Bakes, Chocolate, Cookies

Milk and Double Rolo Cookies

Do you struggle to choose between milk and double cookies? With this recipe you can have both at the same time with the added bonus of dark chocolate and gooey caramel Rolo's! What you'll need: For the vanilla cookie dough: 60g unsalted butter 55g caster sugar 55g soft brown sugar 1/2 a large egg 110g… Continue reading Milk and Double Rolo Cookies

Bakes, Savouries

Sun-dried Tomato and Pesto Swirls

These sundried tomato and pesto pinwheels are the perfect snack for chilled summer evenings and they're so easy to make! You can cheat like me and buy pre-made pastry or you can make your own. What you'll need: 4tsp green pesto Sundried tomatoes 50g cheddar cheese, grated 1 sheet of puff pastry (I used gluten-free)… Continue reading Sun-dried Tomato and Pesto Swirls

Bakes, Muffins

Cinnamon and Banana Muffins

This week I tried out a new recipe for Cinnamon and Banana Muffins by Jessica at Together As Family. The recipe was so easy to follow and I loved how they turned out!  I found them quite sweet but they're perfect for a little afternoon treat! Would definitely recommend giving these a try! - H

Bakes, Cupcakes

Cherry Bakewell Cupcakes

Fancy making a slightly different bake? Why not use the classic bakewell tart flavours and make some bakewell themed cupcakes? What you’ll need for the cupcakes: 150g margarine 150g caster sugar 3 eggs 150g self-raising flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp almond extract For the decoration: 250g icing sugar 80ml cold water 50g milk… Continue reading Cherry Bakewell Cupcakes

Bakes, Cakes

Iced Victoria Sponge

Looking for a way to spruce up a classic victoria sponge cake? Adding buttercream and some sprinkles is a great way to make a cake more exciting and appealing. What you'll need: 175g soft margarine 175g caster sugar 175g self-raising flour 3 eggs 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp vanilla extract For the icing:… Continue reading Iced Victoria Sponge

Bakes, Cakes, Chocolate

Chocolate and Vanilla Marble Loaf

Not sure whether to make a chocolate cake or a vanilla cake? Why not combine both and make this chocolate and vanilla marble loaf topped with a chocolate fudge icing. What you'll need: 175g soft margarine 175g caster sugar 200g self-rasing flour 1 tsp baking powder 3 eggs 2 tbsp milk 1/2 tsp vanilla extract… Continue reading Chocolate and Vanilla Marble Loaf

Bakes, Breakfast

Baked Oat Waffles

Fancy a slightly healthier breakfast but one that still tastes just as good? Have a go at making these quick and easy baked oat waffles. What you'll need: 40g oats 3-4 tablespoons of natural yoghurt (you can use any yoghurt though, even flavoured ones!) 1 egg 1 tsp of vanilla extract 1 silicone waffle mould… Continue reading Baked Oat Waffles

Bakes, Cakes

Lemon Drizzle Tray Bake

Looking for a quick and delicious recipe to make? This Mary Berry lemon drizzle tray bake is the perfect cake for a little treat. The sponge is so light and fluffy finished off with a crunchy lemon glaze tppping. What you'll need for the cake: 225g butter (I used Vitalite, a dairy-free alternative) 225g caster… Continue reading Lemon Drizzle Tray Bake

Bakes, Christmas, Savouries, Seasonal Projects

Festive Sausage Rolls

Fancy having a go at making your own festive sausage rolls? My brother came up with this idea and flavour combinations and they went down a storm in my household! A perfect recipe to share among family and friends! What you'll need: Puff pastry (you can use store-bought or homemade) 500g pork mince Salt and… Continue reading Festive Sausage Rolls

Hannah's Highlights

Hannah’s Highlights #6

Welcome back to Hannah's Highlights! This week I'll be showing off the last of my favourite Christmas crafts and bakes! DIY Photo Coasters by Little House of Four These coasters are such a great idea for a gift for someone special at Christmas! The tutorial is so easy to follow so you'll have your very… Continue reading Hannah’s Highlights #6