We have all had that โOh Noโ moment and it tends to happen most at this time of the year! The other day after returning home from visiting family we noticed a hand delivered package on the doorstep. Further investigation revealed a lovely, very thoughtful...
Read moreMinty Candy Cane Cookies
A cool thing about the holiday periods is the unique candy that is available. Easter has its chocolate eggs, Halloween has its pumpkin candy and Christmas has candy canes. ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย There are many ways to use candy canes in your baking, mostly you...
Read moreGluten Free Clementine Cake
I wanted to create a gluten free rich fruitcake that could be enjoyed by all my gluten intolerant friends real and virtual ๐ I ended up with an amazing rich, moist fruitcake that was bursting with bright citrus flavours and had a real festive feel to it. So...
Read moreHomemade Mince Pies 4 Different Ways
Christmas is only a few weeks away now… when did that happen? It’s almost like one moment we were all preparing for it and the next the mad rush has begun. I’ve had a few requests for homemade mince pie recipes, since I gave you myย homemade...
Read moreHomemade Sweet Mincemeat
With Christmas fast approaching it’s time to get things organised and for me that means making my own sweet mincemeat. Donโt get me wrong itโs not hugely expensive to buy ready made but as always the homemade stuff is always better. You know whatโs in...
Read moreBlue Velvet Roulade
I have a small confession to make this post is completely self-indulgent. Itโs probably not a popular style cake, nowhere near whatโs trending right now on Twitter or Google. But you know what? This time I donโt care as its my birthday soon and I wanted to...
Read moreFruit and Nut Porridge
This is a bit of a double use post; firstly this is a great wholesome breakfast come winter there is always a huge jar of this in my kitchen. Itโs quick and easy to whip up for a quick warming hearty breakfast that will keep you easily going till lunchtime....
Read moreEasy Fudgy Brownies
Brownies are so popular because they are so versatile, you can add almost anything to them candy, fruit, nuts, and pretzels the list is pretty long. Most of us have our favourite recipes, our go-to-recipes if you like and Iโm going to share mine with you. I...
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