I’ve made this recipe 3 times within the past 2 weeks. It’s probably the most delicious and rewarding treat you can bake from overripe bananas. In fact, I’ve started to …
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Red velvet layer cake with cream cheese frosting
There are few things as lusciously tempting as a beautiful layered red velvet cake with creamy frosting. I was recently asked to revisit this classic cake for Roodeberg’s Classic Rosé …
Pistachio, raspberry & white chocolate biscotti
I recently had the privilege to create an exclusive biscotti pairing recipe for Stellenbosch Hills‘ brand new release Muscat de Hambourg – a collector’s item, now with an updated look. …
Homemade hot cross buns with dark chocolate & cardamom
Friends, the Easter weekend is here and I would love to share this homemade hot cross bun recipe with you. I didn’t think that it was possible to get so …
Chocolate espresso cake
Is there anything in the world more tempting than a decadent, freshly baked piece of chocolate cake served with a cup of freshly brewed quality coffee? I recently teamed up …
Sticky toffee pudding with figs and walnuts
A week ago, Le Creuset SA launched their brand new colour, Fig: a warmer shade of violet with beautiful brownish hues – you can see the colour best (in its …
Almond financiers (a step-by-step guide)
A few years ago, I discovered almond financiers while shopping at Joostenberg Deli. They produce a wide range of French-inspired pastries within their bakery, also including madeleines, croissants, etc. These …
A simple white bread loaf (with video)
I’ve had many requests for posting a simple bread recipe, so here it is. A simple white bread loaf that doesn’t need any special tools (other than a mixing bowl …
Oat and bran digestive cookies
Baking is a form of self-care for me. It’s one of my happy-place activities, something I do when I really have time on my side, not feeling rushed or restrained. …
Chocolate chunk cookies
Nine years ago, one of my first blog posts was a recipe for chocolate chip cookies by Sannie Smit. Although the photograph showed that I still had a lot to …