Peppermint Hedgehog Slice ~~

By Saturday, May 25, 2019 0

So, I have been informed by my lovely nutritionist that I need to be 100% gluten free, my body seems to be creating an antibody and attacking itself when I eat glorious gluten....I have to admit I'm not 100% there yet, but I'm well on my way. I thought this would seriously dampen my love ...

Salted Caramel Slice ~~

By Saturday, March 25, 2017 0

A fond memory growing up is of mum always mixing up sweet treats, bowl on hip and stirring like mad. A couple of hours later there would be date loaf, chocolate chippie biscuits, mint slice and muffins ready for us to devour straight out the oven. Thanks mum for establishing my serious sweet tooth….I now ...

Pineapple Lump Lollie Cake ~~

By Monday, February 8, 2016 0

Whenever Waitangi Day rolls around I use it as a massive excuse to make something nostalgic that reminds me of growing up in NZ. Lollie cake is one of those things. My nana used to work in a bakery and I have fond memories of always going in with her to prepare the meringues and ...

Creamy Chocolate Cupcakes ~~

By Monday, September 21, 2015 0

This cupcake could also be named ‘Death by Chocolate’ – it is everything I love in one little morsel of goodness; spongy soft chocolate cake, Whittaker’s dark Ghana icing, m&ms and white chocolate coated Oreo cookies. I originally made these for my housemate as she needed cheering up and we all know chocolate stimulates the ...

Gluten-free Ginger Slice ~~

By Thursday, August 6, 2015 0

I had to share this as my first recipe post, not only because it was the last thing I baked, but also because it just happens to be so damn delicious! It is from one of my favourite cooks, and she just happens to be Kiwi (bonus points). Chelsea Winter is a family favourite in ...