Category: Sweet things
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Espresso Buttercream Icing
A smooth, rich icing with a gentle coffee kick—perfect for grown-up cakes and cupcakes. If you love the flavour of coffee and want something just a little more sophisticated than standard icing, this Espresso Buttercream is for you. Read more
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Yeasty Pancakes
If you’re looking for an indulgent and comforting breakfast, yeasty pancakes are a must-try. With their soft, airy texture and rich flavour, these pancakes bring a special touch to any morning. The slow fermentation process gives them a subtle tang and depth, making them truly unique compared… Read more
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Easy Pavlova
This is a foolproof recipe for creating a beautifully light and crisp meringue with a soft, marshmallow-like center. Inspired by a family favorite, it’s simpler than traditional methods yet delivers a deliciously impressive dessert. Read more
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Fruit Sponge
This Fruit Sponge is a comforting dessert that brings back fond childhood memories. It’s a simple yet satisfying treat with a light, fluffy sponge topping baked over warm, stewed fruit. Read more
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Easy Self-Saucing Ginger Pudding
This Ginger Pudding with Brown Sugar Sauce is a cosy, indulgent treat perfect for chilly evenings or special occasions. The tender, ginger-spiced pudding bakes in its luscious brown sugar sauce, creating a rich, flavorful, and wonderfully moist dessert. Read more
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Mrs Mac’s Apple Pudding
This simple and comforting dessert combines grated apple with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a moist and flavourful treat. This recipe is from my grandmother’s recipe book. Read more
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Easy Custard Pie
This Easy Custard Pie is a fuss-free dessert that forms its own delicate crust as it bakes, eliminating the need for a separate pastry shell. It’s a simple yet elegant treat with a smooth, creamy custard filling and a hint of vanilla. Quick to prepare with pantry… Read more
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Pandowdy
A pandowdy is a rustic, charming dessert that celebrates the juicy, flavorful fruit filling over a polished pastry. Think of it as the scrappy, lovable Tramp of the pie world—bursting with character and irresistible charm. Read more
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Cream Cheese Pie Crust
is a very easy recipe, but do allow for chilling time. As with most pastries, ingredients should be very cold, and worked with quickly to prevent your hands warming the pastry up. Read more
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Raspberry Slice
This Raspberry Slice is a beloved New Zealand favourite, combining a buttery pastry base, a generous layer of raspberry jam, and sweet, glossy icing. Simple to prepare and bursting with nostalgic charm, it’s a recipe you’ll want to make repeatedly. Read more
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Easy Lemon Curd
This recipe is easy enough to do while making dinner. It uses the complete egg without needing to separate the white from the yolk, or find a way of using up the whites. Read more
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Apple Charlotte Pie (#1)
This recipe comes from my father’s recipe book. He was a chef in the army, hence the quantity it makes. Read more