thida.bevington Strawberry galette  
    Kim Pawell @somethingnewfordinner Watermelon, Tomato and Strawberry Salad with Burrata
    https://somethingnewfordinner.com/recipe/watermelon-tomato-and-strawberry-salad-with-burrata/
    Kaitlyn Guarini @currentmoodfood Fresh Strawberry Yogurt Cake https://www.aspicyperspective.com/farmstand-fresh/
    Anam Khan @anamazingappetite Vanilla Strawberry Tart https://www.anamazingappetite.com/
    Denise Browning @easyanddelish Strawberry Brigadeiros http://www.easyanddelish.com/strawberry-brigadeiros/
    Mary Kasprzak @blossomtostem Mezcal Lime Strawberry Pavlova https://www.blossomtostem.net
    Candace Nelson @candacenelson Strawberry Shortcakes  
           
    Bella Karragiannidis @ful.filled Lilac Sugar Strawberry Shortcakes with Greek Yogurt Whipped Cream https://www.ful-filled.com
    Donna Shin @bappygirl Strawberry Spinach Almond Salad bappygirlyum.blogspot.com
    Michelle M @glykiazoisweetlife   http://www.glykiazoisweetlife.com
    Rezel Kealoha @rezelkealoha Rose Poached Strawberries with Thyme Flowers http://www.rezelkealoha.com/recipes/apple-cider-rose-poached-strawberries/
    Sam Adler @frostingandfettuccine Strawberry Basil layer cake with strawberry simple syrup http://frostingandfettuccine.com
    Daniela Gerson @ChefDanielaGerson
    Mascarpone Tart ~ Strawberries & Candied Pecans ~ Pretzel Crust
     
    Uschi Ernst @dukkah_queen Rhubarb crumble with strawberries  
    Plum Lucky @plumluckypiepi Strawberry elderflower pie with strawberry crust  
    Ellen Gray @nomoremrnicepie Fresh Strawberry Pie http://www.nomoremrnicepie.com
    Jordan Elbaum @pricklyfresh Strawberry Burratta Kale Salad with Pistachio & Lemon Vinaigrette http://www.pricklyfresh.com/summer-strawberry-burratta-kale-salad/
    Jess & Margarita @farmandcoastcookery Strawberry & Thyme Shortcake http://www.farmandcoastcookery.com/blog/
    Stephanie Ibarra @ChiPieDesserts Strawberry Hand Pies  
    Nilufar Kayhani @lifeasalotus   lifeasalotus.com/blog
    Katie Olsen @katiebirdbakes Strawberry Crumble Bars https://www.katiebirdbakes.com/strawberry-crumble-bars
    Valerie Six @sixsnippets Strawberry Fool www.sixsnippets.com

     





    Print Recipe
    Strawberry Shortcake
    strawberry, whipped cream, cake
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Dessert
    Prep Time 30 minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes
    Servings
    servings
    Ingredients
    Lemon White Cake
    • 5 large eggs
    • 2 tsp vanilla
    • 1 large lemon zested
    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • 3 cups all purpose flour
    • 3 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
    • ½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
    Strawberry Whipped Cream
    • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
    • ½ cup prepared strawberry jam
    • pinch of salt
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Dessert
    Prep Time 30 minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes
    Servings
    servings
    Ingredients
    Lemon White Cake
    • 5 large eggs
    • 2 tsp vanilla
    • 1 large lemon zested
    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • 3 cups all purpose flour
    • 3 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
    • ½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
    Strawberry Whipped Cream
    • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
    • ½ cup prepared strawberry jam
    • pinch of salt
    strawberry, whipped cream, cake
    Instructions
    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter + flour a (3) 6" (3" deep) cake rounds.
    2. In stand mixer, mix eggs, vanilla, lemon zest and sugar until blended and smooth.
    3. Add flour, baking powder + salt on low speed.
    4. Finally add the oil and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, be sure to scrape down sides and bottom. Batter will be thick.
    5. Divide the batter equally among the 3 cake pans.
    6. Bake for 40-50 minutes until a cake tester comes out clean.
    7. Remove when done, let cool and remove cakes from pans to allow to fully cool.
    Whipped Cream
    1. In the bowl of your stand mixer, attach your whisk attachment and pour your heavy cream in the bowl.
    2. Whip cream to almost stiff peaks on high speed, just before peaks stiffen, add your strawberry jam and salt, continue to whisk.
    3. Whisk on high speed until stiff peaks form.
    Assembly
    1. Place a dollop of whipped cream on your cake plate or cake board.
    2. Place one cake round on top of dollop the spread a generous amount of whipped cream and spread. Place a about a heaping tablespoon of jam in the center.
    3. Place next round on top and repeat with the 3rd layer.
    4. Spread whipped cream on top and sides of cake and smooth.
    5. Decorate with strawberries and serve.
    Recipe Notes

    If you don't have 6" cake rounds:
    9x13 pan ~ 30-35 minutes
    bundt ~ 60 minutes
    9" rounds ~ 30 minutes

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    Chocolate Cupcakes ~ Orr's Box

    December 22, 2017

    chocolate cupcakes

    Home for the Holidays

    Currently sitting at my parent's house, back in my childhood home that is oddly the same but also different. The holidays are DEFINITELY my favorite time of year, my whole family flies back east to visit our extended family. Now some folks may think we are completely nuts, absurd and out of our mind to want to spend 3 weeks with our families, but we truly LOVE IT! Our kids love every second of it and it is all they have known since they have been little babies. We spend Christmas in Pennsylvania, DONE DEAL! It's 3 weeks of uninterrupted time with my parents, my in-laws, my siblings and their kids, it's pretty perfect. Now, don't get me wrong, we have surely had our Griswold family drama over the years: fights, drama, tears...you name it! But in the end, those are the moments we remember. Those are the moments that make us stronger and closer to one another, I wouldn't trade them for the world. 

    My Crazy Family

    Some of my favorite holiday moments from growing up are with my parents, brother, sister and our surrogate extended family. My godmother, my sister's godmother and her daughter. They are the ones that we grew up with, we saw them as our aunts/grandparents. They gave us a glimmer of shine each holiday season. When they walked through the door on Christmas morning, THEY were the Santas, THEY did all the work, THEY made our days a little brighter. My parents worked extremely hard, but times were tough growing up and they did EVERYTHING for us, everything they could including putting food on the table. When the holidays came around, Lottie, Rosa and Marie took care of us while my parents took care of them. I think it was something that was just done and figured out, no one talked about it, no one asked, it just was the way it was. They were our Fairy Godmothers, literally! It was what family did. I treasure the memories with them, growing up by our sides.

    The Orr's Box

    My godmother, Marie, passed away about 15 years ago. It was the first time someone close to me died. Each Christmas, in her honor, we have a secret Orr's box that is passed to a new family member. See, Orr's was a department store that she shopped at regularly over the years when we were kids. One day Orr's closed the doors. But Marie was frugal, she saved lots of things: wrapping paper, stamps, tissue paper, ketchup packets, straws, you name it and she had it! So one Christmas (or Birthday), someone opened a gift and it happened to be in an Orr's box (Orr's by this point had been closed for many, many years). Of course we all found it amusing. Honestly, I'm not sure how it all began but now this Orr's box is our precious passed family heirloom, yes, a box is our family heirloom because we are that crazy! These are things that make the holidays special and fun, sharing old memories, building new ones and bringing in new family members to celebrate all that is wonderful. 

    A photo of my brother, the 2016 recipient of the Orr's Box. Note, this photo also is evidence of who has the box this year, AND this photo was taken on New Year's Day because we had a box scare...but all is well and I have full hope that my brother will gift the box along. 

    Chocolate Cupcakes

    Cupcakes and such...

    So now that you know a little about my crazy family, how about some holiday cupcakes??? You might need some after my story or if you're spending time with YOUR family! I am hoping to make these with my nieces this coming weekend or at least have some made to decorate! I LOVE this recipe for cupcakes or a chocolate cake (that doesn't need to be layered). It is so fluffy, moist and a perfect balance of chocolate. I hope you enjoy them as much as me! As always, I love seeing your creations, tag me on Instagram @CosettesKitchen or post on my Facebook Page.

    Warmly,
    Cosette

    Print Recipe
    Chocolate Cupcakes
    Cake recipe adapted from: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/17981/one-bowl-chocolate-cake-iii
    Course Dessert
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Servings
    Ingredients
    • 2 cups white sugar
    • 1 ¾ cups all purpose flour
    • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder I prefer a dark cocoa powder, blended dutch and natural, sift
    • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 2 large eggs
    • ½ cup canola or vegetable oil
    • 1 cup milk whole or 2% is best
    • 1 cup hot strong coffee can sub with boiling water
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    Course Dessert
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Servings
    Ingredients
    • 2 cups white sugar
    • 1 ¾ cups all purpose flour
    • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder I prefer a dark cocoa powder, blended dutch and natural, sift
    • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 2 large eggs
    • ½ cup canola or vegetable oil
    • 1 cup milk whole or 2% is best
    • 1 cup hot strong coffee can sub with boiling water
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    Instructions
    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line cupcake tins with cupcake liners.
    2. In bowl of stand mixer, combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder (sifted), baking powder, baking soda and salt.
    3. With paddle attachment, blend ingredients until combined.
    4. Slowly add in eggs and oil and mix for 2 minutes.
    5. Next, add in your milk and mix for another minute. Be sure to scrape down the sides of your mixer bowl.
    6. Finally, add in your hot coffee and vanilla until combined. Batter will be thin.
    7. Begin filling your cupcake tin with batter about ¾ of the way full.
    8. Bake on the same rack, upper ⅓ of oven and bake for 18-22 minutes or until a tester comes out clean.
    9. Frost with your favorite icing!
    Recipe Notes

    *Cupcakes above were frosted using a swiss meringue buttercream, I like using this one from Pioneer Woman
    *You can certainly use a whipped cream frosting or whatever you like.
    *For a 9x13 cake, grease and flour cake pan. Pour batter and bake for 30-35 minutes. Makes a delicious cake! 
    *The snowflakes are made of chocolate. I printed a pattern I liked, melted candy melts, filled a piping bag and piped onto a wax paper with pattern underneath. Topped cupcakes when they hardened. 

     

     

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    Swoonworthy Apple Cake

    November 9, 2017

    Apple cake with walnuts and browned butter

    Our Day.

    We're already inching through November, kids are off of school 3 days this week and another 3 days week after next (they were also off last Friday). We're fully into "No School November" an official term here in Portland! Don't get me wrong, I love my kids but since all 3 have been at school full-time, I've kind of learned to love my time away from them (does that make me a bad mom??). Anywho, we spent today at home, I did some cooking and baking and also managed to make some playdough (you can find the recipe on my Instagram). There was also the ridiculously long Uno game, no lie...never-ending. But I wanted to be sure to spend time with them, even though I have about 6 million things to do (and the list keeps growing). They are growing up so fast and every day I see changes in each of them. So here I am at 10:45pm after finally cleaning up the kitchen from dinner, changed sheets and kiddos all in bed. 

    The Cake.

    This cake. What can I say about this cake besides, it's a SPECTACULAR. It's simple to put together, fail-proof, sweet enough for dessert but also perfectly perfect for morning coffee. I remember my mom making this cake when we were growing up, she called it the 1, 2, 3, 4 cake, something about the number of each item (I still don't get it) but she always made it and it always made the house smell amazing. Sometimes it was made with apples in the center (as I'm writing it today) and other times with walnuts. 

    With Thanksgiving less than 2 weeks away I want to give you some dessert inspiration. I mean, Thanksgiving is officially the PIE holiday but if pie isn't your thing or you aren't ready to make and roll out pie dough, this cake will be the perfect addition to your holiday gathering. I've jazzed up the original recipe to include: apples + cinnamon + brown butter + walnuts = all the things we crave on epic Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving holidays. 

    Brown Butter. 

    Brown butter, besides cheese and bread this may be my other secret love child. I mean, butter on its own is pretty dynamite but take that butter, melt it down and get all those little brown bits and you have something even more superior. So I thought, hey, why not drizzle this amazing cake with a brown butter glaze, it can certainly do no wrong. So I baked the epic, classic cake, drizzled it with brown butter glaze and topped it with walnuts. I truly believe most desserts should have nuts, don't you? I won't digress or lead you on an even longer journey of my ramblings. You can find the recipe for this delicious cake below. Whether you decide to make it for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving or just a Sunday morning, I promise you won't be disappointed. As always, I love seeing your creations, be sure to tag me on Instagram @CosettesKitchen or post on my Facebook Page.


    Print Recipe
    Apple Cake
    Apple cake with walnuts and browned butter
    Course Baked Good, Dessert
    Cuisine Dessert
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 65 minutes
    Servings
    slices
    Ingredients
    Cake
    • 5 large eggs
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla or whiskey
    • 1 large lemon zested
    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • 3 cups flour
    • 3 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
    • ½ cup orange juice
    • 3-4 medium apples skinned and cut into ½" cubes
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ⅓ cup walnuts (you can add additional with the apples in center of cake)
    Brown Butter Glaze
    • 1 stick unsalted butter
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 1 tsp salt
    Course Baked Good, Dessert
    Cuisine Dessert
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 65 minutes
    Servings
    slices
    Ingredients
    Cake
    • 5 large eggs
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla or whiskey
    • 1 large lemon zested
    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • 3 cups flour
    • 3 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
    • ½ cup orange juice
    • 3-4 medium apples skinned and cut into ½" cubes
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ⅓ cup walnuts (you can add additional with the apples in center of cake)
    Brown Butter Glaze
    • 1 stick unsalted butter
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 1 tsp salt
    Apple cake with walnuts and browned butter
    Instructions
    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter + flour a bundt pan.
    2. In stand mixer, mix eggs, vanilla (or whiskey), lemon zest and sugar until blended and smooth.
    3. Add flour, baking powder + salt on low speed.
    4. Finally add the oil and orange juice. Blend until smooth, be sure to scrape down sides and bottom. Batter will be thick.
    5. Pour half the batter into the bundt pan.
    6. Next, mix the apples and cinnamon together in a small bowl and place on top of the batter poured into bundt.
    7. Finally, pour the 2nd half of the batter on top.
    8. Bake for 65-75 minutes, until a cake tester comes out clean.
    9. Remove when done, let cool and remove from bundt pan.
    10. Once cake has cooled, drizzle brown butter glaze and top with walnuts while glaze is wet.
    Brown Butter Glaze
    1. Melt the butter on medium heat. Continue melting until brown bits begin to form. Be sure to scrape and swirl the pan as the butter melts. Remove when the smell is aromatic and butter has browned.
    2. Whisk in the remaining ingredients until a smooth glaze forms.
    Recipe Notes

    *Feel free to add in walnuts to the center of your cake if you'd like.

    *The glaze and additional nuts are definitely optional, the cake on its own is amazing and can stand up to any dessert tray. 

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    Lemon Blueberry Bundt

    July 25, 2017

    You know how there are some things you NEVER forget from your childhood? Like your first new bike, your first kiss, your first car...well, I also never forgot this amazing cake my mom would always make. 

    The bundt, it's such a simple but elegant cake. Good enough for a BBQ but also perfect for a formal dinner party. My mom would make this cake all the time, especially in the fall filled with apples, cinnamon and walnuts. Something about the way the apples cooked between the batter made it so divine. Sweet but not too sweet, slightly dense but yet still light and fluffy. I don't typically like messing with perfection but I thought, what if this cake was filled with seasonal fruit??? The batter is perfect, so why not enhance it with blueberries, it could only be sensational! 

    I hope you enjoy this cake as much as I do. Whether you fill it with blueberries, enjoy it plain or find something even more amazing. I would love to see your creations! Tag me on Instagram @CosettesKitchen or post on my Facebook Page.

     

     

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    Lemon Blueberry Bundt
    This bundt cake is amazing and perfect for any occasion. Serve plain or with some ice cream on the side.
    Course Dessert
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 1 hour
    Servings
    slices
    Ingredients
    Blueberry Filling
    • 1 cup fresh blueberries
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    Cake
    • 5 eggs
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 splash bourbon or whiskey optional
    • 1 lemon zested
    • 2 cups sugar
    • 3 cups flour
    • 3 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
    • ½ cup orange juice
    Glaze
    • 2 cups confectioners sugar
    • 2-3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon whole milk or half and half
    Course Dessert
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 1 hour
    Servings
    slices
    Ingredients
    Blueberry Filling
    • 1 cup fresh blueberries
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    Cake
    • 5 eggs
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 splash bourbon or whiskey optional
    • 1 lemon zested
    • 2 cups sugar
    • 3 cups flour
    • 3 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
    • ½ cup orange juice
    Glaze
    • 2 cups confectioners sugar
    • 2-3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon whole milk or half and half
    Instructions
    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    2. Grease a bundt cake pan using baking spray or coat with shortening and dust with flour. Be sure to get all the crevices if your bundt has grooves.
    3. Mix your blueberries and brown sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
    4. In a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment add your eggs, vanilla, bourbon/whiskey, grated lemon and sugar. Mix for 2-3 minutes until combined. Sift your flour, baking powder and salt together and slowly add to the egg mixture on low. Add oil and orange juice at the end and mix until combined scraping sides down as needed.
    5. Pour half the batter in your bundt pan. Tap the bundt a few times on the counter so the batter fills the pan evenly.
    6. Add your blueberry mixture on top of your first layer of batter.
    7. Top your blueberry mixture with the rest of your batter.
    8. Bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees.
    9. Remove and let cool. Drizzle glaze and enjoy!
    Lemon Glaze
    1. Mix confectioners sugar and lemon juice until smooth and silky. Add in your milk/half and half. If your mixture seems too thin, you can add more confectioners sugar or more milk/half and half if it's too thick.
    2. Drizzle onto cooled cake.
    Recipe Notes

    This cake is extremely adaptable. You can bake the cake without the blueberries and it will still be delightful. Or fill with whatever fruit or nuts you'd like! 

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