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Biscuits, Cookies & Traybakes

Bakewell Slices

Bakewell Slices are a British classic. A layer of pastry covered with delicious raspberry jam topped with an almond flavoured sponge. Such a tasty treat. What are Bakewell Slices? If you haven't heard or tried a Bakewell Slice you are definitely missing out. They are a classic British tray bake with three unique layers. The bottom layer is shortcrust pastry covered liberally with raspberry jam. This is topped with delicious almond flavoured sponge that is sprinkled with flaked ... continue reading...

Breakfast & Brunch

Thick & Fluffy American Pancakes

Thick & Fluffy American Pancakes are always the pancakes for me. Deliciously light & fluffy and fantastic accompanied with crispy bacon and maple syrup. These make the most amazing weekend brunch.   What are American Pancakes? There is one main difference between American style pancakes and British style pancakes/crepes. This is the raising agent. With crepes there is no rising agent so they stay perfectly thin which makes them great for stuffing and rolling. American ... continue reading...

Biscuits, Cookies & Traybakes

Welsh Cakes

Soft, buttery and filled with tasty sultanas, Welsh Cakes are delicious especially when enjoyed with a hot drink and your feet up!  What are Welsh Cakes? Welsh Cakes are a traditional tea time treat in Wales. They have been made for centuries and still popular today. I'm sure each family has their own recipe, but all welsh cakes include dried fruit and mixed spice and are cooked on a griddle pan. Welsh Cakes can be served warm or cold and are sometimes sprinkled with sugar or ... continue reading...

Cakes

Funfetti Cake

Funfetti Cake is an American favourite. Layers of vanilla sponge speckled with sprinkles covered in delicious buttercream. It is perfect for birthdays - especially for children! What is Funfetti Cake? If you are not from America, you will be forgiven for not knowing what Funfetti Cake is. It is a sponge cake, heavily flavoured with vanilla with sprinkles in the cake mix. The cake batter is quite loose as the recipe includes quite a lot of liquid. This helps create a lovely moist ... continue reading...

Snacks & Sides

Thyme & Brie Potatoes

Soft potatoes slow cooked with garlic and thyme and covered in melted brie. These Thyme & Brie Potatoes really are something special.            A decadent potato side dish These Thyme & Brie Potatoes are one of my favourite ways to cook potatoes. They are incredibly delicious and don't require that much effort. Once you have sliced the potatoes, this recipe is really quite simple and doesn't need much attention. This makes it great to ... continue reading...