Tag: flour
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Whole Orange Cake
This is the first cake I saw that uses an entire orange. Most use only the zest and maybe some juice. It comes from my friend Colin Hopcroft. Read more
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Apple-Molasses Upside-Down Cake
This Apple-Molasses Upside-Down Cake combines gingerbread’s rich, spiced flavours with caramelized apples in a beautifully rustic dessert. Baked in a cast-iron pan, it’s a stunning twist on a Tarte Tatin that’s easier to make than it seems. 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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Banana Cake
I found the source this recipe in the NZ Women’s Weekly. (Don’t ask!) It makes a very moist banana cake but only needs 2 ripe bananas. Years ago I made a banana cake and added extra banana…what a disaster. Read more
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Cappuccino Cake
This Cappuccino Cake combines a rich, coffee-infused base with a sweet meringue topping, creating a delightful treat for coffee lovers. Simple yet elegant, it’s perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying with your favourite brew. Read more
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Rhurbarb Ripple Loaf
I found this recipe in Recipes+ magazine. Read more
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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