Sweet Treats This January many of us in an effort to consume fewer animal products will be attempting so-called ‘Veganuary’. However, this doesn’t mean sacrificing your favourite treats. These cookies are as good as any regular version, crispy on the edges, soft and chewy inside. Don’t be panicked by any of the ingredients, coconut…
Sweet Treats This German gingerbread has the perfect balance of sweet and spiced. This version is even tastier as the biscuits are filled with raspberry. Other flavours like apricot or cherry, also work really well, or you can keep it simple and not fill them at all! Heart-shaped lebkuchen look extra decorative and would make…
Sweet Treats This is a cosy, decadent dessert perfect for those cold evenings as the darker weather sets in. It isn’t as difficult as you might think to make this lightly spiced version of the sweet gooey classic. It is worth looking for Medjool dates, they have a rich caramelised flavour compared to that of…
Sweet Treats This is a wonderfully moreish chocolate cake, the sharpness of the dark chocolate is complemented perfectly with sweet bursts of juicy pears that are right in season this time of the year. It is a really easy recipe to whip up if you have a couple of pears getting overripe in your fruit…
Sweet Treats This is an old fashioned family favourite that remains ever popular. It is an essential recipe for every baker’s repertoire. There is nothing better with a cup of tea in the evening with its crunchy crust and delicious buttery inside studded with sweet pops of cherry. Ingredients 200g red glace cherries 190g butter…
Sweet Treats Soufflé has a reputation for being difficult to master, but there is really no need to fear this delicate, melt in the mouth dessert. The ingredients are simple and if you take your time with each step you’ll have a light citrus version of this dinner party classic. Ingredients Makes about 5…
Sweet Treats These biscuits are quick to make and taste so much better than the shop-bought version! Traditionally they are sandwiched with strawberry jam but you can try anything – apricot, chocolate spread, whatever you fancy. They are great to make with kids in these last few days of the summer holidays. Ingredients Makes…
Sweet Treats This fruity layered cake is a definite crowd-pleaser with the tanginess of the lemon, bursts of blueberry and indulgent cream cheese icing to top it all off. It would make a beautiful cake for a friend or family member’s birthday. Don’t be put off by the number of ingredients – you will…
Sweet Treats Banana bread is a staple in any baker’s repertoire and this recipe doesn’t even call for a hand mixer so it’s perfect for beginners. If you don’t even have a loaf tin you could always make mini banana bread muffins, a delicious breakfast treat, just adjust the cooking time down as necessary. A…