Melktert (milk custard tart) is a traditional South African tea-time treat. If you want to taste them, you’ll need to grab one before serving as the platter will empty quickly!
New year, new recipe: Banana Bread
It’s a sweltering New Year’s eve and we need a tasty treat for tonight. I have neither the time nor energy to experiment with ideas for my bananas which ripened overnight (this climate is something else!) so, I’ve searched for a classic banana bread and Australian Women’s Weekly once again don’t disappoint. Their dependable and …
Christmas Fruitcake (alcohol free)
For those who don’t like brandy, here is a great cake that has the same depth of flavour without the punch of the plonk. It also doesn’t need long to mature so if you have left it last-minute to do your cake this is the one for you.
Kanelbullar – Swedish cinnamon buns
These taste of pure Christmas season, with cinnamon and cardamom punching through the soft and fluffy dough. Kanelbullar are a traditional Swedish bun that can be served at any time of year, but are particularly nice to turn out at Christmas. Easy to make, if you have the patience to allow the two dough rises.
Vegan cheese puffs
Makes: ± 30 small puffs Time to make: 20 mins (10 prep + 10 bake) Ingredients Method – 1 cup plain flour– 2 tsp baking powder– 1 pinch paprika– 20 ml vegetable oil– 1 apple (peeled and grated)– 1/2 cup water– 1 ½ cups grated vegan cheese 1. Heat oven to 450°F / 230°C 2. …
Peanut Butter Biscuits (vegan)
Easy vegan biscuits packed with flavour. A great snack if you are craving umami!
Sourdough Starter
Develop your own sourdough starter with just two ingredients!
Buttermilk Scones
Easy, delicious and quick to make.
Cheese Muffins
Makes: 12 small muffins Time to make: 20 mins (10 prep + 10 bake) Whether you are having brunch, afternoon snack or midnight cravings, these are delicious, quick and easy to make. My mother used to make these for us and we still cook them in our home at least once every few weeks. The …