Category Archives: Breakfast

Мini Peach and Cherry Pies

Mini Peach and Cherry Pies - Baking After Dark

I know I said that I was done with the cherry recipes, and I am sorry that I misled you, but I really thought their season was over. Turns out I was wrong. And how good it feels to have them around for a little longer!These mini peach and cherry pies are a no-brainer. They are a very easy breakfast, that’s what they are. I’ve been leaning towards easy treats lately with all the heat and relaxed mood that the summer brings. Continue reading

Strawberry Muffins with Streusel Topping

Strawberry Muffins with Streusel Topping-1

I find myself leaning towards easy, no fuss, baking projects lately. I don’t know if it’s some kind of belated spring fatigue, but I definitely crave moments of complete relaxation and soothing drinks. My energy and inspiration are on very low settings right now. But because I have a new life strategy, quoting that the only sweets I am allowed to consume, are the ones I personally make, it is vital to keep baking. Really vital, if you know what I mean. ;) Continue reading

Yeasted Pancakes or Blini

 

Blini-4

 

It’s a gloomy Sunday morning. And while I usually dream for a sunny weekend, there is some comfort in being home with the person you love, staying warm, while watching the cold weather outside, drinking hot coffee, and of course preparing a cozy breakfast. I find the homemade breakfast is really vital for this type of situations. And in our home, nothing is more welcome for breakfast than pancakes. And that is true for any day, but Sundays … well we need it more than ever. Because Sundays are hard, with the weekend quickly going to an end, and the work week slowly immersing in our minds. Continue reading