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Carrot Cake Loaves Recipe Ingredients250g vegetable oil390g granulated sugar1 tsp table salt4 large eggs, at room temperature1 tbsp cinnamon powder1/2 tsp ginger powder1/4 tsp ground cloves240g cake flour1 1/2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda330g carrots, finely grated120g pecans, chopped, plus extra to decorate Cream cheese icing113g unsalted butter, at room temperature230g cream cheese, […]
Easter Rice Krispie Treats Ingredients80g butter200g marshmallows1 tsp vanilla extract100g Rice Krispies200g milk chocolate, melted125g speckled eggs, roughly choppedSprinkles, optional MethodLine a 20×20 cm baking pan with baking paper. Set aside.Add melted butter to a microwave-safe bowl, and add in the marshmallows. Once melted, microwave at 1-minute intervals mixing in between until melted.Stir in the […]
Chocolate Covered Strawberries Ingredients200g milk chocolate2 tsp vegetable oil500g strawberries CoatingToasted almonds, crushedDesiccated coconutMilk chocolate drizzleSprinkles MethodLine a tray with baking paper.Place chocolate and oil in a microwave-proof bowl, and microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate has melted.Grip the strawberry by the stem, and dip it into the chocolate until fully […]
Raisin Bread Recipe Ingredients360g cake flour2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast45g crushed oats1 tsp cinnamon powder90g raisins50g brown sugar3/4 cup warm milk30g butter, melted1 1/4 tsp fine salt1/3 cup warm water MethodAdd all the ingredients into the bowl of a stand mixer, and knead for 8-20 minutes until a smooth, soft dough has formed. Shape the […]
Date and Almond Chocolate Clusters Ingredients110g Medjool dates, chopped50g sliced almonds, lightly toasted, plus extra for garnish150g dark chocolate, meltedFlakey sea salt MethodAdd chopped dates, toasted almonds, and melted chocolate in a bowl. Mix ingredients until the dates and almonds are coated in chocolate.Line a baking tray or plate with baking paper, and use a […]
Moscow Mule IngredientsIce45ml vodka15ml fresh lime juiceGinger beerFresh lime slices, for garnish]Mint sprig, for garnish MethodFill a copper mug with ice, and add vodka and lemon juice.Top up with ginger beer. garnish with fresh lime slices and mint sprig. Enjoy!
Passionfruit Coconut Margarita Ingredients60ml Tequila30ml coconut cream2 tbsp passion fruit pulp15ml fresh lime juice15ml passion fruit cordial MethodAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker, and shake.Strain into a short glass filled with ice.Garnish with passionfruit and edible flowers. Enjoy!
Spiced Chocolate Cupcakes with Spiced Buttercream Frosting Yields 12-14 cupcakesIngredients95g cake flour40g unsweetened cocoa powder1 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda1 tsp espresso powder2 tsp cinnamon powder1 tsp ginger powder1/4 tsp nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, at room temperature100g sugar100g demerara sugar80ml vegetable oil2 tsp pure vanilla extract120ml buttermilk, at room temperature Spiced Buttercream230g […]
Sassy Mango Lassi Ingredients5 saffron threads1/4 cup milk, warmIce150g mango, cubed250ml double cream yoghurt2 tbsp pistachios, plus extra for garnish1/2 tsp cardamom powder30 ml chai syrup60ml white rum MethodAdd saffron threads to a small bowl with the warm milk. allow to sit for 10 minutes.Add the ice, mango, yoghurt, pistachios, chai syrup, and white rum […]
Chocolate Cherry Trifle (makes 4 mini trifles) Ingredients Cherry Jam500g fresh cherries, pitted1/4 cup caster sugarJuice of half a lemon1 tsp corn flour Chocolate BrowniesI used this recipe 1L First Choice Velvet Chocolate, cold250ml whipping cream1 tbsp icing sugar100g dark chocolate, gratedFresh cherries, for garnish MethodTo make the cherry jamAdd pitted cherries, lemon juice, and […]
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