Coconut Loaf Cake with Strawberry Chia Seed Jam 

There's been a coconut BOOM and I admit that I have 100% leaped onto this band wagon. Though Bounty's do not do it for me, and will only ever really remind me of my Grandad or the dread when it comes to the end of a Celebrations tub, I am loco about coco in a … Continue reading Coconut Loaf Cake with Strawberry Chia Seed Jam 

Lemon and Blueberry Mini Bundts 

I can't get enough of a lemon sponge cake, I'd even go as far as saying that it's up with there with a chocolate fudge cake...bold statement, I know!   Lemon and blueberry is one of my favourite combinations. The light but sweet, citrusy flavour of this lemon sponge really compliments the tang of the … Continue reading Lemon and Blueberry Mini Bundts 

Custard cream cupcakes 

 Perfect for parties or an alternative afternoon tea, these cupcakes feature our classic sponge recipe, topped with a deliciously creamy custard buttercream.  Ingredients (makes 12 cupcakes):  125g unsalted butter, at room temp  125g caster sugar  125g self raising flour  2 medium eggs  1 tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla essence  For the buttercream:  180g icing … Continue reading Custard cream cupcakes 

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea – Review 

No oompa loompa's here, but what you will find is just as magical!  When I heard that such a thing existed, I was beyond excited! 'A Charlie and the Chocolate Factory themed afternoon tea! What does that even MEAN?!' my friend's squealed. Quite simply, it is the stuff of dreams and unlike any afternoon tea … Continue reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea – Review