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CHOC OATY COCONUT COOKIES (GF)

Another day another cookie – I had hoped to photograph and stack of these chocolate beauties but there was only one left by the time I got there. Here’s my big girl cupping the last one which I swiftly ate. I can’t claim this recipe, it’s a…

September 11, 2021
Baking Breakfast

ORANGE & VANILLA BUCKWHEAT WAFFLES

We’re a wee bit late to the waffle party in our house. Until 2 months ago I’d never even made them. It’s been a bit of a revelation and we’ve been making all sorts over the last few weeks. I make a big batch…

September 11, 2021
Baking Recipes

CRACK BROWNIE – (GF!)

Sickly treat alert! Chocolate and caramel lovers – this one is for you. And for those who care its gluten free. Cut it into small squares as this is rich and delicious. 120g dark chocolate 120g GF flour 50g cocoa 250g caster sugar 250g…

December 18, 2019
Baking Dessert

WALNUT CRUST CHEESECAKE W/ LABNEH & MACERATED TAMARILLOS 

This light, honey sweetened cheesecake is made with strained yoghurt and a nutty walnut crust. Macerating is simply adding sugar or honey to your tamarillos – they’ll produce a dark red syrupy juice not only great with cheesecake but with cereal or even over…

September 15, 2019
Baking Dessert

LEMON, HONEY & ALMOND LOAF

I love cake at any time of the day so try my best to limit the sugar content when it’s at risk of being eaten for brekkie! This loaf is my take on a Persian favourite typically made with oranges. It’s deliciously bold and…

May 14, 2019
Baking Dessert

BLUEBERRY SOUR PUSS CHEESECAKE

Here’s a zingy little cheesecake I had the privilege of creating for Mac’s new Sour Puss Blueberry Beer. It’s light and creamy and filled with tangy lemons and plump mulched blueberries giving it a pretty purple hue. The whole combination is layered on top…

September 7, 2018
Baking Dessert

COCONUT, LEMON & RASPBERRY ALMOND CAKE (GF)

Birthday’s are for treats right?! This decadent buttery cake is my new go to birthday cake. It’s super simple with gluten-free richness that goes a long way – only needing the teeniest piece. I’ve iced it as think birthday cakes need icing but feel…

July 3, 2018
Baking

PINEAPPLE MACAROON LABNEH TARTS W/ PINEAPPLE BLOSSOMS (GF)

This week it’s International Pineapple Day. Who knew! I’m delighted to have partnered with the lovely folks Dole NZ to create a series of healthy recipes using their delectable fresh Tropical Gold™ pineapples. Carrying the Rainforest Alliance certified seal, their pineapples are grown according…

June 25, 2018
Baking Brunch

AMARANTH PORRIDGE W/ COCONUT, GINGER & TUMERIC

This is the most delicious porridge and tastes like a golden turmeric latte with warming ginger, coconut milk and yoghurt topped with almond butter. I often make a double batch which lasts a couple of mornings and occasionally even lunch. We’re a dairy loving…

June 19, 2018