Date and Walnut Teabread
Rocky Roads
Chocolate Crackle Cookies
Mince Pies
I’m a convert. They’re truly delicious after all. Continue reading Mince Pies
Chocolate Fondant Cake
Ok, this is never going to look great on the plate. But its flavour is pretty astonishingly good for something this simple. Continue reading Chocolate Fondant Cake
Pear, caramel and crumble tart
A crunchy base, mashed pears, caramel and lots of crunchy crumble topping – all very deliciously comforting. Continue reading Pear, caramel and crumble tart
Lemon Meringue Pie
Because I’ve always loved lemon meringue, and haven’t had a slice in years, this was an impromptu bake over the weekend. Continue reading Lemon Meringue Pie
Chocolate Tart with Walnuts
This is by far the best pastry I’ve made. So wish I could take the credit for the recipe. But no, that’s not the case. Continue reading Chocolate Tart with Walnuts
Cheats
And these are deceiving: which helps to explain their name, that includes Sly Cakes as well as Cheats. Continue reading “Cheats”
Pear and Almond Cake
Yes, as cakes go it’s decidedly ol’ fashioned and rustic in an autumnal way. But I’m really enjoying the combination. Continue reading Pear and Almond Cake
13th Century Kentish Batter
Puddings are such a treat at this time of year. ALL puddings, that is. Continue reading “13th Century Kentish Batter”
Jelly – Strawberry
Thought I’d try and sneak this in before summer disappears completely. Continue reading “Jelly – Strawberry”
Gâteau Basque
Don’t let looks dissuade you from trying this – it’s incredibly delicious. Continue reading Gâteau Basque
Almond Pudding Pie
Apparently, this would’ve been eaten as a pie during Elizabethan times. Continue reading Almond Pudding Pie
Ripe Tart with Cherries
The pastry is one of the crunchiest I’ve made. And it’s perfect with the filling. Continue reading Ripe Tart with Cherries
Charlotte Royale
The combination is lethal. Continue reading Charlotte Royale
Kentish Lenten Pudding Pie
This would’ve been made during Lent. So, very little sugar was used within the filling and none within the pastry. Continue reading Kentish Lenten Pudding Pie
Madeira Cake
This is one of those cakes, Madeira that is, which will leave you surreptitiously nibbling at the crumbs. And one slice just wouldn’t do. Continue reading Madeira Cake