Amy Berman is the Co-Owner and Executive Pastry Chef of Vanilla Bake Shop in Santa Monica, California. She graduated from the Le Cordon Bleu California School of Culinary Arts before starting Vanilla Bake Shop. You've seen Amy everywhere from The Martha Stewart Show to Bon Appetite Magazine.
Courtesy of: Amy Berman, Executive Pastry Chef & Co-Owner of Vanilla Bake ShopAt Vanilla Bake Shop, we often get requests for personalized 50th Birthday Cakes. The desire is for a cake that reflects the hobbies, favorite memories and inside jokes spe...
Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes! Beer, chocolate, how could you go wrong?We came up with the perfect treat for your St. Patrick's day party. Don't worry, you'll still be able to drive after you eat these creamy cupcakes, the alcohol is reduced in the baking process.Enjoy!
A lot of moms ask me if we can make a low sugar version of our Banana Chocolate Chip Cupcake for their little one's first birthday. They don't want their little angel to go into a sugar coma right after their first candle is blown out on their big day!Here is a low sugar "Banana Carob Chip Cupcake" recipe for bakers looking for a "not too sweet" alternative.Happy Baking!
What goes better with football, halftime shows and big budget commercials? Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes! Beer, chocolate, how could you go wrong? We came up with the perfect treat for your Super Bowl party. Don't worry, you'll still be able to drive after you eat these creamy cupcakes, the alcohol is reduced in the baking process. Enjoy!
When the leaves start to change, and the weather gets cool outside, one of my favorite fall drinks to make is my Hot Mountain Apple Cider. I fire up my trusty crock-pot that was a wedding gift I never knew I would use so much, and let the cider brew all day so the house smells delicious. This recipe varies a little every time I make it depending on how much rum I sample beforehand. It's a great fall party drink that I think your guests will love!
Have you been assigned the task of ordering the bridal shower cake? Here are some helpful tips on how to order an amazing cake from a local cake designer or your local bakery without blowing the entire party budget.
Mini Apple Pies are a great Autumn party treat for kids, family or just a night home with the girls. We created these individual apple pies at our bake shop last Thanksgiving after our customers kept asking us when we were going to start selling pies. After much experimentation and taste testing we put our own spin on the traditional, we hope you enjoy them!
Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday! I have a Pumpkin Pie recipe topped with a fluffy Pumpkin Spice Whip Cream that is easy to make, and will soon become your go to Thanksgiving dessert to make!Serve the Pie with Pumpkin Spice Whip Cream and Enjoy!Happy Baking!Recipe Courtesy of Amy BermanCo-Owner and Executive Pastry Chef of Vanilla Bake Shop
Recently, my friend decided to get creative and bake a custom fondant cake for her son's second birthday. Intimidated, she poured herself a glass of wine, took a deep breath and called me for some advice. Here is what I suggested. Happy Baking! Amy Berman is Executive Pastry Chef & Co-Owner of Vanilla Bake Shop in Santa Monica, California.No party cake is complete without party supplies! Be sure to get some supplies for your event.
Ever since I became a professional pastry chef and opened a bakery, I've become the "go-to" girl for advice on baking for friends and family. I usually get a frantic late night phone call that goes something like this, "It's my boyfriend's birthday t...
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