I was having some company from Europe for a casual get together one day and had to whip up something quick that morning. Being so short on time (I was working that day too) I was tempted to buy a pre-made dessert. But then my conscience and my common sense took hold of me. I mean where was I going to find a dessert with no refined sugar or chemicals and on such short notice? And the time and energy I’d use to find one would be better spent making one myself. I looked at two other dessert recipes of mine Elegant Whipped Lavender Berry Mousse and Hot Chocolate Cake with Mango […]
Black Forest Cherry On Top Yogurt Parfait
I first visited the Black Forest or Schwarz Wald in Germany when I was a freshman in Junior High School. That was a long time ago. However to this day, I recall every magical moment I spent in that mysterious place. It was the setting for many a children’s story and many a folklore. And it was most likely the origin of one of the most beloved desserts, Black Forest Cake. What makes the cake so über special? The combination of cherries, chocolate and cream. It was a union of flavors destined to be legendary. And it was destined to grace this colorful yogurt parfait. The Black Forest Cake or Schwarzwälderkirschtorte […]