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It might have been 75 degrees yesterday but the air held the promise of a chill, so it seemed the perfect time to bring out some fall coziness. I firmly believe it’s a little early to go full on pumpkin mode, but a few showed up on some pillows and throws. I just love this time of year, especially the excitement of Back to School. I’m so thankful both the Princess and I are in an actual school building. You could feel the excitement in the air. Our school is taking recommended precautions quite seriously to ensure good health and safety for everyone. We may have to social distance at school, but we are all about the cozy together in the home!

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You have to do something fantastic and special this weekend. I suggest this cake…

Chocolate Espresso Pound Cake with a hint of coconut

The Usual Cast of Characters

2 t. Espresso powder

T. hot water

1/2c. buttermilk

3 sticks of butter, room temperature

1¼ c. granulated sugar

3 large eggs

½ T. vanilla

½ t. kosher salt

1/2t. baking powder

1/4 cup and 1 T cocoa powder

1 c. flour (cake or all purpose)

1t coconut essence or extract

Powdered sugar or fall sprinkles for dusting

The Steps To Glory

Preheat oven to 325° F. Spray a 5” x 9” loaf pan

2. In the work bowl of a stand mixer, beat butter and sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, 5-6 minutes.

4.With mixer on low add flour and buttermilk mixture alternately, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.

5. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool 20 minutes before turning out onto a rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or fall sprinkles.

I also recommend a delightful back to school tea with your favorite people! She was very eager to end the pictures and get on with the goodies!

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We may be wearing masks, standing six feet apart and washing hands every hour on the hour…or some of us may be greeting school friends and teachers via ZOOM. But let’s hear it for that back to school excitement. I love school! So many happy memories for me. To celebrate each year, I decorate with antique school memorabilia. Enjoy the whimsical memories of school days long ago.

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