Lavender Balsamic Cupcakes
Description: Light, floral cupcakes with a hint of lavender, made even more unique with lavender balsamic vinegar and a smooth base.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup lavender balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup basil oil (or other mild oil)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lavender balsamic vinegar, basil oil, and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
Pomegranate Balsamic Poppy Seed Cake
Description: A zesty, moist cake with the tang of pomegranate balsamic vinegar and the delightful crunch of poppy seeds.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pomegranate balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup Meyer lemon oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pomegranate balsamic vinegar, Meyer lemon oil, and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the poppy seeds.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Cranberry Orange Balsamic Bars
Description: Tart cranberries, zesty orange, and the unique flavor of cranberry orange balsamic come together in this irresistible bar.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cranberry orange balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup basil oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x9-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cranberry orange balsamic vinegar, basil oil, and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the dried cranberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing into squares.
Pear Balsamic Upside-Down Cake
Description: Sweet pears caramelized in pear balsamic vinegar with a delicate, fluffy cake base.
Ingredients for Topping:
- 2 pears, sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons pear balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
Ingredients for Cake:
- 1/2 cup pear balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup Meyer lemon oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- For the topping: In a small saucepan, heat the pear balsamic vinegar, sugar, and butter over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Arrange the sliced pears in the bottom of the cake pan and pour the balsamic mixture over the pears.
- For the cake: In a bowl, whisk together the pear balsamic vinegar, Meyer lemon oil, and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the pears and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before flipping it onto a plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Pineapple Balsamic Cake with Coconut Glaze
Description: This tropical cake combines the sweet tang of pineapple balsamic vinegar with a rich coconut glaze for a delicious treat.
Ingredients for Cake:
- 1/2 cup pineapple balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Ingredients for Glaze:
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pineapple balsamic vinegar
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pineapple balsamic vinegar, coconut oil, and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before making the glaze.
- For the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, powdered sugar, and pineapple balsamic vinegar. Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.
Bordeaux Cherry Balsamic Tart
Description: A sophisticated tart with a deep Bordeaux cherry balsamic flavor, paired with a buttery crust.
Ingredients for Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup basil oil
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Ingredients for Filling:
- 1/2 cup Bordeaux cherry balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a tart pan.
- For the crust: In a large bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the basil oil and egg yolk, mixing until a dough forms.
- Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the tart pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- For the filling: In a small saucepan, combine the Bordeaux cherry balsamic vinegar and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and vanilla extract. Gradually add the vinegar mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly. Stir in the heavy cream.
- Pour the filling into the baked crust and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Let the tart cool before serving.