This berry cake is so delicious. I believe this is one of the first cakes I made where I was completely stunned that I was able to actually produce such a taste. It tastes like images from those old movies where people spend time in the countryside sitting jointly at large tables outside in wild-flowered gardens, having afternoon tea and coffee, many children running around, laughter and plenty of cake. Hmm.
Read MoreWhen I found the secret ingredient brownies over at browneyedbaker, I instantly knew I had to try a variation of these. It is cherry time here, oh yeah, it is cherry time. I imagined a moist, dense and rich chocolate muffin with juicy cherries that add a fruity, summery touch. This worked out so well (better than the picture). These keep well for at least 4 days if you store them in an airtight container – if you manage. I even had the feeling they became richer with each day.
Read MoreThese are really bursting from buttermilk and berry taste. Don’t skip the lemon zest, this makes all the difference. The dough will be coarse, a bit like cookie dough so you will be able to spoon it nicely into the muffin cups. My only adjustment to this recipe was to use spelt flour instead of all-purpose flour and lemon zest instead of orange zest. I do believe that this makes them even more fluffy, but I do not have the comparison as of yet.
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