“This fancy almond-flavored tea cake, also called ‘Battenberg/Battenburg Cake’ or ‘Battenberg/Battenburg Square’ features a homemade marzipan.” Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup white sugar 3 eggs 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 drops red food coloring 1 cup apricot preserves 2 cups ground almonds […]
The key to a perfect panna cotta is the right ratio of gelatin to dairy. Lisa Donovan uses just enough to set each dessert while maintaining a creamy, luscious texture. Using vanilla bean paste adds beautiful flecks to each panna cotta, but vanilla extract will work well, too. Ingredients: 1 3/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin 3 […]
This easy dessert takes no time and the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Wondering about the coconut oil? It serves two functions. 1. It thins the chocolate slightly, making it easier to dip the Oreos. 2. It helps the chocolate set much more quickly in the fridge. It’s a win/win! We left it […]
“Oh yes, you can have chocolate for breakfast! Excellent served on top of hot flaky biscuits or homemade drop biscuits. Everyone will be cheering for more.” Ingredients: 1/4 cup cocoa 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3/4 cup white sugar 2 cups milk 1 tablespoon butter, softened 2 teaspoons vanilla Directions: Whisk the cocoa, flour, and sugar […]
Ingredients: 2 whole eggs 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons (heaping) cocoa 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 stick butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Serving suggestions: sweetened whipped cream or vanilla ice cream Directions: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Beat the eggs until light in color. Beat in the sugar until just combined. Add […]
“This fudgy, easy can’t-wait microwave lava cake is ready in only 7 minutes and uses cake mix and prepared frosting in the can. Mind blowing!” Ingredients: cooking spray 1 (15.25 ounce) package spiced cake mix (such as Betty Crocker®) 1 cup water3 eggs 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup semisweet chocolate […]
Pouring the batter into a hot skillet ensures a perfectly cooked, dark golden–bottomed crust with a fluffy, golden interior. To check for doneness, rely on the visual cues for browning—a cake tester will come out clean before the cake is cooked through. Ingredients: 3 large eggs How to Make It: Step 1: Place a 10-inch […]
Ingredients: 250ml/9fl oz double cream 4 tbsp limoncello liqueur 200g/7oz white chocolate, finely chopped 500g/1lb 2oz frozen mixed berries (unthawed) Method: Put the double cream and two tablespoons of the limoncello in a milk pan, and heat it until just about to come to the boil, but not actually boiling. Take the pan off the heat and add the white […]
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour sifted 1 cup butter about 2 sticks 1 cup granulated sugar white, sifted 1 cup brown sugar 3 pieces raw eggs 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup dates chopped 1 cup walnuts chopped Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt then mix well. Cream the butter in a separate mixing bowl and add the sugar (white and brown) while continously […]
This gorgeous French dessert recipe, traditionally made with cherries, gets a seasonal twist with sweet apricots and raspberries. The fruit is cooked in a light batter which becomes puffed and golden in the oven – serve warm with ice cream for a delicious summer treat. Ingredients: 50g butter, plus extra for greasing 375g apricots (about […]