Homemade Shakarpara

This delightful Indian sweet snack is the perfect way to celebrate the Festival of Lights. With just a few simple ingredients and my easy-to-follow steps, you’ll be making this festive treat in no time. Ingredients1 cup sunflower oil50ml water50ml whole milk80g unsalted butter, cubed80g golden caster sugar1 tsp ground cardamom 250g plain flour30g fine semolina Method– Add the water, milk, … Read More

Chocolate Yule Log

This is a super festive recipe but I could probably eat it anytime of year! Ingredients6 eggscaster sugar50g cocoa powder¼ tsp ground cinnamon1 tsp vanilla extracticing sugar For the Ganache80g dark chocolate50 unsalted butter150ml double cream, heated For the Hazelnut Brittle 100g caster sugar 40g hazelnuts, roughly chopped For the Filling300ml double cream1 tbsp sugar Method– Preheat the oven to … Read More

Nutty Biscotti

This is a super simple recipe – a perfect gift or festive treat! Ingredients350g plain flour230g caster sugar2 tsp baking powder2 tsp mixed spice2 large eggs80g pecans, roughly chopped80g almonds, roughly chopped80g roast hazelnuts, roughly chopped Method– Preheat the oven to 180°C / 160°C with a fan. – In a large bowl, add the plain flour, caster sugar, baking powder, … Read More

Chocolate Hazelnut Buche de Noel

This recipe is for the classic French Christmas cake – Buche de Noel by the ‘The Great British Bake Off Series 1’ winner Edd Kimber.

Chocolate and Custard Mince Pies

These super delicious mince pies are filled with creamy custard, almonds and chocolate mince meat. The flaky pastry adds crispness to the pies.