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Crème brûlée French toast recipe For the custard 4 large egg yolks 100g granulated sugar 40g corn flour 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste 500ml full cream milk 30g unsalted butter French toast 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 150ml full cream milk or cream 4-6 slices brioche, thick slices Butter, to fry the French toast Extra granulated sugar, for the brûlée Method Making […]
Seeded Bread recipe Ingredients390g Wholewheat flour20g Bran80g Mixed seeds2 tsp Instant yeast1 1/2 tsp Salt500ml Warm water1 tbsp Olive oil MethodPrepare a non-stick loaf tin with baking spray and set aside. To a large mixing bowl add in all the dry ingredients, and mix to combine.Add in the water and olive oil and continue to […]
Fig Gorgonzola and Caramelised Onion Flatbreads Ingredients Flatbreads170g water, lukewarm1 tbsp olive oil1/2 tsp salt255g bread flour, plus extra for dusting1 tsp baking powder1 1/2 tsp instant yeast Toppings160g fresh figs, thinly sliced80g gorgonzola, crumbled100g caramelised onion, sub with onion marmaladeFresh rocketBalsamic glaze Method FlatbreadsAdd all the ingredients to the bowl of a stand mixer. […]
Panettone French Toast Ingredients4 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1/2 tsp cinnamon powder60ml pouring creamPinch of salt8 slices panettoneButter, for cookingFresh berries, for serving MethodWhisk the eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, cream, and salt till combined in a shallow bowl. Set aside.Melt a tsp of butter in a large saucepan on medium heat.Gently coat both sides […]
Cheesy Garlic Bread with Curry Butter Ingredients 1 loaf ciabatta100g curry butter, at room temperature200g Kerrygold Mature Cheddar cheese, grated fresh herbs, to garnish Method Preheat oven to 220C, and prepare a baking sheet with baking paper.Slice the ciabatta in half lengthwise and place cut side up on the baking sheet.Add the curry butter and […]
Cheesy Pesto Mielie Bread Ingredients2 large eggs30ml vegetable oil250ml milk, at room temperature4 tbsp basil pesto500g self-raising flourPinch of salt1 red onion, diced410g cream-style sweetcorn100g mature cheddar, grated, reserve half 20g for the topping MethodPreheat the oven to 180°C. Prepare a loaf tin with baking paper and set aside.Whisk the eggs, milk, oil, and pesto […]
Naan Ingredients170g Cake flour100g Bread flour1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons lukewarm water70g plain yoghurt30g butter, melted1 1/2 tsp instant yeast1 tsp sugar1 1/2 tsp salt GarnishesMelted butter, to brush over cooked naanFresh coriander, to garnish MethodIn a large bowl combine all the dough ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough is formed. Knead the dough […]
Biscoff Stuffed Brioche French Toast Ingredients6 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1/2 tsp cinnamon powder60ml pouring creamPinch of salt1 loaf brioche, cut into thick slices100g Biscoff spreadButter, for cookingWhipped cream, for servingFresh strawberries, for serving MethodWhisk the eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, cream, and salt till combined in a shallow bowl. Set aside.Use a butter knife […]
Cheesy Roasted Garlic Bread with Hot Honey Ingredients2 heads of garlicOlive oilSaltBlack pepper150g unsalted butter, at room temperature1 Large Ciabatta loaf2 cups of cheese, I used a mixture of sharp cheddar and mozzarella For the hot honey8 tbsp honey,1 tsp chilli flakes MethodPreheat oven to 180C.Slice the tops of the garlic heads and place them […]
English Muffins Ingredients1 3/4 cups milk, lukewarm3 tablespoons (43g) butter, melted1 1/2 teaspoons salt2 tablespoons (25g) sugar1 large egg, beaten4 1/2 cups (540g) bread flour, sifted2 teaspoons instant yeast1/3 cup semolina MethodCombine all the ingredients (except the semolina) in the bowl of a stand mixer and using the paddle attachment, beat the dough on medium-high […]
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