What do you do when you have over-ripened bananas? We make pancakes!! These yummy pancakes are much quicker to make than banana bread, which can sometimes take a whole hour in the oven. Pancakes on the other hand can be whipped up in minutes! I made these for breakfast and had to fight my entire […]
Spicy Baked Beans
This recipe takes me back to the old days when we braai’d on the beach and served up sides and salads of all kinds, my favourite was a boerie roll topped with spoonfuls of this delicious spicy baked beans – served cold of course! Another reason I love this dish so much, serve hot on […]
Pumpkin Goolgoolas
As much as I enjoy creme brulee and delicious pastries I would trade them all for a plate of warm goolgoola’s any day! My grandmother used to make these for me as a kid, and if I’m being honest she’d make them for me as an adult too! She made the best goolgoolas and they’d […]
Granola Cups
Dessert for breakfast? Yes please! Breakfast for my family is always pretty boring, it’s either toast or oatmeal, and on the odd occasion I wake up in a good mood, pancakes! These granola cups will trick your family into thinking you’ve spent hours in the kitchen, you can top them with delicious yogurt, fruit puree, […]
French Crêpes
If you’ve ever wanted to recreate those thin, delicate, café-style crêpes at home — this is the recipe. These classic French crêpes are light, buttery, and perfectly soft with just the right amount of golden edges. Whether you’re making a quick breakfast, a Mother’s Day treat, or a weekend indulgence, this easy crêpe recipe will […]
Masala Chai
I have tried many store bought “masala chai” teas and I thought they were great, until my lovely aunt shared her recipe with me for from scratch masala chai, my goodness it is like a warm hug. You know the kind your Gran gives you. So good! Masala Chai recipeIngredients5 green cardamom pods3 whole cloves1 star anise5 peppercorns1 […]
Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes
This reminds me of the time when I was pregnant with my daughter and I convinced my husband to make me a box mix of poppyseed muffins, he straight up refused but luckily it didn’t take much convincing to change his mind. The cupcakes we’re delicious and for some reason this week I craved them […]
Crustless quiche/frittata
There is no real story behind this recipe, well except that it is my current go-to when I’m in the middle of home-schooling, deadlines and trying to keep myself from starving 😅. I use frozen veggies which usually consists of broccoli and sweet peppers with the addition of eggs, cream and cheese. Is it even […]
Chocolate Ombre Pancakes
Hey friends, I’m so excited because on the 7th of July is World Chocolate Day! Everyday I’ll be sharing all my favourite chocolate desserts with you, both old and new for you to try and enjoy. I’m kicking things of with a gorgeous plate of ombre pancakes, they look complicated, but all it takes is […]
Cookies and Cream Scrolls
If you, like me are a fan of cookies and cream, then you have to try this recipe! Just like traditional cinnamon rolls these cookies and cream rolls are soft, fluffy and so very tasty! The vanilla cream cheese icing is glorious, and the addition of bakers biscuits chocolate toppers is just pure perfection. Tangzhong: […]
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