There are times, when only the comfort of a childhood favourite will do. I will always remember early mornings of summer when I sat on the bench of my Grandma’s (Teata’s) kitchen while she made this cake, always in twos because when the family gathered we were quite a cast. She used to let me hold the […]
Mousse shots are the perfect addition to a dessert buffet, they are light and easy to eat and this recipe is a definite crowd pleaser. A rich, dark and fluffy chocolate mousse is topped with a light and airy salted caramel mousse. The flavours are incredible on their own and when combined in one bite […]
There is nothing like a good piece of chocolate cake. I love this recipe -it has a soft and fudgy texture, and most importantly an intense chocolate taste. The peanut butter frosting is silky and smooth. Perfect for a birthday or special occasion. From my family to yours – happy cooking! Ingredients Cake: 2 cups […]
I love an intensely chocolatey brownie, and this one is turned into amaze-balls status by the addition of peanut butter. Its a dangerous recipe because it is so decadent! I hope you enjoy. From my family to yours, happy baking xx Ingredients 225 g unsalted butter 1 cup dark chocolate chips 220 g dark chocolate […]
I love working with pastry, I mean I LOOOOVE it. There is nothing quite like the feeling of taking some flour, butter and sugar turning into a flaky buttery crispy thing that become the perfect vessel for a chocolatey delight, cream and berries, caramel, mousse or in this case a gorgeous creamy creme brulee. The […]
There are very few experiences in life that give me more familial happiness than baking with my children. When my girls were really young it was fun to engage their minds in something different and getting them excited about eating food, as they are getting a bit bigger I use the opportunity to talk to […]
This tart is the very definition of decadence. I have been wanting to using Careme Pastry for a little while now, I see it every time I am in my local gourmet store, but since I quite like making my own pastry I haven’t really seen the need. I had some salted caramel left over […]
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