Desserts & Baking

J’Something’s healthy coconito brownies

Published on May 11, 2017

    Coconito brownies MAKES 12 INGREDIENTS 120g dark chocolate (70% cocoa) 2 ripe avocados ¾ cup coconut sugar 2 tsp instant coffee, dissolved in 2 tbsp hot water 2 tsp vanilla essence 2 large eggs ½ cup coconut flour ½ cup cocoa Pinch salt METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray […]

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Poached pears

Published on May 6, 2017

They are quick and easy to make, oh-so-delicious and comforting. Is there any better winter dessert than humble spiced poached pears? Ours are even more special because you can poach them in the oven, which means less time spent standing in front of the stove for you.

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Peach tart

Published on April 29, 2017

You will not believe how easy this tart is to prepare and it will look absolutely amazing on your table. Not to mention that fact that’s it’s truly delicious with its combo of peaches, winter spices, honey and vanilla.

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Bacon and beer bread

Published on April 15, 2017

The braai weather is almost gone so take advantage and squeeze one in this weekend. Make this beer bread to accompany your vleis. It’s really quick to make and doesn’t require any of the efforts of a traditional bread, but it still offers all the flavour.

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Berry and oat crunchie bars

Published on April 8, 2017

These treats are a powerhouse of antioxidant- and energy-rich berries, plant protein and sheer deliciousness. Add a tin of condensed milk into the mix, and no one will be able to resist our crunchie bars.

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Caramel apple pie

Published on March 18, 2017

As much as we like to get fancy in the kitchen, we love nothing more than a lovely, comforting, classic bake. And nothing screams homely quite like an apple pie straight from the oven. Who’s with us?

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Plum galette with blue cheese, walnuts and thyme

Published on March 11, 2017

Because pastry. Take advantage of the end of the stone fruit season with this gorgeous plum galette recipe that also just happens to be perfect for the beginning of autumn. And this just wouldn’t be a MyKitchen recipe without a surprisingly delicious flavour combo – we are sure our additions of blue cheese and thyme will blow you away.

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Twin chefs cooking for the love of food, PLUS their ABC home-made froyo

Published on March 5, 2017

They came. They cooked. They conquered. That is the motto of twins, Lebo and Tebo, who are cooking their way through the kitchens of Pretoria with their success in hosting pop-up dinners for those who enjoy quality food in the comfort of their own homes. In addition to that, they are regular contributors to food magazines, have cooked for the...

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Pumpkin bread with honey

Published on March 4, 2017

There really is nothing better than a lazy weekend filled with good old fashioned baking. And with that in mind, we bring you a good old fashioned bake. Pumpkin bread is lovely with the slightest sweet taste that pairs perfectly with melting honey. Finish off with a drizzling of honey and you’ll be in heaven.

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Happy National Milk Tart Day! Plus our top 3 creative milk tart recipes

Published on February 27, 2017

Because if not, why not, right? We’ve all tried it, we all love it, and it reminds us of home. With a crisp shortbread crust and a milk-custard filling (made with plenty of eggs to achieve that light texture), it’s so classically perfect, it more than deserves a day all to itself.

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