Apparently, early varieties of cherries are already in season – the perfect excuse to make cherry brioche buns ;). Soft, buttery and rich with eggs, this dough is surprisingly easy to work with. One of its biggest advantages is that it rises overnight in the fridge, so in the morning
This hazelnut, plum and chocolate cake is an incredible flavour combination. I have to admit, it’s been a while since I’ve had such a perfect trio – plums, nuts and chocolate complement each other beautifully, creating a fragrant, soft, moist and truly special cake.
A lovely twist on classic strawberry cakes – this time with an orange note! A soft, delicate sponge with strawberries, enriched with fresh orange juice and zest. Simple, delicious and perfect for any occasion :).
An orange bundt cake made with a whole orange (yes – including the peel!) or, if you prefer, a wonderfully moist orange cake baked in a standard tin. Delicious, delicate, moist. Although I didn’t manage to bake it for Easter, I happily returned to the recipe a few days
A truly special cranberry walnut tart inspired by a classic Linzer torte. The filling is a homemade cranberry jam, quick to prepare – no need for days of simmering and stirring. The pastry is beautifully buttery and nutty, though quite delicate to handle, so rolling it out on baking
A truly wonderful cake with redcurrants – everyone went back for seconds :). It’s a slightly “loaded” version of a classic butter cake. There’s a lot going on here: poppy seeds, coconut, coconut icing and those beautifully tart blackcurrants. Altogether, it’s irresistible…
A familiar, comforting crumble-style dessert. Quick, effortless and almost impossible to get wrong ;). Juicy blackberries and plums baked under a soft, cookie-like topping. Finished with flaked almonds, this cobbler bakes up beautifully golden – and tastes
A wonderfully moist orange cake with cranberries and pistachios – a bit like a cranberry loaf cake. Fragrant with orange zest and finished with a simple orange icing. It’s incredibly quick to make – just like muffins, you simply mix everything together. It keeps fresh
A soft, fluffy honey cake with apples – we absolutely loved it. Maybe it’s because I’m already missing festive baking? 😉 The addition of apples is a perfect touch! The cake is aromatic, moist and delicious – what more could you want?
A rich, moist and fluffy coconut cake packed with plenty of kiwi. Interestingly, baked kiwi tastes a bit like gooseberries :). Finished with a coconut icing, which is the perfect final touch. Highly recommended!
A famous and much-loved cake, known especially to fans of Nigella Lawson – a rich honey and chocolate cake topped with adorable marzipan bees :). Soft, beautifully risen, moist yet not heavy. The chocolate doesn’t overpower the flavour – the honey shines through
If you love baklava, you’re in for a treat ;). This version features hazelnuts, dark chocolate and cinnamon, all soaked in a fragrant honey syrup. It’s sticky, rich and completely addictive. Layer upon layer of crisp filo pastry filled with toasted nuts and high-quality chocolate
A classic butter cake with rhubarb, almonds and… custard powder :). It gives the cake its lovely vanilla flavour, aroma and beautiful yellow colour. The rhubarb is prepared in advance by tossing it with sugar and leaving it to sit for a few hours. This draws out excess moisture
A delicate, sponge-style apple Swiss roll – a lovely idea for a light afternoon treat. Simple to make, using everyday ingredients, and well known in many homes. I baked it for the first time thanks to a reader’s recommendation :). Light, tasty and perfect for
Spicy, dark, aromatic, soft and slightly sticky – a bold molasses gingerbread with a peppery kick. Quick to make, yet full of depth. Its deep colour, flavour and aroma all come from molasses – so it’s worth noting, you really have to enjoy it, as it defines the cake.
A light, moist and delicately crumbly chocolate Easter cake with a hint of cardamom. It’s based on a classic sponge-style cake made with potato starch (with a few tweaks – swapping the flours and adding cocoa). This is a great option if you don’t enjoy creaming butter
The fluffiest, softest blueberry buns ever! This time, instead of the classic version, they’re topped with a buttery crumble – though you can simply drizzle them with icing if you prefer. The dough is based on your favourite poppy seed roll recipe, which makes it extra rich thanks
A melt-in-the-mouth lemon tart with plums – a surprisingly perfect pairing! The rich filling, enriched with ground almonds and limoncello, sets this tart apart from a classic lemon tart. If I didn’t know the ingredients, I’d almost think it contained ricotta :).