Ingredients:FOR THE CAKE:16 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pans3 cups cake flour, plus more for pans, sifted2½ tsp. baking powder1 tsp. kosher salt1 cup milk2 tsp. vanilla extract1½ cups sugar4 eggsFOR THE ICING:3½ cups sugar12 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted2 (15-oz.) cans evaporated milk1 egg2 tsp. vanilla extract1 tsp. baking sodaInstructions:Make the cake: Heat…
Ingredients:FOR THE CAKE:3½ cups sifted cake flour4 tsp. baking powder½ tsp. salt8 oz. butter2 cups sugar1 cup milk½ tsp. rosewater8 egg whitesFOR THE ICING:4 cups sugar6 egg whites½ tsp. rosewater½ cup chopped raisins½ cup chopped figs2 tbsp. chopped candied orange peel1½ cups chopped pecansInstructions:Make the cake: Heat oven to 375°. Whisk flour, baking powder, and…
Ingredients:FOR THE CAKE:16 tbsp. unsalted butter, plus more for greasing pans3½ cups cake flour, sifted4 tsp. baking powder½ tsp. kosher salt2 cups sugar1 tsp. vanilla extract1 cup milk½ tsp. cream of tartar8 egg whitesFOR THE FILLING:1 cup sugar8 egg yolks½ cup bourbon or brandy8 tbsp. unsalted butter, cubed1 cup raisins1 cup chopped pecans1 cup grated…
Pregnancy is a time of great change for both mom and baby. It can be exciting, challenging, and rewarding all at once. It is essential for new mothers to maintain a healthy lifestyle during their pregnancies because if they stay healthy, then it is more likely that their child will do the same. Here are…
Next time you have cake scraps or cupcakes lying around, try this recipe. You’ll be opening yourself up to a whole new level of sweetness.Ingredients:8 ounces red velvet cake (about 4-5 cupcakes, or any cake scraps you may have)2 ounces butter1 8oz packet cream cheese½ cup heavy cream¾ cup powdered sugar½ tsp vanilla or extract…
With a baby on the way, one of the most important things to consider is how it will change your wardrobe. You really need to know what you will need for pregnant and post-pregnancy periods. But still, there are many things that you can buy now and wear after giving birth. My fashion tips for…
Moms-to-be need to be at their best and that’s why they need to put some effort into looking good. This article will provide readers with some tips on beauty and fashion for pregnant moms and how they can do it without breaking the bank. Get a new haircut Ever since your pregnancy started, your hair…
‘The Brown Mama Mindset: A Blueprint for Black Moms on Life, Love & Home’ by Muffy Mendoza I highly recommend The Brown Mama Mindset. This book is EVERYTHING that I was looking for when I had my first child. It offers practical advice to manage the beginning of motherhood, while also providing an inspirational message…
A safer solution for your kiddos is here – Stairslide. Stairslide is a slide that mounts onto the stairs in your home, giving your children a safe and fast way to get down the stairs every time. It’s good for you because you don’t have to worry about them getting hurt, and it’s good for…