My favourite South African dessert? While the many options make this a difficult decision, I have to say that milktart is my number one. I cannot walk past a pastry counter, see a milktart, and not try it out! And when I'm feeling inspired to bake something special this classic milktart recipe is my go-to […]
No-Fail Vanilla Cupcake Recipe
I probably spent 10 years developing this perfect no-fail vanilla cupcake recipe. At one stage I convinced myself that the only way to bake perfect, fluffy, moist, vanilla cupcakes was to use box-mix. Box-mix?! Yes, this baker used box-mix because I just couldn't get the result I was looking for, until this recipe. Can I […]
Funfetti Bundt Cake with Milkybar Drizzle
Before I tasted this funfetti bundt cake with a milkybar drizzle, I knew it was going to be trouble. Rainbow studded soft vanilla cake covered in a silky white chocolate sauce. COME ON! If this doesn't make you want to come up with a reason to bake a celebration cake, then well, we can't be […]
Lindt Chocolate Stuffed Cupcakes
If you're the kind of baked goods eater who thinks there is no such thing as too much chocolate, then these Lindt Chocolate Stuffed Cupcakes are just for you! Soft chocolate cupcakes stuffed with Lindor balls and covered in a melted Lindt Chocolate Frosting. Christmas cupcakes are some of my favourites, and if you love […]
Warm Banana Cake with Caramel Sauce
Banana and caramel… is this not the perfect match of flavours? I've celebrated this combination in many different bakes. Banoffee pie, upside-down banana cakes, and even cupcakes but my favourite way to enjoy this pair is with this warm banana cake with caramel sauce. How to Make a Moist Banana Cake Moist, I don't […]
Sweet Breakfast Crêpes with Honey Roasted Nectarines
Weekends are made for late mornings, strong coffees and a breakfast that lets you know, there is no rush. That is why these sweet breakfast crêpes are the perfect choice. Easy Sweet Breakfast Crêpe Recipe This crêpe recipe is easy and it is made with simple ingredients that are sure to be in your fridge […]
Vanilla Cupcakes with Caramel Frosting & Peppermint Crisp
Vanilla cupcakes, seemingly easy to make but definitely hard to perfect. I've lost count of how many batches of vanilla cupcakes came out of the oven a little less than perfect. But that was all before I started using this recipe. Just as easy as if you were baking with box mix but all the […]