Who does not love a cupcake? I prefer these gorgeous individual delights much better than a slice of cake, especially when they are piled high with delicious frosting. The cake-to-frosting ratio is a much better deal. Back in the day they were just buns or fairy cakes but I quite like the American name for … Read more
I love the flavours of hot cross buns. The aromatic zest of the orange, warming spices and studded with plump sultanas. I wanted to incorporate those flavours into some more baked goods. Muffins seemed like a great idea and so the recipe took form. These are Moist Delicious Zesty Fruity I wanted these to be … Read more
What can I say about hot cross buns? I remember from my early childhood having them. My dad would bake them or my mum would buy some. Back then they were all made with the same flavours, not like today. These gluten-free and vegan hot cross buns are speckled with cranberry jewels, and packed with … Read more
A well-baked brownie is like a gift from the chocolate gods. The top crust should be glossy with a thin crinkly tissue-like appearance. You break through this with your fork before sinking into thick fudginess. They are Naughty Delicious Decadent Indulgent Chocolatey They are less of a cake and more of a dessert. Warm and … Read more
I must admit to eating the occasional doughnut in the past, those fried sugary delights oozing with raspberry jam. often playing the game of trying to eat the whole doughnut before licking my fingers ( it is quite difficult). When I first had to cut out gluten, that was the end of my doughnut days. … Read more
My first memory of a Bakewell tart was, as a child. They would appear on Sunday tea time in a box from Mr Kipling. They reminded me of a clown's face consisting of just the nose. Buttery pastry case, filled with something sweet and topped with pure white icing, centred with a single glace cherry. … Read more
Blueberries are not just one of my favourite fruits, they are also extremely good for you. They are high in anti-oxidants, promote heart health and it is said they slow down the ageing process. OK, a cake is not the healthiest way to eat them but I do have them added to my breakfast most … Read more
Rock cakes to be honest are not something I have baked in a long time. They were baked so much when my boys were young. They were quick to bake and you didn't have to be too precious about them These perfectly imperfect cakes have a long history in England Originally they were promoted during … Read more
One of the things I always have in the kitchen is lemons. I wish I could say I just popped out and picked them from my garden, alas not in my part of the world. I love a lemon cake and so does my family so it is made quite often. This was the first … Read more
It seems at the moment that I am in a stollen flavour bubble. While I love making the traditional spiced German loaf marbled with marzipan, sometimes I want to ring the ranges. I have made Gluten-free stollenStollenStollen cookiesStollen muffins and now introducing stollen bites. These are MoistStickyMoreishFruit PackedAlmondyDelicious This is my final foray into stollen … Read more
If I had a pound for every Stollen I have made over the years, I would be a wealthy woman. I started baking these fragrant loaves around 30 years ago, at that time they were not found in supermarkets. Now it is nice to ring the changes a little and incorporate the same essential flavours … Read more
One of my favourite fruits that are bountiful in the Autumn are plums. Not only are they versatile but they are so delicious. Whether you use them in jams, cakes or desserts they are a sure fire winner. I love Autumn as much as I love summer. It is the glut of British produce that … Read more
I have never made anything with pumpkin before. My best friend is Canadian so sometimes I like to bake something from her home. I thought I would start with something innocuous such as a cupcake. I ordered my cans of pumpkin puree and then crossed my fingers. I was blown away by these and so … Read more
Ahhh the taste of mocha, how would I describe it? Well to me it means coffee + chocolate all rolled into a delicious flavour. These started as an idea for coffee cupcakes, they then morphed into an idea for using a mochaccino flavour instead. I am not a fan of coffee cake but I adore … Read more
Serves 10Preparation Time 10 MinutesCooking Time 40-45 MinutesApproximately 370 calories per serving Vegan, vegetarian, egg-free and milk-free In our house Cherry Bakewell is such a favourite flavour. Over the years I have made many Bakewell related goodies such as tarts, Victoria sponge, hot cross buns, ice cream, and cake. They were always winners and are … Read more
Makes 14Preparation Time 10 MinutesBasking Time 20 Minutes Vegan, gluten-free, egg-free and vegetarian The combination of banana and peanut butter, in my opinion, is a top flavour combination. As a young child peanut butter and banana sandwiches on sliced white bread was my favourite snack It is one I still return to now at the … Read more
Makes 12-18 Preparation Time 15 Minutes Cooking Time 20-25 Minutes Vegan, vegetarian, nut-free and gluten-free Fluffy butterfly cupcakes, mottled with flecks of vanilla, as good as I remember from my childhood. No birthday party or celebration was ever without this humble bake. As a youngster, I remember peeling the paper case off and getting a … Read more
Preparation Time 10 MinutesBaking Time 20 MinutesServes 8-12 I love the colour of the red velvet cake, It never fails to make a statement on any occasion. The deep red colour is what gives the cake Its name. This vibrant cake pairs wonderfully with sweet and tangy vegan cream cheese frosting. Moist crumbTangySweetDelicious Although this … Read more
Preparation TimeBaking Time 20 MinutesMakes 12 Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and egg-free There are two things that I could happily eat by the spoonful straight from a jar. One is peanut butter and the other is chocolate & hazelnut spread. Mind you wanting to and doing so is another matter. It does contain great deal … Read more
Preparation Time 10 MinutesCooking Time 55 MinutesMakes 12 Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free In my book, any cakes containing citrus fruits tick all the boxes for me. Delicious confectionaries such as lemon meringue pies, tarts or drizzle cakes are really a joy to behold This classic citrus drizzle traybake recipe is moist and delicious. Perfect for … Read more
