May 8: Celebrate Service on World Red Cross Day with Cross Shaped Desserts
Recognize the humanitarian contributions of the Red Cross by enjoying these cross shaped desserts! May 8, the birth date of the founder of Red Cross, Henry Dunant, commemorates the efforts of Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers. As the largest humanitarian organization in the world, the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers in over 170 countries helping more than 230 million people each year from the effects of famine, natural disasters, disease, and war.
Whether you wish to reflect on these hard efforts, or know a volunteer who deserves gratitude, these cross shaped desserts make a great expression of your appreciation. It may appear as a small gesture after all these volunteers have done to serve humanity, however gratitude of any type is significant. Experiment with these new cake shapes and celebrate the good that comes from the service of Red Cross.
Red cross cupcakes
Red Cross cupcakes with a tutorial to help the victims of Tyhpoon Haiyan...
by CakewhizChocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns
Not a sultana or raisin in sight! I give you, the chocolate chip hot cross bun!
by KitchenMasonHot Cross Pretzels
Hot Cross Pretzels: soft pretzels with all the beautiful taste of hot cross buns.
by Jane's Adventures in DinnerHot Cross Buns
Check out this recipe for rustic Hot Cross Buns made with mixed spice, dried cranberries and apricots.
by Grab Your Spork