I’m back for what will be this blog’s final few months – there are only 20 recipes left in the book! Red velvet cake is a vanilla cake with a few tablespoons of cocoa powder and red food colouring mixed in. Vinegar and buttermilk bring some acid to the batter, adding a bit of tanginess …
Chocolate Panforte
Panforte is a traditional chewy Italian dessert with fruits and nuts, served at Christmas time. Literally, panforte means "strong bread", which refers to the spicy flavour – it has a blend of spices, in addition to white pepper. It’s very good! Step by step recipe below and list of ingredients at the end of the …
Christmas Pudding
Christmas pudding is a steamed cake traditionally served as part of the Christmas dinner in Britain, Ireland and in other countries where it has been brought by British and Irish immigrants. It’s quite rich and fruity but light at the same time. Step by step recipe below and list of ingredients at the end of …
Chewy Cashew, Ginger & Honey Cookies
I did not try these cookies because I’m allergic to ginger but here’s my husband’s review: “The ginger flavour was a bit strong but they were okay for healthy cookies.” Not very compelling I know, but it is a recipe from the not-so-naughty section after all! Step by step recipe below and list of ingredients …
Baked Vanilla Custard Tarts
These custard tarts were delicious! I used a vanilla pod as a flavouring instead of star anise and bay leaves. You could also use cardamom if you prefer. Step by step recipe below and list of ingredients at the end of the post! To make the pastry: Sift the dry ingredients (plain flour, cornflour, caster …
Lamb Sausage Rolls with Minted Pea Purée
These lamb sausage rolls were so good! They take a bit of time to make since you need to cook the lamb in the oven for 3 hours and then chill the sausage in the fridge overnight, so make sure you set aside a couple of days to make this recipe. The minted pea purée …
Chocolate Soufflé
This chocolate soufflé recipe is very good! It’s also quite sweet so if I made it again I would probably reduce the amount of sugar or omit the chopped white chocolate. Step by step recipe below and list of ingredients at the end of the post! Melt the butter and chocolate together carefully. Fold the …
Citrus, Rosemary & Honey Polenta Cake
This cake is quite nice considering it’s from the ‘Not-so-naughty’ section of the book. It is very citrusy and super moist. I wasn’t sure about the rosemary but it’s not too overpowering. It is a sugar-free and gluten-free cake as well. Step by step recipe below and list of ingredients at the end of the …
Ultimate Banana Fritters
Last week I didn’t post a recipe because my husband and I were walking the Queen Charlotte Track in the Marlborough Sounds. It was an amazing walk and a wonderful way to celebrate our anniversary! I’m back home now and I bring you a mouth watering recipe. These banana fritters have warm, soft banana in …
Chocolate Sponge
This chocolate sponge is filled and covered with chocolate cream, and sprinkled with chocolate shavings – what’s not to like? Fresh summer berries would have been the perfect addition, but they are not in season here yet so I used freeze-dried berries. Step by step recipe below and list of ingredients at the end of …
The Great New Zealand Baking Book Project 