This is the most delicious chocolate cake – three layers of light, hazelnut chocolate sponge iced and sandwiched with super-simple, light, eggless, chocolate mousse and finished with some Ferrero Rocher. Ingredients200g unsalted, softened butter250g caster sugar1 tbsp instant coffee180ml boiling water150g plain flour50g unsweetened cocoa powder50g ground almonds½ tsp bicarbonate of soda1 tsp baking powder100g sour cream2 eggs1 tsp vanilla … Read More
This is really fudgy, chocolate praline cake. This can be made into one 10” cake but I’m making it into two 8” cakes to make it more celebratory. IngredientsFor the Cake batter200g dark chocolate, broken into pieces200g unsalted butter200g caster sugar6 eggs, separated100g roasted hazelnuts, blitzed to a fine powder100g self-raising flour Chocolate Ganache Icing300g dark chocolate (70% cocoa), broken … Read More
This is a light coconut sponge sandwiched with raspberry jam and a fluffy cream cheese buttercream, which isn’t sickly sweet – an absolute treat! This recipe is from the book ‘The Modern Preserver’s Kitchen‘ by Kylee Newton. Ingredients90g unsalted butter90ml sunflower/rapeseed oil350g caster sugar200g sour cream2 tsp vanilla extract350g plain flour1 tsp baking powder½ tsp bicarbonate of soda½ tsp salt40g desiccated … Read More
This is a delicious layered Oreo cake with an extra chocolate layer for added indulgence! Ingredients Cake Batter350g softened, unsalted butter350g caster sugar350g self-raising flour1½ tsp baking powder1 heaped tsp vanilla extract2 tbsp milk6 eggs½ packet Oreo biscuits Swiss Buttercream Icing4 egg whites300g caster sugar450g softened butter4-5 Oreo biscuits, crushed Chocolate Ganache Filling200g dark chocolate, broken into pieces200ml double cream … Read More
This is a light, simple sponge, that is big enough for 20-25 people. A beautiful, melt in your mouth, delicious celebration cake. Ingredients Cake Batter250g golden caster sugar (or plain)250g unsalted butter, softened250g self-raising flour1 tsp baking powder1 tsp vanilla extract5 eggszest 1 unwaxed lemon2 tbsp milk Filling600ml double cream4tbsp caster sugarLemon curd100g strawberries, de-stalked and cut in half100g blueberries100g … Read More
This creamy, burnt cheesecake recipe from Ed Smith’s Crave is melt in the mouth and cloud-like! Ingredients600g cream cheese120g golden caster sugar2 eggs300ml double creampinch salt2½ tbsp runny honey40g plain flour Method– Pre-heat oven to 220°C/ 200°C with a fan. – Grease 8” round cake tin – springform or loose-bottomed if possible. – Line with double baking paper cut slightly … Read More
This cake is light and fluffy with the refreshing, summery touch of lemon, almond and raspberry. It’s great for picnics! Ingredients For the Cake Batter200g caster sugar 200g self-raising flour (or plain flour + 2tsp baking powder)200g softened butter4 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp baking powderzest 1 lemon (unwaxed) For the Syrup50g caster sugar50ml water50ml almond liqueur/Amaretto (optional) Filling250g … Read More
My first book The Cardamom Trail. Discover rare but precious traditional bakes from India, as well as new spice-infused recipes. Delve into the history of Indian herbs and spices and learn how to match foods and flavours. I like to introduce colourful spices, aromatic herbs and other Indian ingredients into traditional Western baked favourites. Whether it’s a sponge cake with … Read More
A delicious light lemon and vanilla sponge sandwiched with vanilla buttercream and lots of lemon curd. This is a beautiful and stunning cake for any celebration. IngredientsFor the Cake 350g unsalted softened butter350g caster sugar350g self raising flour1 ½ tsp baking powder1 tsp vanilla extract2 tbsp milkzest of 2 lemons6 large eggs For the Icing350g unsalted softened butter700g icing sugar2 … Read More
Turmeric and lemon cake When you are looking for something with a little zing and a light fluffy cake all in one in this loaf cake. The lemon zest and sugar syrup makes it sharp and light and the addition of turmeric gives it a vibrant colour and a delicate flavour too. For the cake 150 gms softened butter … Read More