Living and writing in a circa 1840 New England Farmhouse with three generations of my family
I have always enjoyed making recipes that are favored by members of my family. I like to bake and baking something that I know is someone or everyone’s favorite adds to the joy I feel while baking. Now, more than ever, I find myself trying Read More
There’s something about the flavor combination of chocolate and strawberry that seems perfect for Valentine’s Day, or any day for that matter, We do our best to eat seasonally here at 1840 Farm. Eating seasonally during February in New England dictates that fresh strawberries are Read More
Many of the birthdays and holidays celebrated at 1840 Farm during the year depend on these cupcakes to mark the occasion as special. They are a wonderful combination of chocolate, vanilla, and malt flavors that merge to provide a depth of flavor not usually found Read More
When I publish a post, I’m never quite sure how it will appeal to my readers. Sometimes, a small detail catches the attention in a way that I couldn’t have possibly imagined. This was exactly the case when I posted the recipe for Chocolate Malt Read More
Yesterday was a special day at 1840 Farm. Without getting into too much detail, I will tell you that we found ourselves in the midst of a birthday. A birthday that involves a child and the celebration of a decade gone by. I’m not sure where Read More
This cookies and cream buttercream frosting is a delicious way to add flavor and texture to cakes, sheet cakes, or cupcakes.
If you’re looking for a little Easter recipe inspiration, we’ve got you covered. From brightly colored eggs to a breakfast or brunch worthy of a holiday celebration, you’ll find the recipes gathered together for you right here. Dessert? Well, I’ve got plenty of delicious ideas about Read More
“What is a cruffin?” became a popular question after I posted a photo of the cinnamon sugar cruffins I made last weekend on Facebook and Instagram.
This is a simple kitchen counter cake, the kind grandma might have made to entice you to stay a bit longer when you stopped by for a visit. She knew the power of a simple Chocolate Buttermilk Cake. I do too.
An old fashioned sour cream donut is right up near the top of my list of favorite breakfast items. Bake them up for a simple and delicious treat and top them with chocolate icing and plenty of sprinkles!
When I shared the recipe for Baked Chocolate Glazed Donuts last week, I promised that this recipe for Baked Blueberry Glazed Donuts would follow closely behind. A promise is a promise, so I am happy to share this equally delicious blueberry donut recipe with you Read More
For almost a year now I had been tinkering with a recipe for baked donuts. Most of them weren’t worth making a second time in spite of some of them looking beautiful. They didn’t taste like donuts at all. Sure, they were round with a Read More