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Tiramisu Cupcakes IngredientsCupcakes350g white sugar170g unsalted butter, at room temperature3 large eggs, at room temperature3 tsp vanilla extract330g cake flour, sifted2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1 cup full cream milk, at room temperatureCocoa powder, for garnish Espresso chocolate ganache170g good quality dark chocolate170ml pouring cream1 tsp instant espresso powder1 1/2 tbsp Kahlúa Frosting250g mascarpone […]
Chocolate Cream Swiss Roll Ingredients6 eggs, at room temperature150g castor sugar50g unsalted butter, at room temperature1 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp baking powder60g flour, sifted25g cocoa powder, siftedPinch of salt Cream filling/topping350 ml whipping cream2 tsp vanilla extract or paste2 tablespoons icing sugar – adjust to your taste120g fresh strawberries to decorate Ganache150g good quality dark […]
Banana Muffins Ingredients210g cake flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt85g unsalted butter, softened at room temperature100g white granulated sugar1 large egg, at room temperature345g mashed bananas (about 4 medium bananas)60g plain yogurt200g milk chocolate chips, substitute with dark chocolate if preferred2 tbsp brown sugar, for topping (optional) MethodPreheat […]
Easter Cookie Truffles Ingredients200g Eet-Sum-Mor biscuits, crushed100g icing sugar150g Medium fat cream cheese, at room temperature120g smooth peanut butter300g dark chocolate, choppedSprinkles, optionalSea salt flakes, optional MethodAdd the crushed biscuits, icing sugar, cream cheese, and peanut butter in a large mixing bowl. Using a spatula or wooden spoon mix until combined. Scoop up a tablespoon […]
Hot Cross Millionaire Shortbread Shortbread 200g cake flour Pinch ground nutmeg 1 tsp mixed spice 150g cold butter, cubed 50g castor sugar 80g cake mix Caramel 300g unsalted butter 200g demerara sugar 2 x 397g tins condensed milk Pinch of salt Chocolate topping 200g dark chocolate, chopped 80g white chocolate, chopped Method Heat the oven […]
Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake Filled Easter eggs Ingredients12 Chocolate hollow Easter eggs230g Lancewood Medium Fat Plain Cream Cheese200g Milk chocolate + the tops of the chocolate hollow Easter eggs100ml fresh cream1/2 – 1 tsp Espresso powder1 tsp vanilla extractpinch of sea saltCoffee beans or chocolate shavings to garnish, optional MethodPrepare the chocolate hollow Easter eggs by […]
Cornflake Easter Nests Ingredients200 g milk chocolate, chopped2 tbsp golden syrup, substitute with honey50g unsalted butterPinch of salt90 g cornflakes36 mini eggs MethodLine a 12-hole muffin pan with paper liners and set aside.Add the chocolate, butter, and golden syrup (or honey) to a large, microwave-safe mixing bowl.Warm in the microwave in 30-second increments until completely […]
Almond Croissant IngredientsTo assemble8 store-bought croissants, halved horizontally50g sliced almonds For the Frangipane90g almond flour110g unsalted butter, at room temperature90g muscovado sugar2 large eggs, at room temperature1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste, substitute with vanilla extract3 tbsp cake flourPinch of salt For the simple syrup60g granulated sugar5 tbsp water MethodMake the sugar syrupIn a small saucepan, […]
Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates Ingredients6 medjool dates60 g creamy peanut butter60 g dark or milk chocolate, melted1 tablespoon of chopped nuts for garnishFlakey sea salt MethodSlice the dates halfway lengthwise.Fill the center of each date with a spoonful of peanut butter.Dip each of the stuffed dates into the melted chocolate. Once coated set aside on […]
Upside-down banana bread IngredientsFor the banana caramel topping:1 banana, sliced horizontally120g demerara sugar1/4 cup water For the banana bread batter:3 medium-sized bananas115g double cream yogurt2 large eggs100g white sugar50g demerara sugar113g unsalted butter, melted1.5 cups dark chocolate chips1/2 cup roast pecan nuts300g cake flour2 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda1 tsp cinnamon powder1/4 nutmeg […]
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