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…
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Continue ReadingSticky Date Toffee Pudding with Salted Butterscotch Sauce anybody? Oh boy, this is dangerous. I’ve been wanting to make it for so long but didn’t want to have anything so ridiculous at home just for the two of us, so I had to wait for friends to come over for…
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Continue ReadingNo Bake White Chocolate & Lime Cheesecake—a dessert that’s as creamy, tangy, and indulgent as it sounds! If you love the zesty freshness of lime, the silky richness of white chocolate, and the buttery crunch of a biscuit base, then this is the recipe for you. The first time I…
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Continue ReadingVegan or Non-Vegan Banoffee Pie—the ultimate indulgent dessert! With a crumbly biscuit base, gooey salted dulce de leche, sweet ripe bananas, fluffy whipped cream, and a sprinkle of dark chocolate, this dessert has everything you need to satisfy your sweet tooth. If you’re on the lookout for a make-ahead dessert…
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Continue ReadingFive Spice Mini Pear Tarte Tatins—a perfect blend of Asian-inspired flavours with a rich, gooey, and flaky finish! I wanted a dessert that would keep the Asian vibes going after a dinner of Asian dishes, but also something that’s sticky, indulgent, and best served with a scoop of vanilla ice…
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Continue ReadingWow what a dessert! I’m not usually a big fan of puddings, at least not the store-bought ones, they always taste and feel quite artificial to me. But making it from scratch is a life changer, I promise you you’ll be making this for dinner parties and will truly impress…
