We used a ‘Fleur de Lis’ Bundt pan, but any 12-cup, 25cm Bundt tin will do the trick.

Macha & white choc marble cake 

Serves 8-10 

Ingredients

2 cups (400g) sugar, divided
1 cup (250g) butter, softened
4 large eggs
1 cup (250ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
2 tsp (10ml) vanilla extract
3 cups (450g) cake flour
2 tsp (10ml) baking powder
¾  tsp (3.5ml) salt
2 (24g each) matcha latte sachets, stirred with ¼ cup hot water
Green food colouring
150g white chocolate, melted + extra for decorating
White chocolate-covered malted balls, for decorating 

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180°C, positioning your oven rack to the lower level.
2. Whisk together sugar and butter for 3 minutes, scraping down the bowl every minute.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating between each addition before adding the next.
4. Pour in the buttermilk and vanilla, whisking through.
5. Sieve together flour, baking powder and salt, then whisk through batter for 30 seconds or until completely incorporated. Divide batter in half. 
6. Stir matcha through the one half, followed by a small drop or two of green food colouring. Stir melted chocolate through the other half. 
7. Thoroughly grease a 12-cup, 25cm Bundt tin with baking spray. Add a small handful of flour and move the tin to spread it all around, knocking it up the sides and middle.  Invert the Bundt tin to remove the excess flour. 
8. Add alternating spoonfuls of the green and white chocolate batter to the tin until filled, then use a knife to roughly swirl through the batter to create a marble effect.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean. (Cover the top with foil if browning too quickly.)
10. Cool cake in the tin for 30 minutes, then unmould to cool completely. 
11. Decorate with extra melted chocolate and top with malted balls. Slice and serve.

What is a Bundt tin?

Bundt tins as we know them today are an interpretation of the German ‘Gugelhupf” pan – a 16th century German cake that stood much taller and used yeast as a leavening agent. In 1950s America, a group of German-Jewish immigrants approached Nordic Ware, a Scandinavian cookware company, and proposed a tin that resembled the original Gugelhupf cake (theirs had to be left behind when fleeing Europe during the second world war). Once created, the history, memories and traditions steeped in this cake could once again be enjoyed, and the newly trademarked Bundt tin sky-rocketed into popularity. These days, the tins are available at various price points and materials, either as an accessible everyday buy or as a special investment.

Recipe & styling: Sjaan Van Der Ploeg
Photography: Zhann Solomons

Also read: How to make a stunning layered honey cake 

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Sourdough is having a moment, and you don’t want to miss it! From a croissant sourdough loaf to yummy sourdough matcha bagels these viral recipes made with a sourdough starter are taking over kitchens everywhere. 

1. Sourdough croissant loaf 

Yes, you read right! A crunchy, buttery croissant bread? Yes, please! The viral collab of a sourdough loaf and a croissant has taken TikTok by storm – and we are here for it. For this delicious recipe you’ll incorporate cold butter during when you do the stretch and fold stages to create a flaky, buttery soft layers. Yum! 

@chels_field Replying to @Kat Zhu Croissant Sourdough Recipe 100g sourdough starter 350g warm filtered water 500g bread flour (I use @King Arthur Baking ) 10g salt 1 stick cold butter (grated) 1. In a medium-sized bowl, add your active sourdough starter and water. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula. 2. Add the flour and salt. Mix with spatula and then use your hands to make sure it’s mixed thoroughly. This will take a few minutes. You will want to make sure there are no flour clumps left. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure that everything is incorporated into the main dough. 3. Cover and let sit for one hour. NOTE- This hour begins as soon as you begin mixing your dough together, NOT after you have completed the mixing and coil fold steps. 4. After the hour is up, you will start your coil folds or stretch and folds. 5. Grate the cold butter and place into the dough during your second coil fold. 6. When you are finished, place the plastic cover over the bowl, and allow the dough to rest for 30 mins 7. Perform a total of 4 rounds of coil folds (or stretch and folds) each 30 minutes apart. 8. Allow the dough to bulk ferment until it is fully proofed. The amount of time will vary depending on the temperature of your house, your dough and the climate you are in. (Use the below table for timing and 9. Once your bulk fermentation is finished you will do a preshape. To pre-shape, you will do circular motions, scrape the dough under itself and toward yourself to create a round, tight ball of dough. The goal is to create a uniform ball of dough with smooth, tight surface tension. 10. Cover the dough and allow it to rest for about 20 mins. 11. After the dough has finished its bench rest, use the bench scraper to flip the dough upside down onto your counter. The part of the dough that was touching the counter during the bench rest should now be 12. Very gently stretch the dough at its corners to create a square or rectangle shape. 13. Grab the bottom of the dough and fold it up ward, then grab the right side and flip over to the left, left over to the right, pull the top of the dough down to the center. 14. Stitch the dough by pulling the sides and cross crossing over each other (shown in the video) 15. Then roll the dough up like a burrito and place into your banneton. Cover and put in the fridge for at least 12 hours or up to two days. 16. Next day, preheat your oven to 500 degrees with your Dutch oven inside for 25 minutes. 17. Once preheated, take your dough out of the fridge and place onto parchment paper and score the lo 18. Place into the preheated Dutch oven for around 23 mins with the lid on. 19. After 23 mins, remove the lid and turn the oven temp to 450 and bake for an additional 8 minutes. time will vary depending on your oven) Or until your internal dough temp reaches 200 degrees Fahrenheit. #sourdoughbread #sourdough #sourdoughstarter #sourdoughforbeginners #sourdoughtok ♬ som original – andressaressam

2. Sourdough cereal 

Add some sugar, spice (and the sourdough starter, of course) to make a delicious cinnamon toast crunch cereal. This yummy breakfast cereal is buttery, flaky, and perfectly sweet. This viral recipe is popping up on everyone’s For You pages – and it’s a breeze to make. Once cooled down, just add milk and voila! 

@lauragettle This was a first try at Simplicity and A Starter’s Homemade Sourdough Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal. I’d say it was a success, and it was so easy which is always a bonus! My 2yo gobbled it up! #sourdough #sourdoughdiscard #sourdoughstarter #homemade #cereal ♬ original sound – Laura | MultiPassionate SAHM

3. Sourdough matcha bagels 

This one is definitely for the bagel-obsessed! It was only a matter of time before matcha made its appearance in the sourdough world – and we could not have imagined a tastier way! The naturally sweet, nutty and clean flavour of matcha adds another layer of depth to your bagel. You can pair it with toppings like cream cheese and creamy avocado. Are you a sweet tooth? Opt for toppings like honey or jam. These bagels are chewy, soft and rich with matcha flavour in every bite.   

@jeshastevens Replying to @daveearly3 matcha swirl sourdough bagel. Bagel recipe will be up monday #sourdough #sourdoughbread #bagel #bageltok #sourdoughstarter #stpatricksday ♬ Love on the Brain (Originally Performed by Rihanna) [Instrumental Version] – Hit The Button Karaoke

Photography: Fresh Living Magazine 

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Another day, another TikTok recipe that goes viral and some questionable drinks make the rounds on social media. Get ready to shake, stir, and sip your way into these drink trends that really are worth trying! 

1. Matcha hot chocolate    

From strawberry to creamy chocolate – it’s inevitable that matcha will pop up on your ‘For You Page’ on TikTok. The naturally sweet and nutty flavour of matcha adds another layer of depth to your usual hot chocolate experience. Did you know that matcha aids digestion and contains many antioxidants? So, there’s no need to feel all too guilty about gulping down your new favourite hot drink!  

@tachepistachio matcha white hot chocolate season is here Ingredients: 1 cup pistachio milk Splash of vanilla extract Half of a white chocolate bar, chopped 2 tsp ceremonial grade matcha powder Toppings: Mini marshmallows, matcha powder, shaved white chocolate Instructions: 1. In a saucepan, combine milk of choice, vanilla extract, and chopped white chocolate. Place over low medium heat and stir until smooth and all the chocolate has dissolved. 2. Once smooth, add sifted matcha powder. Whisk everything together using a handheld frother. 3. Pour into a mug and top with mini marshmallows, more matcha powder, and shaved white chocolate. #matcha #matchalatte #matchalover ♬ last xmas – kpopvrycs⁷

2. Dalgona coffee 

Who can forget the famous Dalgona coffee that went viral circa 2020? This trend quickly became a staple in our kitchen – and for good reason. And all you need is water, sugar and instant coffee. Whisk it together until it turns into a fluffy cloud. Add ice and milk to enjoy this yummy, sweetened caffeine treat.  

@mxriyum Revisiting 2020 with this dalgona recipe using my trusty SMEG hand blender :,) #smegpartner #MySMEGKitchen ♬ original sound – Mxriyum

3. Bone broth hot chocolate 

Bone broth in your hot chocolate? Yes, that’s right! Bone broth hot chocolate may be a more unorthodox way of making your delicious chocolatey drink. This trend started floating around on TikTok with mixed reviews on the popular social media app. But what is the reason for this bone broth twist? Some say it is more nutritious than its more traditional (and downright delicious) alternative. And some reviews even say you cannot even taste the bone broth. You’ll have to decide for yourself. 

@thrivewithcandice Replying to @Emma Drooks | Holistic Health the easiest gut supportive drink for the colder months !! #bonebroth #bonebrothrecipe #bonebrothhotchocolate #gutfriendly #guthealthy ♬ original sound – Candice

4. Orange juice expresso 

Looking to mix up your regular morning cuppa? Orange juice espresso made its rounds on TikTok – and people did not hate it! What is it? This viral drink combines your two favourite morning drinks into one. The perfect (and interesting) kick start to your day!  

@morningmatters_ Would you try this drink? Bumble coffee is two part oranje juice and one part espresso. Try it with a sweet OJ and delight yourself with this refreshing sweet drink. #bumblecoffee #coffeedrinks ♬ original sound – morning matters

Image: Pexels 

Also read: Try these 3 viral TikTok milk recipes 

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Matcha is a green tea that became popular in 8th century China and has been used widely in both Chinese and Japanese culture ever since. We share easy ways on how to use matcha.  

Going Green

It has recently been introduced into western culture and is often enjoyed as a latte but is traditionally brewed with water. Matcha has a unique savoury, earthy taste, and many health benefits.  

It is also often used in cooking and baking to add extra depth to dishes. Want to switch up your pastas or create a delicious butter or dip? Include matcha to the mix and you will not be sorry! 

Matcha pancakes with whipped coconut cream

SERVES 4–6 // COOKING TIME 40 min  

Give your pancakes a flavour – and health – boost with just one tablespoon of matcha. 

INGREDIENTS

For the pancakes
2 cups flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp matcha
½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
2 eggs
5 Tbsp sugar
1½ Tbsp coconut oil, melted, plus extra for frying
1 tsp vanilla essence 

For the whipped coconut cream
400 ml coconut cream, refrigerated overnight
1 cup icing sugar
Toasted coconut flakes, to serve 

METHOD

For the pancakes
1. Sift together the flour, baking powder, matcha and salt.
2. Whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, coconut oil and vanilla essence.
3. Make a well in the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients, whisking until smooth.
4. Heat the coconut oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add 2 Tbsp batter and fry for 2 minutes, then flip and fry for 2 minutes. 

For the whipped coconut cream
1. Separate the thick white coconut cream from the clear liquid.
2. Whisk the sugar and vanilla essence into the coconut cream.
3. Serve the matcha pancakes with whipped coconut cream on the side and a sprinkle of coconut flakes. 

Matcha Muffins

matcha powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg 

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 180°C.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the matcha, salt, baking powder and flour.
3. In a separate bowl, mix butter, sugar, eggs until light and fluffy.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the butter-egg mixture. Mix to form a soft batter.
5. Spoon the batter into a greased muffin tray and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre of a muffin comes out
6. clean.
7. Serve warm.  

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Have you hopped on the matcha bandwagon yet? It’s a deliciously green healthy treat and just the thing to wake you up in the morning. We rate you give our matcha pancakes a whirl this weekend. You won’t be sorry!

SERVES 4–6 // COOKING TIME 40 min

INGREDIENTS
For the pancakes
2 cups flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp matcha
½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
2 eggs
5 tbsp sugar
1½ tbsp coconut oil, melted, plus extra for frying
1 tsp vanilla essence
For the whipped coconut cream
400 ml coconut cream, refrigerated overnight
1 cup icing sugar
Toasted coconut flakes, to serve

METHOD
For the pancakes
1. Sift together the flour, baking powder, matcha and salt.
2. Whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, coconut oil and vanilla essence.
3. Make a well in the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients, whisking until smooth.
4. Heat the coconut oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp batter and fry for 2 minutes, then flip and fry for 2 minutes.
For the whipped coconut cream
1. Separate the thick white coconut cream from the clear liquid.
2. Whisk the sugar and vanilla essence into the coconut cream.
3. Serve the matcha pancakes with whipped coconut cream on the side and a sprinkle of coconut flakes.

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