Pies and tartes

Pies of all kinds … because pie fixes everything.

Rhubarb Blueberry Galette

Rhubarb Blueberry Galette

With rhubarb in season, I cannot think of any other fruit to bake with. And the good thing is: it’s so versatile that you can incorporate it in almost any kind of sweet treat. This time I made a rhubarb blueberry galette. I was inspired…

What I’m thankful for … healthy pecan pie

What I’m thankful for … healthy pecan pie

Although Thanksgiving is already over, it’s always a good idea to be thankful and eat pie! Since I lived in the US, thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It’s all about spending time with your loved ones and cooking and eating delicious food. while…

Apple Tart with Walnut Frangipane

Apple Tart with Walnut Frangipane

Two weeks ago, I visited my family in the Black Forest to celebrate my niece’s birthday. And on our way back we stopped at Lake Constance to enjoy the beautiful view and get some apples. The region is very famous for its apples (and all…

Apple pie fixes everything …

Apple pie fixes everything …

Is there anything better than apple pie? I don’t think so. That flaky, buttery pastry combined with tart apples is just the perfect fall or holiday treat. And most of the time they come with a pretty decoration which makes them not only satisfying to…

Apple Custard Tart

Apple Custard Tart

Why I became such a passionate baker, you might ask. Well, because of my mum. She is the one who taught me to appreciate homemade cakes. Because that’s all, we had when growing up. I cannot remember that we ever had store-bought cake at home.…

Vegan Banoffee Pie

Vegan Banoffee Pie

It’s been almost a month since I last posted something on my blog. So I decided it’s time to start this year off right with this recipe for vegan banoffee pie. Growing up in Germany I did not know about banoffee pies. It wasn’t until…