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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 […]
Blinis with cream cheese and smoked trout Ingredients3 tbsp warm water1/2 tsp dry yeast1/2 tsp white sugar100g cake flour1/2 tsp salt1 large egg at room temperature30g unsalted butter, melted and cooled80 ml full cream milk, warmCooking spray, for cooking Cream cheese, to serve200g smoked trout, to serve3 tbsp dill, finely chopped MethodMix the warm water, […]
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 […]
Pickled Red Onions Ingredients3/4 cup white wine vinegar2 tbsp caster sugar1 tbsp salt2 tsp fennel seeds1 tsp black peppercorns1 large red onion, thinly sliced MethodPlace vinegar, sugar, salt, fennel seeds, and peppercorns in a saucepan and boil over high heat. Allow to cool. Place the sliced onion in a sterilised jar and pour over the […]
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 […]
Brie and Onion Marmalade Tarts Ingredients1 roll puff pastry, thawed100 g Woolworths onion marmalade, substitute with caramelised onions125 g Brie cheese MethodPreheat the oven to 180C. Prepare a muffin pan with baking spray and set aside. Unfold the pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface, and using a sharp knife slice it into 12 rectangles. […]
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