Desserts & Baking

Ginger & date pudding with Selati Sugar

Published on April 15, 2025

It’s malva pudding, but elevated! Cosy and comforting, this ginger and date pudding features a tang of orange for that citrus twist. Whether you’re enjoying it on a chilly evening or serving it at a gathering, use SELATI Sugar to make this delicious dessert – it’s sure to become your go-to sweet treat for any […]

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Kleicha 

Published on April 7, 2025

The national cookie of Iraq, eaten during Eid and at various celebrations during the year  Kleicha Makes 40 Ingredients 1/2 cup (250m1) warm milk  2 tsp (10ml) sugar 2 tsp (10ml) instant yeast 1 cup (250g) butter, melted  4 cups (600g) flour  1 Tbsp (15ml) nigella seeds 1/2 tsp (3ml) salt Whisked egg. for glazing  […]

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Baked honey and strawberry cheesecake 

Published on March 14, 2025

Cheesecake is the dish of the month and oh do we love a spoonful! Try this creamy baked honey and strawberry cheesecake on your next baking day.   Baked honey and strawberry cheesecake  Serves 8-10   Cool cheesecake at room temperature and then refrigerate to chill completely. This will deliver a deliciously smooth texture and avoid cracks […]

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Sweet treats that’s lighter than air

Published on January 23, 2025

Looking for something sweet in the summer heat? These treats are lighter than air and are sure to curb your cravings.   Flourless chocolate meringue cake  Serves 6  For a lighter cake, omit the meringue topping and simply dot with fresh raspberries.  Ingredients 230g chocolate, coarsely chopped + extra for serving ½ cup (125g) butter 6 […]

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Chocolate semifreddo log

Published on December 4, 2024

An Italian frozen mousse that is, in short, life-changing. The silky dessert has a ‘half frozen’ texture (as the name semifreddo suggests), so slice and serve quickly.  Chocolate semifreddo log   Serves 8-10  Ingredients 1 ½ cups (375ml) cream, whisked to stiff peaks 4 extra-large eggs, separated cup ⅔ (145g) castor sugar 2 Tbsp (30ml) hazelnut liqueur […]

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Frozen raspberry ripple cake 

Published on December 1, 2024

Show off this Christmas with frozen desserts that have ‘zero chill’ and don’t hold back.  This frozen raspberry ripple cake will be the highlight of your festive feast. Frozen raspberry ripple cake  Serves 12-15   The meringue that enrobes this cake will insulate the ice cream, keeping it frozen for longer so you can make a […]

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Peanut butter & chocolate blondies recipe

Published on October 23, 2024

Decadent, sweet and absolutely delicious! this blondies recipe will satisfy any sweet craving. Peanut butter & chocolate blondies Makes 16 Not a fan of peanut butter? Swap for a handful of chopped raspberries, or ripple with melted white chocolate. Ingredients 150g dark chocolate, chopped, plus extra for topping ⅓ cup sugar-free peanut butter 3 eggs […]

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Brownie bites with berry buttercream & candy floss recipe

Published on October 8, 2024

Don’t let the size fool you – when it comes to flavour, these canapés and treats pack quite the punch!    Brownie bites with berry buttercream & candy floss  Serves 8  Serve in small cupcake cases for easy serving and eating.  Ingredients 550g Ina Paarman’s chocolate brownie mix  125g butter, softened  250g icing sugar, sifted  2 […]

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Jan Braai’s apple tart in potjie recipe

Published on September 20, 2024

“I got this recipe from friends Louis and Anita and adapted it for a potjie on the fire years ago. There really is no trick to this one, it’s foolproof and a crowd pleaser every single time.” Apple tart in potjie  Serves 6  Ingredients For the filling   9 Granny Smith apples  1 lemon  ½ […]

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One-bowl spiced banana Bundt cake recipe

Published on July 8, 2024

Italians are all about simplicity. Enter our one-bowl wonder that saves you on time, while packing heaps of decadence.  One-bowl spiced banana Bundt cake  Serves 6-8  Ingredients 5 (about 450g) ripe or overripe bananas  4 large eggs  1 can (385g) condensed milk  ½ cup (125ml) melted butter  1 tsp vanilla  2 ½ cups (350g) self-raising […]

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