Monthly Archives: May 2017

Double Chocolate Gluten Free Banana Bread

Posted on May 31, 2017 by sparecake

I didn’t really do much with my mother back on Mother’s Day (sorry mom) besides make two banana breads, but they both came out great (very moist, able to stand up to being sliced, etc) so…not the worst day? This … Continue reading →

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Raisinet Gift Cookie Mix

Posted on May 24, 2017 by sparecake

Apparently homemade cookie mix is a thing as a gift, and I’m all for it! This mix fits just right in a 1 quart mason jar, allowing you to layer the ingredients like sand-art, to make a pretty gift that … Continue reading →

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Gluten-Free Yellow Cake with Chocolate Frosting

Posted on May 17, 2017 by sparecake

I’ve been getting lucky with great textured gluten-free baked goods lately, and this is another example! The cake feels somehow dense and fluffy at the same time, and the frosting is super light, fluffy, and delicious. This is a good … Continue reading →

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Polenta Grilled Cheese

Posted on May 10, 2017 by sparecake

Grilled cheese is hard to do wrong, and this is another delicious way to do it right! The polenta makes a nice change from your usual grilled bread, matching well with the gooey melted cheese and providing it’s own flavor … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Financiers

Posted on May 3, 2017 by sparecake

I had never heard of financiers until my friend Danielle recommended this recipe to me, but they are apparently small and tasty! These ones are dark and richly chocolate, and can go from ingredients in cabinets to cooling in about … Continue reading →

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