This is a wonderfully delicious, intensely aromatic cake, “perfumed”, as my children like to say, with flavours and aromas that instantly transport you to the Middle East. Cardamom, lemon, rose water and rose petal preserve are the stars of the show here.
Biscotti are traditional Italian biscuits that are baked twice. Dry, though less so than Polish rusks, and sweet, they can be wonderfully varied in flavour. They’re perfect with coffee or a glass of wine, and their ability to keep for a long time is, apart from their delicious taste, one
Delicious little apricot and marzipan truffles, perfect for Christmas. They’re incredibly easy to make – simply blend all the ingredients into a smooth paste. The filling is soft and pliable rather than firm, making it ideal not only for truffles but also as a filling for homemade chocolates
Today, something simple and muffin-inspired. I’m not entirely sure what made these muffins so special, but everyone absolutely loved them. They stay fresh for a surprisingly long time and somehow seem to taste even better with each passing day.
This apple poppy seed cake – often referred to as Japanese poppy seed cake – is wonderfully moist and full of flavour, just the way we like it. It’s made almost entirely from rich poppy seed mixture, though it can also be baked on a thin shortcrust base if you prefer.
Apricot mazurek with meringue and almonds is a beautiful combination of a buttery shortcrust base, a vibrant dried apricot filling with a hint of orange, and a crisp, delicate meringue topped with flaked almonds. The meringue layer adds lightness
Bran cookies with granola and apricots are packed with wholesome ingredients. They’re rich, filling and wonderfully satisfying. Soft and hearty, they have a texture more like dense muffins or wholemeal cake. If you prefer, you can bake them a little longer until