Kissel (kisiel) is a quick and comforting dessert, very popular in Poland, where I grew up. It is usually made from fruit compote thickened with potato starch. Homemade kisiel — a soft, drinkable fruit jelly — is very easy to prepare;
The best waffles I have ever eaten. Michel Roux’s waffle recipe makes wonderfully crisp waffles on the outside and light as a cloud on the inside. They are absolutely delicious — quite possibly the only waffle recipe you’ll ever need!
A rich and decadent Black Velvet Cake with a naturally deep, dark colour and a distinctive cocoa flavour that sets it apart from a classic chocolate cake. Wonderfully moist, soft and tender, it’s packed with intense chocolate notes. Finished with
A simple yet delicious carrot cake – wonderfully moist and incredibly easy to make, as everything comes together in one bowl. Finished with a homemade cream cheese frosting, lightly sweetened with honey for extra flavour. A classic, reliable carrot cake recipe
A rich and creamy chocolate milkshake made with just a few simple ingredients. This quick and easy recipe uses vanilla ice cream – homemade if you like, for an even better texture – and smooth chocolate ganache. The ganache can be prepared in advance and kept
The perfect gingerbread. Soft, deeply aromatic and deliciously sticky. My kids said it’s the best one they’ve ever had :). If you love soft gingerbread that’s simple and quick to make, be sure to save this recipe today!
A gooey, intensely chocolatey cake with raspberries. Undoubtedly, it will boost your endorphins — something we all need this time of year. The cake is wonderfully moist, with a texture somewhere between a pudding and a cake. It’s best served about an hour after baking
Have you ever tried rhubarb fritters? They’re such a go-to recipe this spring – especially if you’re a rhubarb fan. Don’t forget to dust them with icing sugar before serving.
A colourful jelly cake that will make children smile – especially on International Children’s Day. A delicate no-bake cheesecake layered with vibrant jelly colours. You can even add fresh fruit if you like! For many people from Poland, this is a nostalgic childhood cake.
The perfect summer cake. Raspberry Cloud Cake features a delicate shortbread base, plenty of raspberries set in raspberry jelly, luscious cream and a crunchy almond meringue on top. This recipe was sent to me by Aleksandra (thank you so much!). The original
These butter cookies are easy to make, delicious, and crumbly. Simply the best piped butter cookies ever — although you can also use a cookie press to create different shapes. The cookies almost double in size in the oven and are perfect for dessert at any time
An impressive boozy torte for special occasions. A three-layer chocolate cake soaked with advocaat, filled with advocaat cream between the layers. The whole cake is covered in an even more indulgent advocaat cream and finished with chocolate crumbs. It’s a truly decadent
A fluffy and moist strawberry cake. A generous cake that can easily be cut into plenty of portions. Light, as it’s made with rapeseed or sunflower oil and plenty of milk. The strawberries taste wonderful in this cake; they release their juices as it bakes,
A delicious and fluffy grapefruit bundt cake, perfect for Easter! This tangy cake is also ideal as an after-dinner treat or for a special occasion. Just follow the recipe – it’s very easy to make. Keep the cake wrapped in foil at room temperature, as it will stay
A velvety, firm, and smooth classic London cheesecake by Nigella Lawson. Extra rich – made with 3 eggs and 3 egg yolks in the batter – and finished with a soured cream topping. Baked in a water bath for cheesecake perfection.
A stunning citrusy dessert – the perfect and easy no-bake lime cheesecake. By following this no-bake cheesecake recipe, you’ll create a smooth, light, and creamy dessert that sets beautifully in the refrigerator. One of the most essential steps is whipping
A beautiful white and gold bundt cake made with almonds, white chocolate, and oranges. A delicious and moist dessert, topped with white chocolate sauce and toasted almond flakes.
In Poland, pączki are traditionally eaten on Fat Thursday (Tłusty Czwartek) in February, marking the last Thursday before Lent begins. Made from a rich, enriched dough with plenty of eggs, butter, sugar, yeast, and milk, these Polish doughnuts are