Tag: baking powder
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Pikelets
This is another old favourite from the Edmonds Cookbook. You may know them as Scotch pancakes, or hotcakes. They can be served buttered with jam, as in the photo, or with jam and cream. Read more
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Easy Avocado Cornbread Muffins
These Easy Avocado Muffins are a creative and delicious way to use surplus avocados. With a soft, moist texture and a hint of sweetness, they’re simple to make and perfect for snacks or light breakfasts. Blending the creaminess of ripe avocado with the wholesome flavour of cornmeal,… Read more
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Johnny Allsorts
Another recipe from my mother’s old recipe book. Her notes indicate the recipe came from my father’s sister. I have no idea where the name came from. 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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Buttermilk Cornbread
This Buttermilk Cornbread is a rustic classic, baked to golden perfection in a cast-iron frying pan. With a rich, tender crumb and a slightly crisp edge from the hot pan, it’s a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or chilli. Simple to make and… Read more
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Courgette Bake
This cheesy vegetable bake is a great way to include courgettes as a side dish. I make this recipe when they are in season, and I grate the surplus and freeze it for later in the year. It’s a simple yet effective method that stocks me year-round… Read more
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Chocolate Rough Biscuits
These Chocolate Rough Biscuits are a nostalgic recipe from my mother’s collection. With a rich chocolate flavour, a touch of coconut, and a delightfully rustic texture, they’re as charming as they are tasty. Read more
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Lemonade Scones
These lemonade scones are a quick and easy treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a handful of ingredients, they bake up light, fluffy, and slightly sweet—no extra sugar needed! Read more
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Espresso Cake
This is probably my favourite cake to make—and not just for its flavour. An ex wrote this out for me from a recipe book he had, though he never made it himself. The handwritten note adds a little charm to what has become a go-to bake. What… Read more