For the past few years, I’ve baked an apple pie for my father-in-law’s birthday based on his mother’s recipe—with a few of my own tweaks. Nothing beats the smell and taste of warm apple pie fresh from the oven, I mean… come on! Think buttery pastry, sweet apples, cinnamon, rum-soaked raisins, creamy almond paste, a scattering of almond flakes, and a big dollop of freshly whipped cream. It’s comfort baking at its absolute best. I’ll be honest—the pastry gave me a bit of trouble this year thanks to the heatwave in Amsterdam, so she’s not the prettiest pie I’ve ever…
Baking & Pastries
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Continue ReadingA perfect autumnal dessert (or lunch, in my case!). This Spiced Pear Galette is everything you want in a cosy, seasonal bake—flaky, buttery pastry, tender caramelised pears, and warm, fragrant spices. Best of all? It’s incredibly easy to make. Since I already had pie crust in my freezer, all I…
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Continue ReadingWarning! Addictive White Chocolate Snickerdoodle Blondies on your radar! Once you try these buttery, chewy, slightly salty snickerdoodle blondies studded with chunks of white chocolate, they’ll be all you can think about. These are really soooo good! What makes it a snickerdoodle? (I seriously love that word.) It’s that irresistible…
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Continue ReadingFlakey, golden puff pastry filled with melted brie and roasted green asparagus—how amazing does that sound? These Brie & Asparagus Puff Pastries with Thyme & Lemon Honey are the perfect combination of crisp, buttery layers and rich, creamy cheese, making them an irresistible summery lunch dish or even a show-stopping…
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Continue ReadingAlmond, Lemon & Blueberry Cake. Yotam Ottolenghi did it again! This cake is everything you want in a weekend bake—bright, tangy lemon, a moist, dense almond cake, and juicy blueberries bursting into every bite. As the blueberries bake, they ooze their sweetness into the zingy lemon icing, making it pure…
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Continue ReadingNeed a quick and delicious side for your soup? These Spiced Crispy Flatbreads are ready in just 5 minutes, packed with warm, toasty spices, and are seriously addictive. I used store-bought flatbreads from my local Turkish bakery, making this an effortless yet flavour-packed addition to any meal. A simple drizzle…