Goodbye cold, frosty mornings…. Hello Spring…. (sort of) I’m glad I can finally stop living in my gown and put on some actual clothes. This weekend I cleaned up our outdoor dining area and baked this delicious lemon bundt cake with the most refreshing lemon icing for the kids to enjoy in the sun. Here’s […]
Chocolate Pistachio Meringue Brownies
Chocolate Pistachio Meringue Brownies Ingredients 150g unsalted butter, 210g Dark chocolate, 150g sugar 3 large eggs, at room temperature 75g cake flour 30ml cocoa powder Meringue 4 large egg whites, at room temperature 190g caster sugar 5ml vanilla essence or extract 5ml cornflour 5ml instant coffee powder 60g cocoa powder 200g toasted pistachios, ground (replace […]
The Best Blueberry Muffins
Hey everyone!! I hope you are keeping safe and sanitising, we are too!We just got the news that our kids’ aftercare has to be closed for 2 weeks because someone caught the virus – I’m pretty angry about it because apparently this person had flu symptoms but still rocked up for work.Why aren’t people not […]
Strawberry Bundt Cakes
I love bundt cakes, I know they’re a bit old-fashioned but I love them!They’re so cute, especially these mini bundts – then again, isn’t anything miniature regarded as cute? I used frozen strawbs for this recipe, along with strawberry yogurt and strawberry jam – They are packed with that delicious berry flavour I love so […]
Dhal Gosht
Dhal Gosht is the perfect hearty Indian-inspired dish, I made this yesterday and unashamedly had more for breakfast this morning 😁. Made with a delicious blend of freshly ground spices, this dish is an absolute favourite with my little family. I have the recipe up on my YouTube Channel which I’ve neglected for most of […]
Savoury Dutch Baby Pancake
A sweet and savoury dutch baby pancake filled with fresh herbs, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and custard…? Err Landi, what the hell? Relax guys, this is one of those weird but wonderful creations that you’re going to thank me for. I used store-bought custard to make my pancake mixture and I have to say the […]
Mini Baked Cheesecakes
These creamy morsels were incredible to make and by that I mean they are really easy to whip up and so delicious.This recipe makes the perfect base, I topped mine with lemon zest and sweetened whipped cream. Let your imagination run wild by topping the cheesecakes with salted caramel, cookie butter, Nutella, or whatever your […]
The Perfect Scones
Scones Ingredients350g self-raising flour, plus more for dusting1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt85g unsalted butter, cut into cubes3 tbsp caster sugar175ml Amasi or buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla essencebeaten egg, to glaze MethodHeat the oven to 220C. Whisk the self-raising flour into a large bowl with ¼ tsp salt and the baking powder. Add the butter and […]
Burnt Honey and Rooibos Loaf
My goodness!! This delicious loaf is my most favourite bake right now. Burnt honey has a slightly nutty and caramel flavour that just brings this entire loaf to life!! I love that isn’t too sweet, and together with rooibos, they make quite a match as my tea lovers would agree. Rooibos and Burnt Honey Loaf […]
Smore Cookies
Happy Saturday everyone!! It is such a beautiful day in Johannesburg. We plan on spending some time outside today, I’m thinking maybe having a lovely picnic, we’ll see. A few weeks ago I laid down on the grass in our garden, just looking up at the sky, it felt so incredible and peaceful. It still […]
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