Namoura is a Lebanese semolina cake, baked until golden, soaked in fragrant syrup, and topped with a single almond on each piece. It’s one of those sweets that instantly feels celebratory, and you’ll often see it cut into perfect squares or diamonds in Lebanese bakeries. When I baked it at home, the yoghurt gave a…
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Classic French Madeleines
Light, buttery, and delicately perfumed with lemon and vanilla, these little shell-shaped cakes are the essence of French baking. Resting the batter is the secret to their airy texture and signature hump. I’d been curious about baking madeleines for years, ever since a French friend served them at her daughter’s birthday party. She pulled the…
Moist and Nutty Date and Walnut Loaf Recipe
Date and Walnut Loaf is a timeless classic, cherished for its rich, natural sweetness and nutty crunch. This humble yet delicious treat has graced tables for generations, often served with tea or as a comforting afternoon snack. Easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s the perfect recipe for beginners and seasoned bakers alike….
Gluten-Free Orange and Almond Cake: Light, Airy, and Bursting with Citrus Flavour
This Gluten-Free Orange and Almond Cake is made with almond meal, fresh orange juice and zest and is naturally gluten-free. It has a light and airy texture that distinguishes it from other gluten-free cakes that can often comes out dense in texture . Plus, it’s incredibly simple to make, requiring just a few wholesome ingredients…
Moist Orange and Poppy Seed Cake with Citrusy Cream Cheese Icing
This Orange and Poppy Seeds cake is very nostalgic for me. Whenever I make it, I think back to my first part-time job. I was a young teenager in the 90’s waitressing part time while finishing high school. Orange and Poppy Seed Cake was one of the most popular items we used to sell. Customers…
Spiced Upside-Down Pear Cake
Indulge in the rich flavours of our Spiced Upside-Down Pear Cake, a dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe pears with a medley of warming spices. This cake offers a moist, tender crumb topped with caramelized pears, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. The texture of this Spiced Upside-Down Pear Cake is…
The Perfect Blueberry Cake Recipe
Guess what? It’s blueberry season, our favourite time of year! When these delicious but normally excruciatingly expensive little berries are in abundance and finally affordable. So, if like us you find it hard to walk past those ‘4 punnets for the price of 1’ deals you will probably be looking for some recipes to use…