Red Velvet Apricot Tarts

Red Velvet Apricot Tarts

Crimson Coated Sunshine

“The tarts were wonderful,” said Abra. “I left one for you.”

East of Eden, John Steinbeck

Inspiration

Huddled in their plush crimson coats the Red Velvet Apricots were unceremoniously heaped in a pile at the grocery store. Cloaked in mystery, there was no visible clue of their flamboyant split personalities of apricot and plum. Just as one would expect from those who dare to wear red velvet in late spring the attire was regal and commanding. The plush crimson coat unfurled to reveal an intriguing interior of radiant orange. A splendid spring greeting of crimson coated sunshine tops these sumptuous little tarts. READ MORE . . .

Red Velvet Cupcakes with White Chocolate Peppermint Frosting

Red Velvet Cupcakes with White Chocolate Peppermint Frosting

A Whimsical Dessert for the Holidays

“The winter night blew in with frosty wind, and the street lamps with their sputtering carbons swung restlessly and made shadows dart back and forth like a runner trying to steal second base.”

East of Eden, John Steinbeck

Inspiration

Lush red velvet was whispering Christmas to me. I was seduced by bold red and white peppermint stripes and a minty sharpness in the cold nights. Creamy white chocolate curled above the red velvet like wisps of steam from my hot morning coffee. I imagined a snowy Christmas portrayed in my velvet cupcakes. READ MORE . . .