How to make an easy Baked Alaska with meringue toasted in the oven or the more dramatic flambé style presented on fire tableside.

Thin almond layer, topped with creamy cherry mousse, covered in chocolate and crispy caramelized almonds. This mini cherry mousse torte is delicious, light and beautiful. I can’t say that this recipe is quick, but it’s easy, plus, you can do the work in parts – you could bake the almond layer a day in advance and cook the cherries a day ahead, too. The next day you can finish the mousse and assemble the cakes. To additionally ease your work, you can make one big cake instead of mini cakes, it’s up to you! Bottom line is that these cakes deserve every minute spent in the kitchen, simply because they are heaven! Enjoy, everyone!

It’s May, the seasons are changing and it’s just about time for the blueberries to hit the market. The berry season is one of my favorite things about being in Oregon over the summer months and one of the reasons I look forward to returning to Oregon soon. Sitting here craving those ripe, juicy and just a bit tangy blueberries; I am moved to share my quick, simple and delectable Crisp Vegan Blueberry Muffins recipe.