Somehow this year has flown by and we are nearing the end of 2015, and more importantly, the greatest excuse to eat as much food as our stomachs can handle – Christmas. One of the reasons I make these desserts is so I can eat MORE of something. For example – would you rather have a few bites of a normal Christmas dessert, or a few slices? We all know…
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Years and years ago, I once worked for a bakery who made the most delicious strawberry sponge cakes (all sponge cakes to be exact). It was the standard cake at all of my family’s birthdays – not only for its light and fluffy texture – but also for the lovely presentation that could never go wrong. The pink icing against the natural sponge filled with cream – what’s not to…
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So it’s no secret that I LOVE cake. I will use any excuse for cake, and when I know something is only sweetened with bananas and dates, that’s all the convincing I need before I delve in and devour the entire thing. I’m not saying you…
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I can never get enough of apples. They are so sweetly delicious on their own – and even better in dessert. Last week I felt like something fruity, soft and spongy – so I created these Clean Spiced Apple Muffins. A great one for spring – and even better to bring to your friend’s dinner party (I will have one of these over a TimTam, thank you). As you bite…
Read More...It didn’t take me long to get into the Valentine’s Day spirit with this cute cake for two. With only less than two weeks away, it’s definitely not too early to start thinking about what you’re going to surprise your loved one with. Perhaps it’s your significant other or your best friend, whoever your 2015 Valentine is, this cake was created to be enjoyed with that someone special. Rich in…
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You would assume chocolate cravings would subside after all the festive eating habits, however for some it’s the opposite. If you’re fighting the sugary urges, this recipe is for you! Chocolate lovers will enjoy this decadent Nutella Pie with it’s cacao base and creamy Nutella centre mixed through with crunchy hazelnuts. Every chocoholics dream. This gorgeous dessert is perfect for entertaining, or if you need a little chocolate hit –…
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There’s two days to go until Christmas and I have been so excited to share this festive recipe! I not only created this recipe for the silly season, but to also celebrate Coconut Revolution’s organic certification for their Coconut Oil that almost always makes an appearance in my desserts. This yummy Rocky Road is made with natural ingredients and features delicious raspberries and macadamias with a sprinkle of edible flowers for…
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Each year my family makes a variety of Christmas desserts that are usually devoured within 48 hours of completion; this includes a very famous marshmallow log & chocolate hedgehog Christmas tree. Inspired by both, I created a clean Christmas Hedgehog Slice that would be devoured just as quickly as the sugary kind, and it was a big success! Guilt free thick chocolate mixed with almonds and walnuts for a biscuit…
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Ah, it’s that time of year again… boozy 3-course dinners followed by rich desserts and an even bigger hang over the next day. It’s difficult to stay on track during the silly season, so I’ve created weekly delicious, healthy treats for the lead up to Christmas – this yummy Christmas Fruit Slice the first of the bunch. For anyone who eats a little too much fruit cake/fruit slice during the…
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Oh gosh, I have already made 2 batches of these brownies in two days. I am warning you – these are extremely addictive! It was a chilly day in Melbourne when I created this recipe, and I wanted to indulge in something warm, chocolaty and gooey, and success! There is nothing sweeter than taking the first bite into the soft brownie centre filled with chunks of baked banana and chocolate as…
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Ah, summer fruits, how I have missed you so. Although I am very aware that I am not in the presence of the sunny season in Melbourne just yet, I wanted to create something fruity and delicious to serve after a hearty BBQ or a treat to enjoy while laying in the sun. These Strawberry & Vanilla Slices have a moist, spongy texture enhanced by the smooth strawberry cream. Sweetened by my favourite ingredient, rice…
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I know what you’re thinking; what is Baobab cream? Firstly, Baobab is an African super food that has recently launched in Australia by the awesome people at Rawsome Foods. I was shocked when I learnt that Baobab has DOUBLE the antioxidants of Acai Berry and DOUBLE the calcium of milk. Needless to say, I was more than intrigued to taste this super food and it definitely did not disappoint with…
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