Cakes & cupcakes

Mar
19

Easter Tree Decorations

easter tree full sizeHang these rabbit, egg and chick biscuits on a few branches of spring blossom for an instant edible display. Children will enjoy baking and decorating these delicious biscuits by Fiona Cairns… and not a chocolate egg in sight! They’d go down very well at any Easter party.

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Feb
28

Bitter Chocolate & Malt Tart

This chocolate and malt tart recipe from chef Simon Hulstone  produces a smooth and decadent dessert. It is an ideal way to finish a dinner party (you might perhaps leave some for the kids too). The secret is to use the best chocolate you can get, while the Horlicks gives the tart a lovely malty flavour.

 

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Feb
07

Valentine’s Day Sweet Treats

They say that the way to a person’s heart is through their stomach, so put your apron on and make a few sweet treats for Valentine’s Day. You can then take these to work or to school, to share with friends… and perhaps even with that someone special.

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Sep
27

Squashed Witch Cupcakes

We think that this upside-down cupcake recipe from the creators of Everything Oz will be an amusing addition to the feast on your Halloween party table. Don’t tell any passing witches or they may cast a spell on you first! This makes 12 cupcakes.

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Sep
06

Children’s Party at Home Part 3: Hansel & Gretel Cookie Cake

In her final post in this 3-part series, Fiona Faulkner shares a great recipe and expert advice for keeping the food easy when hosting a party for the kids at home. She suggests that you save yourself time and stress and host an informal picnic on an old blanket on the carpet, or serve food in party boxes to keep mess to a minimum.

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Jul
10

Strawberry and Champagne Cupcakes

When we think of summer, strawberries are quite often at the top of the list of seasonal produce to look forward to. Here is a brilliant cupcake recipe from Peggy Porschen, perfect for a garden party in the British summer. Alternatively, have a tea party with friends.

 

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Jun
09

Lemon and Raspberry Cupcakes

This is a very simple and light cupcake from Peggy Porschen that tastes refreshing on a summer’s day. The combination of lemon and raspberry creates a perfect balance and cuts through the sweet cream cheese frosting. This recipe makes approximately 24 cupcakes and would be perfect for an afternoon tea party, a hen do or a baby shower.

 

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May
29

Sandcastle Ice Cream Cake Recipe

Get set for the summer with this fantastic ice-cream cake idea from our friends at Salcombe Dairy. This delicious recipe is perfect for keeping cool at an outdoor celebration. Bring all the fun of the beach to your party table and spread a little Devon sunshine….just make sure that everyone eats it up quickly, before it melts!

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