Recipes & Blog
I have a vision: To bake a better world.
I warmly invite you to join me on that quest. I will be posting recipes here that have nostalgic meaning and a human story behind them and I hope they will inspire you as you join me on this journey.
The simple act of baking brings a deep sense of well being and happiness. It’s a simple act but a creative one which has a positive effect on mental health. When I am in my kitchen, I am focusing so much on what I am doing in that moment that I forget the stresses and strains that might be worrying me; it’s almost like meditation!
Having created something though, the circle still needs to be completed. And that’s where the sharing comes in …
I created Sharing Deliciousness based on an ethos to foster community and togetherness by sharing what we create. We live in a society where loneliness and isolation abound but by sharing what I bake, I believe it will go a long way in developing meaningful and long lasting relationships built on the foundation of love and concern for our neighbour.
So please join me as I imagine a world where sharing a piece of deliciousness is the catalyst to break down those invisible barriers, to make someone feel special or to rekindle or find new friendships?
Apple & fennel seed cake
While I don’t like liquorice, or anything with a strong aniseed taste for that matter, it was curiosity that got the better of me on this one when I saw apple being paired with fennel and thought, let’s give it a go. Well, I was amazed as to how much I loved the...
Potato buns
I love these buns! They are the easiest of things to make and very versatile. Enjoy them served warm with a bowl of soup or even as a simple apératif with your favourite tipple. And in case you need to know, they can be made gluten free too! Potato buns These are fun,...
Blood orange curd
I love the seasons and the variety of produce that they bring to our plates. We have recently been enjoying blood orange season. You've gotta love blood oranges right? The vibrancy of their colours and distinctive rusty coloured skins are...
Crunchies
These are a classic South African biscuit. Not only are they super easy to make but they are so delicious. They make a great gift for someone wrapped up in a cellophane bag with a ribbon too! Crunchies Easy South African traybake biscuits with coconut and oats Loose...
How to make homemade marzipan
I started making my own homemade marzipan some years ago when I realised how easy it was to make but more importantly, how much nicer it is than the bought stuff, in my very humble opinion. I hope you’ll find the same. Step by step instructions on how to make marzipan...
Stollen
Stollen is a real treat. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make. It is not only moist but full of the flavours of Xmas. I do make my own marzipan but you can always use bought if you prefer. My marzipan recipe is here. Stollen can often be dry and tasteless. The...
Moist gluten free Christmas cake
This is a beautifully rich, super moist, gluten free Christmas cake. It's got bags of flavour and keeps for months. My key success factors are these: one consistent low temperature throughout baking; covering the cake part way through baking with a cardboard...
Traditional rich Christmas cake
This is a deliciously rich, moist Christmas cake. It's a recipe that is like an old friend I love to say hello to every year. As I sat down to write this post, I looked back at the copious notes all over this recipe in my file. I knew it had been quite some...
Breakfast bread (Baguette Viennoise)
This is a delicious and easy to make bread enriched with milk, butter and eggs. It's called a breakfast bread but you could enjoy it at any time of the day I guess. But as it's enriched with butter and sugar, it's typically enjoyed at the start of the day. The four...
Easy focaccia bread
Who doesn't love a bit of Focaccia?! And I bet you can't stop at one little morsel?! It's so moreish! If you are just starting out with bread or a seasoned performer, this recipe is for you both. A really good extra virgin olive oil is key to the finishing...
The best pumpkin pie ever
I am not sure why this is called a pie. Strictly speaking, I would say this is a pumpkin tart because when I think of a pie, it has a filling inside. Be that as it may, this pumpkin 'pie' is sublimely delicious. I've used butternut squash for my...
Calvados infused apple cakes
These little apple cakes are sumptuous and bursting with autumn apple harvest flavour. The Calvados soaked raisins are an optional treat and add to the depth of flavour - but if you prefer, and if baking for children, you could susbstitute this for apple juice....
Bramley & Egremont Russet apple pie
Classic, deep filled apple pie
Gluten free walnut cake
I have very fond memories of growing up in Zimbabwe enjoying this cake. My Mum always had something in the cake or biscuit tin and this was one of my favourites. I remember the enjoyment of it with a cup of afternoon tea (or three!) with my family out in...
Walnut cake
I have very fond memories of growing up in Zimbabwe enjoying this cake. My Mum always had something in the cake or biscuit tin and this was one of my favourites. I remember the enjoyment of it with a cup of afternoon tea (or three!) with my family out in...
Chocolate chip & pecan cookies
These cookies have a fabulous depth of flavour – caramel, chocolate, butterscotch – and they take on a characteristic crispy edge but soft chewy centre which is down to a combination of using dark brown sugar, melting the butter and by allowing the sugars to dissolve...