Raspberry

Make sure your cake pan is at least the same circumference as the top of your pudding basin, to ensure the ice-cream sits flush on the cake. If you have a blowtorch, you can use it to brown the meringue instead of baking it. Store cooled sponge wrapped in baking paper and plastic wrap in […]

Jordan Rondel banishes the flour and uses almonds and coconut to create beautifully textured baking treats

Berries give this breakfast an antioxidant punch. Honey has antibacterial properties, while the yoghurt’s active cultures help maintain your gut’s balance of good bacteria. Note

Vanilla bean sweet shortcrust pastry is sold at all good delicatessens. Note

Treat yourself to a cafe-worthy breakfast with these irresistibly fluffy buttermilk pancakes. Paired with fruity, creamy ricotta and drizzled in plenty of maple syrup, these pancakes are a weekend winner

Equipment Food processor; 22cm springform cake tin; baking paper; mixing bowl; electric beaters; wooden spoon; metal skewer or toothpick; fine sieve Melt chocolate: Break chocolate into small uniform chunks and place in a heatproof bowl(or double boiler pan if you have one). Find a bowl that fits snuggly your saucepan so no water can come […]

Use 6 slices crustless bread instead of Madeira cake to make a bread pudding. Don’t thaw berries, as they will ‘bleed’ into the custard. Add a dash of vanilla or coconut essence. Note

Stir raspberries into cake mixture while stilt frozen to prevent “bleeding” White Chocolate Ganache: Don’t overheat ganache; it will curdle. White Chocolate Ganache: Makes enough to cover a 20cm cake Note

Have icing sugar ready in a small sieve to dust souffles as soon as they come from oven. Use hazelnut meal (ground hazelnuts) instead of almond meal. Make your own meal by processing nuts until ground. Note

For a simple topping, combine 2 tablespoons white sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Sprinkle over porridge to serve. Try topping porridge with sliced bananas and yogurt, then drizzle with maple syrup. Note

For best results when moulding chocolate cups, spread melted chocolate on snap lock food storage bags. Plastic food wrap is too thin and difficult to handle. Note

Indulgent and moreish queen of puddings recipe by Recipes+ with creamy custard and raspberries, topped with soft chewy meringue that�s baked until golden � simply delicious.

Use scissors dipped in icing sugar to cut Turkish Delight. Note

Carefully separate eggs, making sure there is no trace of yolk in the egg white – egg white will not stiffen if it contains traces of egg yolk. Also, bowl and beaters must be clean and dry before beating egg white. If liquid seeps from the base, the meringue was either not cooked long enough […]

You can use ice-block moulds. Wooden ice-cream sticks are sold in craft stores. Note

Add juicy sweet raspberries to this banana bread recipe for a twist on this breakfast classic. This moist and sweet banana bread gets an extra zing from the added raspberries.

Clever idea: To melt chocolate for drizzling, chop chocolate, then seal in a small, resealable food storage bag. Place bag in a small heatproof bowl of boiling water; stand for 5 minutes or until chocolate melts. Remove bag from water carefully. Snip a small corner to drizzle. To add a Christmas touch, add some mixed […]

Health bite: Use 5 egg whites instead of whole eggs. Try blueberries instead of raspberries. Note

You’ll need 2 passionfruit. Note

To melt chocolate in the microwave, place chocolate in a small microwave -safe bowl. Microwave on High (100%) in 30-second, stirring, until melted and smooth. Note

Vegetables add a subtle flavour and texture to these tempting baking treats by Sophie Gray

Make ahead: Prepare biscuit dough and store in fridge for up to 2 days. Note

Low-GI fruit: Pears and raspberries have a low Glycaemic Index and add high-quality fibre to the diet. Ricotta: This cheese is great used in pastry instead of butter; it lowers the GI and the fat content. Low-fat custard, like yogurt, it has a low GI, so serve with your favourite dessert. Note

Raspberry clafouti is a classic and rustic French dessert that is like a baked custard-like cake that is incredibly moreish and indulgent dusted with icing sugar and served at once

This French inspired pastry-less tart is traditionally made with cherries. But we've used tangy raspberries in this delicious version.

Makes 4 Wrap cakes in plastic food wrap and freeze until required. Thaw at room temperature for a couple of hours. Berry sauce will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Ramekins are ideal for single serves. Ice-cube trays are ideal for freezing sauces. Just remove a few ice-cubes […]

These pikelets enter dessert territory with the addition of raspberry swirl ice cream and a dusting of icing sugar.

Combine dissolved gelatine and cream cheese mixture at the same temperature to prevent lumps from forming in cheesecake. Note

A quick meal or snack doesn’t get any easier than these vege-packed fritters

This decadent white chocolate mud cake recipe is extremely moist and rich - it almost melts in your mouth. Topped with raspberries this cake would be perfect for any special occasion.

Use fresh or frozen blueberries or sliced fresh strawberries instead of raspberries. Note

This moist and sweet banana bread gets an extra zing from the added raspberries. Make this bread ahead, then use for a quick and easy breakfast, toasted and spread with butter.

Use a small quantity of crepe batter to make a “practice” crepe and to season the pan. Note

Use a flat-based glass to evenly press crumbs over base of pan. Melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. When ready to serve, place cooled sauce in a resealable food storage bag; snip a corner, then drizzle over cake. Note

To remove excess moisture from raspberries, thaw on paper towels. Powder puffs are best assembled just before serving. Flouring the pans after greasing makes the sponges easy to remove. To flour, sprinkle greased pans with flour. Rotate pans to coat evenly. Discard excess. Note

White chocolate and raspberry chelsea scrolls

For an adults-only Summer cocktail, spoon sorbet into glasses and top with sparkling wine or clear spirits. Note

You can make ice-cream up to 1 week ahead; keep frozen. Cordial will keep in the fridge for up to 1 month. Note

Use 2 cups desiccated coconut instead of shredded. Try 1/3 cup warmed strained raspberry jam instead of frozen raspberries. Save time: Ice and coat cake in coconut a day ahead. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Whip cream and assemble just before serving. Note

You can use any flavour of berry jam you like To prevent water seeping into puddings during cooking, tightly secure foil lids using string. Don’t let overhanging foil touch the water bath. Using a jam of thin consistency will result in a thinner, more runny sauce. Don’t rush! When pouring sauce mixture over pudding before […]

Warm caster sugar by placing in baking tray in warm oven (160°C) for 2 minutes. Jamsetta is available from the baking aisle of any supermarket. To test if jam is set: Place a teaspoon of jam on a chilled saucer; cool. Push jam with a finger; if it wrinkles, it’s ready to bottle. Note

125g strawberries is half a punnet Note

Impress your friends with this delightful chocolate Swiss roll recipe with fresh raspberries and cream. This dessert is easy once you build up the courage to roll it!

Gluten-free chocolate cupcakes

This is best made a day in advance of serving. If you don’t want to use alcohol, replace the liqueur with fruit juice. Note

Can be made with milk chocolate in place of white. Note

Frozen berries may be used. Don’t overheat white chocolate as it will become hard and unusable. Note

Delightful and decadent chocolate Swiss roll recipe with fresh raspberries and cream. If desired, you can spread raspberry jam over the cake before adding the cream and berries.

Ensure condensed milk is at room temperature, for easy incorporation with the creams. Note

Use slightly under ripe fruit as it contains higher levels of pectin – this provides better results for setting. If your fruit is overripe. you may need to add extra dried pectin, such as jamsetta. Sterilise jars in boiling water for 10 minutes. Handling with tongs, place upside down on a baking tray. Heat in […]

To release bombes. wipe each mould with a hot, damp cloth or dip in hot water for a few seconds. Note

Slice loaf and freeze in individual slices – it’s great for lunch boxes. Note

In hot weather, soften ice-cream in the fridge to prevent it melting. Don’t worry if the bowl is not lined perfectly with the sponge. Note