Cakes
Spicy Wine Soaked Fruit Cake
Although we will eat it, no-one at my house is that keen on the heavy rich fruit cake you have at Christmas time. We’ll all happily tuck into a lighter version, so I thought I’d add a bit of a wintery feel by using a mulled wine soak to the fruit. It’s not as moist … Continue reading
Vanilla Cupcakes with Dulce De Leche Buttercream & Filling
I love making vanilla cupcakes, so easy yet so scrummy! This time I decided to jazz them up with a jar of dulce de leche (first time I’ve brought this divine stuff). Follow the recipe for just the wonderful cupcakes or add the dulce de leche for something extra sweet. Vanilla Cupcakes … Continue reading
Cinnamon Scones
I love scones! Heaven with clotted cream & jam mmmmmmmm. Thought I’d make a slight adjustment and have a go at adding a cinnamon touch, the results were fab! I use Delias Buttermilk scones recipe http://www.deliaonline.com/how-to-cook/baking/how-to-make-scones.html It never fails, they also freeze well so are a good standby too. I added 2 teaspoons … Continue reading
Cinnamon, Cherry & Raisin Ring
When Gav asked for Chelsea buns the other day I thought I’d make something along those lines but slightly different. This is an altered recipe from Jennie Shapters book Bread Machine. I have used the book loads over the years. It does just flop open on the ciabatta page which is a huge … Continue reading
Easy Brownie Pops
Brownies are a huge favourite for my family & friends so they get made on a fairly regular basis. I just love the squishy deep chocolate chunks of gorgeousness! They are great with a cup of coffee, wonderful as a dessert heated through and served with vanilla ice cream. They’re easy to make & they … Continue reading
Rustic Apple & Cinnamon Cakes
Apples are in huge supply at the moment so I’ve been making the most of them and using them alot. Several local folk have kindly shared their harvest and I’ve had a constant supply for weeks! This recipe was one of those I can’t get back to sleep at 4 am sort of recipe moments! … Continue reading