Bircher muesli with caramelised apple
If you have fresh passion fruit, spoon some pulp over the muesli before serving. If preferred, replace natural yoghurt with milk. Note
Brown rice custard
Cook brown rice following packet instructions. More cooked rice can be added, if liked. To test whether a baked custard is cooked, insert the point of a knife into the centre of the custard. If it comes out clean, the custard is cooked. Note
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Bunny cupcakes
Make these bunny cupcakes as an Easter treat and let the kids help decorate them. Using marshmallows, liquorice, M&Ms to create the bunny faces, these cupcakes are just as delicious as they are cute.
Char-grilled capsicum and brie muffins
These are delicious served warm. To freeze, allow muffins to cool, wrap well or place in an airtight container, label and store in freezer for up to 1 month makes 12 Note
Chelsea bun scones
These dense, sweet scones are beautiful drizzled with a sweet icing glaze. Enjoy one with a cup of coffee for a delicious afternoon tea or mid-morning snack.
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Chocolate and caramel cupcakes
Makes 12 If prefered, top with choc chips or grated chocolate Note
Chocolate and peppermint souffles
Use any regular eating chocolate in these recipes, rather than cooking chocolate. Note
Chocolate meringues with coffee cream
Do not over-beat egg-whites before adding the caster sugar, as the foam will collapse. Always use a clean bowl and beaters when beating egg-whites, to achieve optimum foam. Note
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Coconut mango ice-cream
Makes 1 litre Peaches, nectarines or plums may be used in place of mangoes. Note
Coffee butterscotch tarts
Bake-blind by lining pastry cases with baking paper and filling with dried beans, rice or weights. Bake as directed. Pastry should be chilled (or rested) to help prevent shrinkage. These are best made the day before. Note
Coffee cupcakes
If preferred, you can use buttermilk or natural yoghurt in place of sour cream. Store in an airtight container. This cake also freezes well. Makes 12 Note
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Delicious apple squares
makes about 20 Note
Easter shortbread twists
makes 24 If the weather is hot, wrap dough in plastic wrap and chilli until easy to handle Note
Eggs benedict
Hot buttered English muffins, smoked salmon, and poached eggs are topped with a heavenly drizzle of homemade hollandaise sauce to create a delicious and indulgent brunch.
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Florentine slice
makes about 32 You can make this slice up to a week in advance. Store in an airtight container. Note
Marbled loaf
Test cake is cooked by touching the top lightly with your fingertip. It will spring back if ready. Or, insert a skewer into the centre of the cake; if it comes out clean and dry, the cake is cooked. Note
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Salmon, pea and cream fettucine
If liked, toss through a little chopped parsley. For a lighter version, use light evaporated milk. Snipped chives could be used in place of green onions. Note
Scrambled eggs on brioche with crabmeat
Cook scrambled eggs to desired consistency. Longer cooking will result in a thicker, more crumbly texture. Note
Sticky date puddings
Texas muffin pans are 3/4 cup in capacity. If preferred, use a regular 1/3-cup muffin pan and bake for 15-20 minutes. It will make about 8. Note
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Baked greek lamb stew
If liked, retain celery leaves and fry for 30 seconds to use as a garnish. Note
Baklava muffins
MAKES 12 If preferred, use 1/3 cup oil in place of butter. Note
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Cheese and dill blini with smoked salmon
These blini are also delicious with a little salmon roe added to the top. Note
Cheesy pasta bake with crunchy topping
Use any combination of cheese, such as brie, mozzarella and parmesan. Note
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Choc peppermint cupcakes
MAKES 12 These cakes freeze well. Decorate them after thawing. If liquid glucose is unavailable, you can use honey or warmed jam. Note
Chocolate pots
This can be made with milk or white chocolate in place of dark if you prefer. Try adding a touch of your favourite liqueur. Note
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Christmas cake ice-cream
Not sure what to do with your leftover Christmas cake? This recipe mixes it with vanilla ice cream, mixed spice and a dash of brandy. Just when you thought Christmas couldn't get any better!
Citrus souffle
Refresh your guests with this delicious citrus souffl� at dessert time. These beautiful souffl�s are comforting and taste amazing and are easier to make than you may think.
Double chocolate ice-cream
Makes 4 cups Note
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Muesli hotcakes
Don’t have the heat up too high as the hotcakes will brown on the outside but will be uncooked in the middle. Note
Peanut butter biscuits
MAKES 24 Spray a little oil onto the oven trays before lining them with paper, to make sure the paper doesn’t slip. Note
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Pecan and cranberry biscuits
MAKES 24 Store these biscuits in an airtight container. Note
Pecan liqueur tart
Flavour your whipped cream with 2 tablespoons of coffee-flavoured liqueur. Note
Quick cherry clafoutis
MAKES 4 Canned, fresh or frozen fruit can be used, but remember to drain all canned fruit well before using. Note
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Savoury french toast
Make a sweet version by adding 1 tablespoon icing sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (in place of parsley). Cook and serve with vanilla ice-cream. Note
Spiced semolina and honey syrup cake
MAKES 1 cake Store any leftover syrup in a sealed container in the fridge, and bring it to room temperature before serving. Store cakes in an airtight container. Note
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Tiramisu cupcakes
MAKES 6 Note
Two-toned mousse
If preferred, make this with one type of chocolate, or try three layers – milk, dark and white. Note
Vanilla footy cakes
MAKES 12 If you just want lovely iced cupcakes, use chocolate buttercream – simply sift 1/3 cup cocoa powder with icing sugar when making icing (Step 4). Note
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Baileys cheesecakes
You can top with sliced strawberries or any other fruit of your choice. Makes 8 Note
Baked brioche, plum and blueberries
Brioche can be replaced with thick cafe-style slices of fruit loaf, if preferred. Note
Baked yoghurt orange cheesecake
To caramelise orange slices, preheat grill to high. Slice 1 orange and arrange on a foil-lined grill tray. Sprinkle over 1/3 cup sugar to cover slices. Grill 5-8 minutes, until caramelised. Cool orange before arranging on top of cheesecake. Note
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Caramel cake
Buttermilk is lower in fat than milk, but you can also use skim milk. Note
Chocolate crepes
Indulgent and fluffy chocolate crepes - the all-round perfect and elegant dessert! To make an intensely rich dessert, layer a few fresh berries with whipped cream and grated chocolate.
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Chocolate hazelnut truffles
Makes 26 Note
Coconut cakes
This mixture also makes a single cake in a 20cm springform pan. You’ll need to increase cooking time to 40-45 minutes. Makes 24 Note
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Coconut ice-cream
The coconut flakes we used come from health food shops. If you like, toast them before serving by spreading them on an oven tray and baking in a moderate oven, 180°C, 4-5 minutes. Note
Coconut macaroon tarts
Makes 6 Note
Creamy rice pudding
Serve with a swirl of pouring custard for added decadence. Note
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Easy lemon coconut tart
If preferred, you can replace lemon with orange or lime. Note
Egg custard tarts
These delicious smooth egg custard tarts are so simple to make. With crisp buttery pastry and a creamy rich egg custard filling, it's no wonder that this dish has become a classic.
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Florentines
We used a mixture of dark and white chocolate. Lightly spray trays with a little oil, to keep the baking paper in place. Makes 24 Note
Fluffy cheese and mushroom omelette
Have everything prepared in advance and cook omelettes when ready to eat. Note
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Coconut impossible pie
Not suitable to freeze. Butter suitable to microwave. Note
Fruity slice
Makes 24 Note
Honey and date cheesecake
If a thicker crust is preferred, double the ingredients and continue as directed. Just remember that this will increase the fat and kilojoule count. Note
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Kahlua truffles
Store in airtight container in fridge for up to one week. MAKES 15 Note
Lemon custard drops
MAKES 30 Custard drops can be filled with jam, if you prefer. Note
Light chocolate cake
Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Note
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Macaroon slice
MAKES 20 Note
Mandarin cupcakes
MAKES 18 Note
Mango and lime loaf
Loaf is cooked when a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Note
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Nectarine and cherry tart
Heating the oven tray helps to cook the pastry base better. For best result, keep pastry ingredients cool. Note
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Parmesan and caraway muffins
MAKES 12 Store in an airtight container. Muffins freeze well for up to 3 months. Note
Passionfruit slice
For a clean cut, use a hot sharp knife, wiping the blade with a damp cloth between each cut. Note
Peach, raspberry and yoghurt slice
If fresh peaches are unavailable, use plums, nectarines or 4 drained and chopped canned peach halves. Note
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Quince trifle
Quince can be baked in an ovenproof saucepan or dish, ensuring sugar is dissolved and quinces covered. Place in a slow oven, 150°C, for 3-4 hours. Note
Smoked salmon roulade
If creme fraiche is unavailable, use sour cream. Fold egg-whites in very lightly, to avoid vase of volume. Note
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Best-ever cupcakes
You have never had cupcakes like these before – they are the best. We decorated them with passionfruit icing and topped each one with an edible flower.
Strawberry charlottes
Makes 4 Note
Berry queen pudding
We used mixture of small frozen berries, including raspberries, blueberries and blackberries. Avoid frozen berry mixes using strawberries as they may leak excess juice into the custard. Note
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Mocha mint chip cupcakes
MAKES 12 Note
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Sticky date pudding
This timeless dessert is brilliant served warm, drizzled with a indulgent butterscotch sauce. Accompany your sticky date pudding with whipped cream for the ultimate decadent delight.
Triple choc mega cookies
Bake these wonderful chocolate cookies to give as gifts or just for the family.
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Tuna and rice bake
Baked until flavours have fused and sprinkled with parsley - Sour cream and eggs are mixed together with tuna, rice, onion and spinach to create this scrumptious tuna and rice dish.
Upside-down pumpkin cake
You’ll need 1 cup pumpkin cubes for this. Note
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Semolina cake with pears and honey cream
Semolina refers to any coarsely ground grain, but most commonly wheat. It also describes a particular type of semolina made from ground durum wheat, which is a common ingredient in Italian and Moroccan cooking. Note
Raspberry crumble shortcake
This melt-in-your-mouth raspberry slice is a treat for morning or afternoon tea ... or whenever you need a fruity sugar fix.
Zucchini carbonara
Add onion and a little sliced bacon or ham to the mixture. Note
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Lemon shortbread from Quince Cafe – Foodies corner
Amazing lemon shortbread from Warkworth's Quince Cafe.
Coffee walnut fudge slice
This slice is perfect in the fridge and ideal for picnics and outdoor excursions. Ready in 15 minutes, serves 16.
Glazed lemon cake
Makes 1 very lemony, superbly light, moist sponge.
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Gingerbread
Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Note
Greek custard pastries
Galaktoboureko is the Greek name for this traditional sweet pastry. Note
