16 sweet pumpkin dessert recipes
Pumpkin is good for so much more than soup! Try whipping up these delicious dessert recipes like pumpkin pie, tart, cake and more. Warming and gently spiced, these desserts are perfect for cooler weather.
12 decadent cheesecake slice recipes
Marry two of your favourite desserts into one delicious treat with these decadent cheesecake slice recipes. From fruity combos to chocolate numbers, you're sure to love these sweet bites
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Tasty savoury muffin recipes
Breakfast on the go, lunch box filler, speedy snack - is there anything savoury muffins can't do? These tasty recipes feature all your favourite flavours, plus some new combos you're sure to love.
Kahlua latte cheesecake
In this recipe Kahlua is baked into a creamy white-chocolate cheesecake and topped with fluffy, coffee-flavoured mascarpone cream and smashed Ferrero Rocher chocolates. Photography by Jani Shephered/Gatherum Collectif
Ricotta and salami lasagne
At only $4.20 per serve, this wonderfully comforting ricotta and salami lasagne recipe is perfect for the whole family to enjoy for a delicious weeknight meal
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12 tempting banoffee pie recipes
Creamy bananas, luscious cream, decadent toffee - oh how we love banoffee! Here are our best banoffee-style recipes, including pies, trifles, slices and a decadent party cake with salted caramel and chocolate.
24 ginger desserts to spice up your life
Cakes, slices, biscuits, puddings - ginger adds a gently-spiced kick to all your favourite desserts. Try these recipes next time you need a warming treat
The very best peppermint dessert recipes
There's just something about the combination of peppermint and chocolate. Discover our best dessert recipes including peppermint slices, cakes, and patties
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Get baking with these oaty recipes
Hearty, healthy and budget-friendly, oats are one of nature's wonder grains. Add fibre-rich oats to biscuits, slices, muffins and more with these recipes
Fantastic fennel recipes
Give this underrated vege a chance to shine with these fennel recipes! Bright, fresh and with a delicious aniseed flavour, fennel is perfect in salads, pasta, gratins and more
Treat yourself with these marshmallow recipes
No other dessert compares when you want to indulge in a sweet, pillowy-soft treat. From s'mores to slices - these marshmallow recipes are here to satisfy that sweet tooth
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Easy loaf cake recipes
Everyone loves simple, no-frills loaf cake. From banana loaf to nut loaf, these recipes are sure to go down a treat at your next morning or afternoon tea
Individual meringue nests
Filled with yoghurt and topped with diced kiwifruit and a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds, this individual meringue nests recipe is a great way to enjoy this classic dessert
Mini Christmas puddings with brandy butter
Tis the season for Christmas pudding! This delicious mini Christmas puddings recipe with brandy butter is perfect for the festive season!
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Pineapple, ginger and chocolate loaf
Treat yourself with this pineapple, ginger and chocolate loaf recipe. It's drizzled with dark chocolate and topped with glacé ginger for a truly decadent finish
Apple cinnamon rolls with caramel cider sauce
This apple cinnamon rolls recipe creates the ultimate baked treat. Serve warm drizzled with gooey homemade caramel cider sauce
Summer vegetable bake with cheesy spinach topping
Set out a big dish of Nici Wickes' vegetable bake, along with some crusty bread and a green salad, and you’ve got a wonderful seasonal, vegetarian meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious!
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Pomegranate-glazed chicken drumsticks
For a delicious weeknight meal try these beautifully flavoured pomegranate-glazed chicken drumsticks that are great served with couscous
Loukoumades (Greek doughnuts) with honey and cinnamon
Deep fried until deliciously golden, these scrumptious Greek doughnuts with honey and cinnamon are perfect served for an indulgent dessert or afternoon treat
Honey and mustard glazed ham
This beautifully flavoured honey and mustard glazed ham will be the perfect way to compete the dinner table this Christmas
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High country pie
Perfect served during the cold winter months, this incredibly comforting high country pie is perfect for the whole family to enjoy for a delicious weeknight meal
Fresh salmon and creamy leek strudel
This incredibly scrumptious fresh salmon and creamy leek strudel recipe is delicious served with a dollop of crème fraiche mixed with some horseradish sauce and chopped herbs.
Lemon and gin cake with white chocolate buttercream
This impressive lemon and gin cake is sure to be a hit at your next sweet occasion, especially with its gorgeous white chocolate buttercream icing. Decorate with edible flowers and enjoy
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Gingerbread houses
This recipe for gingerbread houses creates a kid-friendly project that will get everyone into the Christmas spirit.
Chocolate mud cake with dark chocolate ganache
When you're in the mood for a decadent dessert, you can't look past this chocolate mud cake recipe. Dense, moist and covered in dark chocolate ganache, this cake is a chocolate lover's dream
Crackling roast pork with apple cider gravy
This beautifully flavoured crackling roast pork with apple cider gravy is perfect for the whole family to enjoy for a delicious weeknight meal
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Classic roast chicken with sage stuffing
This beautifully golden roast chicken with sage stuffing is perfect for the whole family to enjoy for a flavour packed weeknight meal
Boiled iced fruit cake
This wonderfully moist boiled iced fruit cake is great dusted with icing sugar or topped with a lemon flavoured icing and enjoyed for afternoon tea with a hot cupa
Baked stuffed red onions
Filled with exceptional flavour, these delicious baked stuffed red onions are great served with roast meats or served with sliced ham
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Apple scone cake
This apple and scone cake recipe creates a delicious afternoon tea treat that's perfect for sharing. Enjoy in thick slices with a dollop of thickened cream or yoghurt
Raspberry jelly with white chocolate panna cotta
Two sensational desserts combine in this stunning raspberry jelly with white chocolate panna cotta recipe. Serve at your next dinner party for a showstopping finale
The Cashmere Club’s pork belly
Christchurch's The Cashmere Club shares the recipe for their famous pork belly. Serve with creamy potato mash and steamed green beans for a delicious family meal
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Sticky malt loaf
This scrumptious sticky malt loaf recipe is great spread with butter and enjoyed for morning or afternoon tea with a hot cup of tea or coffee
Pear and toffee tart
Often overlooked in favour of the apple, pear is a delightful fruit that looks as good as it tastes. This indulgent pear and toffee tart recipe is the perfect autumnal dessert
Golden kumara-topped pies with minted lamb
This wonderfully comforting recipe for golden kumara-topped pies with minted lamb is fantastic enjoyed for a flavoursome and satisfying weeknight meal during the cold winter months
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Tasty turkey sausage rolls
Nici Wickes' turkey sausage roll recipe creates an irresistible snack for all ages. Filled with nuts, fruit, veges and spices, each sausage roll is a perfect little packet of flavour
White-choc layer lamingtons
This lamington recipe is a taste of dessert heaven! Caramel lamingtons are sandwiched together with whipped cream and Mars bars, then topped with white chocolate. Drool!
Nutella lamingtons
Nutella addicts rejoice! Your favourite spread has paired up with your favourite baked treat. This lamington recipe is a must-try for any serious dessert lover
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Peanut butter toffee popcorn lamingtons
You've never seen lamingtons like this before. This recipe brings a Kiwi classic into the 21st century with the addition of peanut butter, decadent toffee and moreish popcorn
Celebrate plums with these delicious recipes
We can’t get enough of juicy, succulent plums! Celebrate this gorgeous stone fruit with our best recipes starring fresh plums. From savoury sauces to sweet cakes, here are 16 delicious ways to enjoy plums
Cumin, coriander and fennel pork roast with baked apples
Indulge in a real taste of autumn with this cumin, coriander and fennel pork recipe. Roasted with apples, this dish is delicious served with braised red cabbage
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Chocolate, beetroot and cream cheese brownie
Beetroot and chocolate? Who would've thought! This delicious recipe creates a dense, moist brownie packed with dark and white chocolate chunks and swirled with cream cheese
Prawn, chive and coriander dumplings
Create your own dumplings from scratch with this easy recipe. Serve these prawn, chive and coriander dumplings with soy sauce and sweet chilli sauce
Festive chicken terrine
This chunky, rustic French-style chicken terrine recipe is perfect for Christmas lunch or dinner. Serve with picked vegetables, mustard and crusty bread for a simply delicious festive dish
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Peach, vanilla and crème fraîche pie
Nici Wickes' peach pie recipe is so quick and easy to make, even if you make your own pastry. The vanilla-scented peaches combine beautifully with the slightly tart crème fraîche
Meringue swirls
Meringues get a colourful makeover with this vibrant meringue swirls recipe. Perfect for parties, birthdays or a special treat, these sweet swirls are sure to impress
Kumara and gruyère gratin
A French classic gets a Kiwi update with this delicious kumara and gruyère gratin recipe. Serve as a comforting side dish alongside your Sunday roast
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Family mince and vegetable pie
It doesn't get better than this mince and vegetable pie recipe. It creates a warming, delicious family meal - complete with quick homemade flaky pastry
Pukeko Junction Café’s baked cheesecake with berry couli
Pukeko Junction Café’s baked cheesecake is famous for good reason! Irresistibly creamy and drizzled with homemade berry couli, their recipe is a must-try
Northern Thailand jungle curry
Give your next dinner a kick with this Northern Thailand jungle curry recipe. Flavoured with tamarind, ginger and red curry paste, this pork dish is perfect for cool nights
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Hot-smoked wasabi and maple salmon
It doesn't get much better than this hot-smoked wasabi and maple salmon recipe. Watch this video and see how to create your own hot-smoked salmon from scratch
Chocolate date mousse
Medjool dates are the key to making this chocolate date mousse recipe pop. The caramel undertones and naturally sweet flavour of these dates also means this dessert contains no refined sugar
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with minted pea pesto
Transform the classic Kiwi lamb roast into barbecue fare with this slow-roast recipe. Lamb shoulder is paired with a homemade minted pea pesto and served with seasonal veges. A must-try this summer
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Plum upside down cake
This plum upside down cake recipe is a must-try while this juicy stone fruit is in season. Serve this lightly spiced cake with a generous dollop of silky cream or ice cream
Feijoa, apple and coconut cake
This wonderfully light and fluffy feijoa, apple and coconut cake is fantastic served for dessert or enjoyed for afternoon tea with a hot cup of tea or coffee.
Espresso Garden Cafe’s gluten-free harvest slice
Espresso Garden Cafe’s gluten-free harvest slice is famous for good reason! This recipe is packed with nuts, seeds, coconut and chocolate to create a moreish slice that's a match made in heaven with your afternoon cuppa
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Butterscotch steamed pudding
This delightful butterscotch steamed pudding recipe is exceptional enjoyed for dessert on chilly nights. Be sure to serve with a jug of silky custard on the side for liberal drizzling
Rolled stuffed turkey breast with port and plum compote
Want to enjoy turkey this festive season but don't want to commit to a whole bird? This rolled stuffed turkey breast recipe is the perfect option for Christmas lunch or dinner
Orange and almond cakes with citrus mascarpone
This delightful orange and almond cakes recipe sounds fancy, but it really is so simple to make. Pair with citrus mascarpone for a perfect creamy finish
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Mecca Café Viaduct’s chicken lasagne with pumpkin and spinach
Mecca Café shares the recipe for their tasty chicken lasagne with pumpkin and spinach. Serve with a fresh green salad and enjoy the taste of cafe faré at home!
Venison and cranberry pie
This venison and cranberry pie recipe is taken to delicious new heights with the addition of homemade short pastry. Serve for a comforting family meal that's just a little bit fancy
Strawberry rosewater meringue ice cream with compote
Try your hand at creating everyone's favourite cooling dessert from scratch with this easy ice cream recipe. You'll love the combination of juicy strawberries, fragrant rosewater and sweet meringue
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Chicken caprese tart
This clever recipe takes classic caprese salad and transforms it into a delicious tart. With a quinoa crust and a creamy chicken filling, this low-carb tart is a must-try
NY-style very-berry cheesecake
Baked cheesecake is a such treat and the tartness of blackcurrants balances the richness of this traditional New York-style recipe
Pip’s bacon meringues with Milo cream
These little bacon meringues with Milo-dusted whipped cream are one hell of a delicious thing. The combination of salty bacon with sweet, malty Milo is a must-try. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif
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Sourdough mousetraps with whipped feta cream and roasted tomatoes
Cheesy, marmitey mouse traps are a classic family favourite. This recipe has all the traditional elements with the deliciously grown-up addition of whipped feta and vine-ripened tomatoes. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif
Gingerbread peach pavlovas
For a delicious variation on the classic Kiwi dessert, try these scrumptious gingerbread peach pavlovas that will leave your loved ones satisfied this Christmas.
Glazed ham with caramelised pineapple and parsnips
Nici Wickes nail a Kiwi Christmas classic with this delicious glazed ham recipe. Baking chunks of fresh pineapple and sweet parsnip with the ham while it cooks makes for a great accompaniment
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Your complete Christmas Day menu
Celebrate Christmas in style with this delicious festive menu! From ham and turkey to sides and desserts - we've got your Christmas Day lunch or dinner sorted from start to finish thanks to Countdown
Rhubarb and custard pavlova
Christmas just isn’t Christmas without pavlova. Nici Wickes has dressed up this recipe with the wickedly good combo of rhubarb and custard, as well as strawberries and cream. It is knock-out fabulous!
Oyster puffs
Nici Wickes makes oysters go a long way with these puffy little fritters! This oyster puffs recipe is perfect for entertaining. Serve sprinkled with parsley alongside lemon slices and plenty of mayo
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Caramelised pork and kumara bites
Nici Wickes' caramelised pork and kumara bites make for sweet and juicy mouthfuls of perfectly soft pork atop red cabbage and sweet potato. This recipe is always popular!
Homemade corned beef platter
Nici Wickes' corned beef recipe is perfect for entertaining. Serve as part of a platter for a “build your own snack” option for feeding a crowd. It saves you time fiddling with little canapés
Sweet and sour pork belly with apple slaw
This recipe is the perfect example of why sweet and sour is the ultimate flavour combination! Paired with crispy pork belly and a fresh apple slaw, this dish is a must for your next barbecue
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Orange and dark chocolate Christmas slice
This decadent, moist orange and dark chocolate Christmas slice recipe is a great way to welcome the festive season into your household. Plus, it makes a delicious change from traditional cake!
Cauliflower and broccoli au gratin
Cheesy, crunchy and golden - is there anything better than gratin? This wonderfully comforting cauliflower and broccoli au gratin recipe is the perfect side dish for your next family meal
Roast maple vegetables
This delicious roast maple vegetables recipe combines hearty pumpkin, baby beets, potatoes and parsnip with sweet maple syrup. A fantastic side dish for your next roast
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Pavlova wreath with mascarpone cream
This scrumptious pavlova wreath recipe adds a fun twist to the classic Kiwi Christmas treat. Top with mascarpone cream and plenty of summer berries to create a showstopping festive finale!
Ginger and mustard glazed ham
Ham is a Christmas staple - and this ginger and mustard glazed ham recipe is set to be your new favourite! The classic combo of ginger, pineapple, brown sugar and Dijon mustard is sure to satisfy
Pineapple and mustard glazed ham
This pineapple and mustard glazed ham recipe takes this festive favourite to delicious new heights! It will definitely be the centrepiece of your Christmas table this festive season
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Stained-glass cake
This gorgeous stained-glass cake recipe creates a show-stopping dessert that's a must on Christmas Day! Enjoy with friends and family during the festive season or share as a beautiful gift
Gingerbread guys and gals
This moreish and gently spiced gingerbread guys and gals recipe makes the perfect morsels to enjoy this festive season! Share as gifts or enjoy as part of your Christmas dessert spread
Chocolate fruit mince tarts
Add a chocolatey twist to a Christmas classic with this chocolate fruit mince tarts recipe! Delight your family and friends with this perfect sweet treat for the festive season
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Modern Christmas cake
This wonderful recipe sees moist, fruity Christmas cake topped with cinnamon buttercream, fresh figs and pistachios! It's the perfect dessert to enjoy with friends and family during the festive season
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Chocolate rocky road Christmas wreath cake
Looking for a deliciously different way to celebrate Christmas? This indulgent chocolate rocky road Christmas wreath cake recipe is just the ticket! Serve post-feast or enjoy in the festive lead-up
Smoky paprika chicken with saffron rice
This smoky paprika chicken recipe is perfect for dinner served with flavoured saffron rice, lemon wedges and plenty of parsley. Try it tonight for a delightful family meal!
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Tear and share herbed bread wreath with roasted red pepper dip
Give a Christmas classic an edible edge with this delicious recipe idea! This tear and share bread wreath is perfect for festive entertaining, especially with this creamy roasted red pepper dip
Christmas fruit mince chocolate tart with spiced meringue
Combine two festive favourites with this deliciously indulgent dish! This Christmas fruit mince chocolate tart recipe is the perfect post-feast treat - try it for a dessert with a twist
Hasselback potato gratin
Golden, crispy potatoes, herbs and plenty of lush cream come together to create this delicious hasselback potato gratin recipe. Serve as the perfect side dish to complement any meal
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Pincushion turkey roast
This pincushion turkey roast recipe is so easy to prepare and cook. And because it’s a boneless roast, it’s a cinch to carve! You'll love the cherry, sage and sausage stuffing
Cranberry and orange glazed ham
Impress your loved ones at Christmas and make a feast with this succulent cranberry and orange glazed ham recipe. Post-festivities you can store it in the fridge in a damp pillowcase while you work your way through it!
Chocolate courgette fudge cake
Chocolate and courgette, who would've thought? This tender courgette fudge cake recipe has a good chocolate flavour, there's no hint of the courgettes. They just help keep the cake moist, while adding some nutritional goodness
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Bliss kisses
This fun recipe is basically a cross between an Italian cookie and a bliss ball. These bliss kisses are a wonderful homemade gluten-free Christmas gift that can be made two or three days in advance
New York chocolate brownie
The brownie’s sweetness is balanced by a vanilla-laced cream cheese filling. Make two days before Christmas for gifts; it freezes well, too, and can also be enjoyed as a warmed dessert with berries
Honey nougat ice cream cones
This Cointreau-laced, delicately soft nougat ice cream cones recipe is only for grown-ups so make sure you’ve got a tub of ice cream handy to fend off your kids
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Hazelnut and chocolate ice cream cake
This hazelnut and chocolate cake recipe has two really dark (but still light in texture), chocolatey sponge layers interleaved with ice cream and topped with a meringue crown
Semifreddo with brandy butter sauce
This recipe for semifreddo with brandy butter sauce combines the warming winter flavours of a traditional British Christmas pudding into a cooling chilled dessert
Spinach, kale and gorgonzola tart
This stunning tart recipe is easy to make and will go down a treat at your next brunch or lunch. The mixture of the three cheeses, paired with spinach and kale, is a perfect marriage of flavours
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Classic Chelsea buns
Recreate a glorious bakery specialty with this recipe for soft, sweet, doughy Chelsea buns! Glazed in sticky apricot jam and drizzled with pink-tinted icing, these buns are a sure-fire hit!
Blackberry and apple cake
This wonderfully moist and deliciously sweet blackberry and apple cake recipe is fantastic served for morning or afternoon tea with loved ones. Be sure to enjoy with a hot cup of tea or coffee!
