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Macarons are always a favourite amongst my family and friends when I make them.  I thought I'd share this recipe with you.  But instead of making my usual macarons with a white chocolate ganache, I made these using a buttercream filling instead.  Also, I thought making the macarons look like watermelon would be fun as I'm missing summer days at the moment. Not only did they turn out looking like watermelons but they tasted delicious. Macarons do not require many ingredients but making them can be tricky to get right. I've use this recipe every time I make them and each time, they have turned out perfect with the little feet at the bottom of each macaron shell.  I must confess that I did have one batch in all the times I've made them which did not turn out. I hope you give this recipe a try.  You will be happy with the end product and you will impress your family and friends. Happy Baking xo Watermelon Macarons *Please note - castor su...

These super light and fluffy lemonade scones are so easy to make, with only three ingredients.  I remember when I first made them, I couldn't get enough of them.  They were quick to make and were so good with cream and jam straight from the oven. This recipe is a hit with my family and friends.  I can't remember the last time I made just plain scones.  Give this recipe a try and it will be one of your favourite recipes to go to for an easy bake. Happy baking xo Lemonade Scones Ingredients · 2 cups self-raising flour · ⅔ cup lemonade (cold) · ⅔ cup thickened cream Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 220°C. 2. Line baking tray with baking paper or sprinkle flour over the baking tray. 3. Place flour into a large mixing bowl and make a well in the centre. Add lemonade and cream. Using a butter knife mix until just combined. It should still be soft and st...

One of my signature bakes is your traditional melt-in-the-mouth biscuit known as Yo-Yos or Melting Moments.  Yo-Yos are traditionally made with custard powder whereas Melting Moments are made with cornflour.  I thought I would share some of my favourite recipes with you over time. I'm starting off with Melting Moments but I didn't want to make the traditional ones so I decided to try a new flavour.  Mini Raspberry Melting Moments.  I love to bake goodies in mini or bite-size so you can enjoy it without feeling like it's too much and you can always have seconds or thirds. First time baking this new flavour and it turned out so delicious.  Try out this recipe and you will not be disappointed. Happy Baking xo Mini Raspberry Melting Moments Ingredients · 250 grams butter, softened · 1 teaspoon vanilla extract · 1-2 teaspoons raspberry paste (Queen brand) · ⅓ cup icing sugar · ⅓ cup cornflour · ...

I remember the first time I had a fudge brownie it was from Mrs Fields.  She makes the best cookies and brownies.  Her fudge brownies are like eating a chocolate bar.  Brownies are easy to make and I love the smell it leaves throughout the house.  It smells so good. What I love about making brownies is that if you overcook it, it still taste delicious.  Instead of having a fudge brownie you end up with a cakey brownie.  That's hopefully if you didn't eat most of the raw brownie mixture before putting it into the oven. Happy Baking xo Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Ingredients · 200gm dark chocolate, chopped · 250gm butter · 1¼ cups brown sugar · 4 eggs · ¾ cups plain flour · ¼ teaspoon baking powder · ⅓ cup cocoa powder Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. 2. Line a 17cm rectangle brownie tin with baking paper. Making sure to extend the baking paper about 2cm over the tin....