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I took my new Philips All-in-One Cooker for a spin this week and the first recipe on my list was a decadent traditional soji. My husband was a little stunned when I told him how I plan on pressure cooking soji However the Philips All-in-One Cooker proved him wrong, with its Rapid Pressure Release, and […]
Watch how to make it Ingredients100g butter135g sugar2 large eggs305g cake flour2 tsp baking powder2 tsp vanilla essence80g pecan nuts80g dried fruit (optional)80g chocolate chips (optional) MethodPreheat oven to 180C.Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, add the eggs one at a time until combined.Add the cake flour and baking powder and mix […]
Paid Partnership with Defy When defy asked me to test out the new Flame Master Gas Electric Stove from their Eclipse range, I jumped at the opportunity. The new generation Eclipse range revolutionises the art of cooking through inspired innovation, refined design, and better eco-efficiency*. Showcasing their freestanding electric stove with Thermofan+ technology, which has […]
Watch How To Make It Biscoff Banana Bread Ingredients250g cake flour1 teaspoon bicarbonate of sodaPinch of salt1 tsp ground cinnamon115g unsalted butter, softened to room temperature150g brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature80g plain yogurt, at room temperature2 cups mashed bananas1 tsp vanilla extract1/3 cup Biscoff Spread10 Biscoff biscuits MethodPreheat the oven to 180C. Prepare a […]
Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting Carrot cake recipe260g toasted pecan nuts, chopped300g demerara sugar100g white sugar240ml vegetable oil4 large eggs130g crushed pineapple (if using canned pineapple make sure most of the syrup is strained)1 teaspoon vanilla extract315g cake flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 and 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon powder1 teaspoon […]
Ingredients 165 g semolina110 g nibbed almonds80 g desiccated coconut200 g milk powder2 t cardamom (elachi) powder¼ t nutmeg100 g ghee, melted1 can condensed milkSesame seeds, toasted, for serving (optional)Desiccated coconut, toasted, for serving (optional) Method 1. Toast the semolina, nibbed almonds and desiccated coconut for 10 minutes until fragrant. 2. Remove from the heat […]
No Knead Hot Cross Buns Bun dough 1 tablespoon instant yeast 110g white sugar 125 ml warm water 250 ml milk, lukewarm 600g white bread flour, plus extra for dusting 2 tsp cinnamon powder 2 tsp mixed spice 1/2 tsp salt 220g) mixed raisins 2 tbsp orange zest 50g unsalted butter, melted and cooled 2 large eggs, at room temperature Crosses 1/2 cup white bread flour Water Jam glaze […]
Cookies and cream cheesecake browniesChocolate Brownies150g unsalted butter, 210g Dark chocolate, 150g sugar3 large eggs, at room temperature75g cake flour30g cocoa powder16 oreos MethodPreheat oven to 180C. Add chocolate and butter to a bowl, microwave at 30-second increments until melted, set aside to cool. Mix in the sugar, and beat in the eggs. Sift in the flour, […]
Caramel popcornIngredientsPopcorn60ml vegetable oil1/3 cup corn kernels Caramel100g, unsalted220g demerara sugar170g golden syrup1/2 tsp salt1 tsp vanilla extract1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda Method:Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.Add corn kernels, and spread out evenly.Cover with a lid and allow the popcorn to pop.Remove from heat when the popping stops and transfer to […]
PB&J Eclairs PREP TIME 25 minutes COOKING TIME 45-60 minutes Choux pastry 300ml water 125g butter 1 cup flour 4 large eggs Filling Peanut butter mousse 240ml whipping cream 115g natural peanut butter 40g icing sugar, sifted 1 tsp vanilla extract 100g raspberry jam, substitute with coulis Chocolate ganache 300g chocolate, chopped 240ml cream Assembly […]
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