Published on October 23, 2026

This 19th-century fridge cake has stood the test of time. It’s the perfect make-ahead treat that will always impress.  Makes 1x 21cm cake  Ingredients    2 packets (200g each) ladyfingers biscuits  For the chocolate mousse:  2 tsp gelatine powder 2 Tbsp cold water 2 slabs (150g each) dark chocolate, chopped ½ cup milk 2 eggs, […]

Published on October 22, 2026

From soft, naturally sweet banana muffins to crunchy rusks, these two sorghum bakes offer a fresh take on homemade favourites, perfect for breakfast or your next tea-time spread.    Sorghum Banana Muffins  A versatile muffin mix with a subtle banana flavour. Use the same gluten-free batter for a loaf or rusk (see right). We made […]

Published on October 21, 2026

For an ode to the traditional, cook rice pudding along with ⅓ cup raisins.  Serves 4  Ingredients   ¼ cup Cremora powder 2 cups milk 2 cups leftover cooked white rice ¼ tsp salt ⅓ cup brown sugar + extra for serving 2 Tbsp (30g) butter + extra for serving 2 tsp vanilla extract Ground […]

Published on October 14, 2026

 For extra flavour, sprinkle a layer of sugar onto each slice of banana and toast with a kitchen torch to brûlée, then top with whipped cream.   Makes 1x 25cm tart   Ingredients   1½ packets (200g each) Eet-Sum-Mor biscuits ¾ cup (150g) melted butter  For the caramel:  1 cup (250g) butter 1 cup (200g) treacle sugar, […]

Published on October 14, 2026

Nostalgic home-made birthday cakes are making a comeback, and we are totally here for it! They’re more affordable and, in our opinion, much more fun than the store-bought variety. Here’s how to make two sporty cakes from scratch using a sheet tray or two round cakes. It’s a hole-in-one, if you ask us.      […]

Published on October 13, 2026

For a stronger thyme flavour throughout the cake, poke all over with a skewer once baked and pour syrup into the holes to be soaked up.  Serves 6-8  Ingredients    ½ cup canola oil ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla essence 1 tsp (5ml) almond essence 2 large eggs 13 cups (250g) […]

Published on October 8, 2026

 Our take on the SA favourite, with a pop of sprinkles to add some fun colour. We recommend doubling the recipe, because these will be gone in a flash!  Makes 9  Ingredients     For the batter:  ½ cup (120g) butter, at room temperature ½ cup (110g) castor sugar 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla essence 2 […]

Published on October 7, 2026

 This ice cream has the perfect real mint flavour – no essence needed! We added a tiny drop of green food colouring to enhance the subtle natural green flavour.   Makes about 3L    Ingredients     For the mint ice cream:  30g mint, leaves picked 4 cups whipping cream 300g dark chocolate, melted 1 tsp cocoa […]

Published on September 23, 2026

 Planning a picnic? Fill your basket with easy homemade nibbles from braaibroodjie scrolls to sweet Biscoff treats.     Braaibroodjie scrolls   Planning a picnic is all about keeping things simple, portable and delicious. Feel free to add your favourite store-bought treats to this incredible selection of homemade nibbles that are easy to prepare ahead […]

Published on September 16, 2026

This cake is one of the most viral recipes I’ve ever posted on my social-media pages. People went crazy over this cake and rightly so, because it is deliciously decadent. Turning one of South Africa’s favouritedesserts into a sponge cake was an inspired idea and I have no regrets.  Makes 1 × 20cm round cake  […]