Chocolate birthday cake
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract Make someone feel extra-special on their birthday with a cake topping with handmade lettering and big chocolate curls. The decorations can be made weeks in advance...
View ArticleChocolate soil
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract A rose by any other name, right? Chocolate 'soil' just means chocolate crumble, but this nickname comes from its use as the 'ground' for many desserts. Sprinkle on a...
View ArticleChocolate-coated honeycomb
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract Honeycomb is simple to make but there are a few tips to ensure you end up with a perfect result every time. When adding the bicarbonate of soda, just whisk it until...
View ArticleChocolate cupcakes
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract The chocolate ganache topping is a divine finish on top of these cupcakes; it can be coated on with a knife or piped in a elegant pattern.
View ArticleChocolate date meringue cake
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract If you’re looking to cater for a large crowd of chocolate lovers, look no further. If eaten as soon as it’s assembled, you can appreciate the contrast of crunchy...
View ArticleChocolate pecan biscuits
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract Pecans and chocolate make a great flavour combination. Feel free to serve these with or without the chocolate coating.
View ArticleMilk chocolate honey truffles
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract If there were ever a food product that required high security, these truffles are it! Although the recipe yields forty truffles, don’t be surprised if they don’t...
View ArticleRum and raisin chocolate cake
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract A classic flavour combination, this moist and rich chocolate cake is more suited to adult tastes. If you prefer, omit the rum, but still soak the raisins in water,...
View ArticleDecadent chocolate biscuits
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract The name of the recipe says it all – these are decadent little morsels. You can bake the biscuits in advance and store them for two weeks. Once you add the ganache...
View ArticleJapanese fruit sando
Image By Jessica Thompson Abstract This slightly sweet Japanese fruit sandwich is a perfect middle-ground between healthy and indulgent. For best results use bread that has been slightly sweetened and...
View ArticleDrop scones with blackberry compote
Image By Lyndey Milan Abstract These drop scones are a traditional Irish afternoon tea recipe. The quick berry compote is a wonderful substitute for berry jam.
View ArticleGuinness crème brulee with Irish whiskey snaps
Image By Lyndey Milan Abstract This really is a taste of Ireland. The sugar and Guinness are beautifully balanced in the brulee, and the whiskey-ginger snaps are an easy melt and mix-recipe.
View ArticleClassic lamington
Image By Lyndey Milan Abstract The secret to a great lamington: make your sponge a day ahead, or refrigerate it for a few hours. To make icing easier, you can also freeze your sponge for 20 minutes to...
View ArticleBrownies in a jar
Image By Lyndey Milan Abstract Layering all the dry ingredients in a jar makes for an attractive and heartwarming gift!
View ArticleChocolate feathers
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract A simple technique for making decorative white chocolate feathers to lift any dish.
View ArticleChocolate bubble wrap
Image By Kirsten Tibballs Abstract Tempered dark chocolate spread onto a piece of bubble wrap to creates a honeycomb effect chocolate garnish.
View ArticleLemon and passionfruit curd
Image By Sophie Hansen Abstract This is a lovely curd recipe: it uses whole eggs, which is nice and neat, sets well and tastes gorgeous.What it does ask for is a little time, so please keep the heat...
View ArticleTreacle-cured beef with Yorkshire puddings and roast potatoes
Image By Tom Kerridge Abstract This roast requires requires a 24-hour marinade - but it will be well worth it. And these will be some of the best roast potatoes you've ever had.
View ArticleHoney roast streaky bacon
Image By Tom Kerridge Abstract This is the most magnificent alternative to your classic festive ham; it’s ridiculously easy, takes no time at all and will knock your Christmas socks off. It’s...
View ArticleSpiced orange cake with Christmas pudding ice cream
Image By Tom Kerridge Abstract Anyone who says they don’t like Christmas pudding hasn’t tried this! This brilliant gluten-free orange cake, served up with pudding ice-cream, makes a perfect festive...
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