Cherry Chocolate Chip Muffins

Posted on June 24, 2024June 24, 2024 by benjamintwiggs

These Cherry Chocolate Chip Muffins are a delicious treat combining the tartness of cherries with the sweetness of chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast or a snack! Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2...Read More

Cherry Almond Coffee Cake

Posted on June 15, 2024September 9, 2024 by benjamintwiggs

A delightful coffee cake that combines the tartness of cherries with the nutty flavor of almonds, perfect for breakfast or brunch. Ingredients For the cake: 1½ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 2 large...Read More

Cherry Limeade Sweet Tea

Posted on June 15, 2024June 24, 2024 by benjamintwiggs

A combination of our favorite summer drinks that make the ultimate refresher. Ingredients 8 cups water 6 tea bags 1/4 cup sugar 1 can (12 oz.) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed 1 cup chilled cherry juice Ice cubes Lime wedges and...Read More

Rosemary Cherry Balsamic Roasted Chicken

Posted on January 18, 2024June 24, 2024 by benjamintwiggs

Rosemary Cherry Balsamic Roasted Chicken is a delicious and comforting meal with golden, crispy chicken and a tart and herbed cherry balsamic sauce! Ingredients 3 lbs bone-in chicken legs and thighs 6-8 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 cups pitted cherries 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup olive oil 4 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp salt Instructions...Read More

Cherry Pierogi

Posted on November 27, 2019 by benjamintwiggs

Cherry Pierogi? Say it isn't so! This delicious recipe has been enjoyed for decades by our own Monica and family. Looks like a winner to us! Ingredients Dough 1½ cups flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 large egg ½ cup sour...Read More

Quirky Holiday Gifts

Posted on September 11, 2019September 11, 2019 by benjamintwiggs

Christmas is a few months away, and we all know you'll be ordering gift boxes for your friends, family and business associates. But.. what holidays are we skipping over to get to that big one.. and how to celebrate? Let's...Read More

Michigan Fruit and Nut Baked Apples

Posted on September 5, 2019 by benjamintwiggs

Michigan fruit and nut baked apples are a tasty fall side dish or dessert. Ingredients 4 large granny smith apples 1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice ½ cup apple juice ¼ cup Benjamin Twiggs Cherry Pancake Syrup (may substitute maple syrup) 1 T...Read More

Cherry Almond Scone Recipe

Posted on November 10, 2018January 18, 2024 by benjamintwiggs

Dried cherry and almond scones are an excellent additional to a brunch table. Ingredients ½ cup dried cherries About 1 cup boiling water 2 cups all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ cup butter cut into cubes 1 teaspoon finely shredded orange peel or zest 1 egg yolk beaten...Read More

Easing the Empty Nest Blues

Posted on August 30, 2018August 30, 2018 by benjamintwiggs

You filled a shopping cart to the brim with clothes, bedding, toiletries, towels, school supplies, a TV, and possibly a chair or two. You drove 4 hours with a car packed full of said clothes, bedding, toiletries, towels, school supplies,...Read More

Cherry Festival

Posted on July 5, 2018 by admin

We absolutely love the National Cherry Festival. It’s a celebration of all things cherry. This humble agricultural festival has fruited an international celebration for the Cherry Capital of the World. The Cherry Festival With 150 events over eight days, it's...Read More

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