Burger joints have been popping up all over the country for some time now and sometimes there’s nothing quite like a giant burger you just want to sink your teeth into. However sometimes is can be a labour of love and pay off in more ways than one if you’re able to prepare your own burgers at home when hosting guest. This flavour combo and recipe here will definitely get the room talking!…
BBQ Cheeseburger Pull-Apart
Whenever I’m standing in the bakery section of my local supermarket staring at the fresh breads, one of my favourite loaves would have to be a cheesy pull-apart. There’s also something so satisfying about pulling away the segments of bread filled with delicious cheese in between.…
Peanut Butter and Jam Louise Cake
The Louise Cake has been a kiwi household staple for many generations. And for me growing up, this was no different. Even to this day, this recipe holds many nostalgic memories. In fact, my grandmother used to enjoy making and baking the Louise Cake too, however she liked to make them in muffin tins so that everyone had a single serve. This would be great, as it often saved the debate over who got the larger slice amongst siblings and cousins.
…Blueberry and Basil Brioche
Whether it’s a start to a new year, or you’re thinking about your habits and lifestyle, you’d be relieved to know that you’re not alone on that journey. It’s all about introducing and then maintaining a balanced diet that you can stick to for the long haul.…
Honey Mustard Oatmeal Crackers
Kiwi summers are full of barbecues and making the most of the warm evening light. What also gets me excited about this season is the before-barbecue snacks and nibbles. A plentiful platter full of cheese, crackers, dips and fresh fruit screams summer for me and sets the scene for a perfect night. Whether it’s planned entertaining or those unexpected guests, it’s always good to either be prepared or have a quick, easy and affordable solution up your sleeve.
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Salted Vanilla Cheesecake Cookie
When people pop by, there’s nothing better than the house smelling of freshly baked cookies. If you weren’t prepared, then it’s always good to have something quick and easy on hand. These Salted Vanilla Cheesecake Cookies are not only easy to make, they are delicious and actually taste like a cheesecake in cookie form.…
Funfetti Cookie Cake
Being a teacher myself, I know the importance and rewards that come from baking with children. Along with developing practical life skills, baking introduces the science of ingredients, where you can learn about and observe the chemistry of their reactions. Mathematical concepts are another huge element of baking too, for example exploring time, measurement and the ability to follow the steps of a recipe. Baking is also a great bonding activity with children within the kitchen, so I bake (and eat) with my daughter every chance I get.
…Cookie Dough Tiffin
I bet you have two thoughts, yum I love cookie dough and what the heck is a tiffin! A tiffin is cake-like slice full of chocolate, crushed biscuits and other bits and bobs. I think of it as a cross between the lolly log and a rocky-road with the bonus that it too doesn’t need to be baked. If you’ve never tried one before, then you really need to.…
Beer and Bacon Brownie
There has been a lot of talk recently about chocolate and beer making a surprisingly delicious team. I’ve seen this combo drawing in people for chocolate and beer pairing evenings, along with craft breweries releasing chocolate infused brews. So this got me thinking, let’s bake the two ingredients together and create something amazing. However I still felt it needed something else, so what goes with beer? Bacon!…
Raw Cocoa and Coconut Cheesecake
There’s always the demand to do things quicker, have more energy and live a little healthier. When it comes to baking or a little something sweet, we sometimes feel these same pressures. Luckily it doesn’t always have to be this way and occasionally we are allowed a little indulgence. …