Coconut ice is a traditional English treat which is easy to make and serves a crowd. It is a beautiful addition to your tea tray. Coconut Ice 3/4 cup/200g condensed milk ((I like low fat version))2 cups/225g icing sugar (shifted)2 cups/175g … [Read more...] about Pretty in Pink Coconut Ice
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Gorgeous Garden Cake
Garden cake historically was a thrifty way to use vegetables in creative ways in times of food shortage. My version is lower in fat and sugar. Actually, not a bad way to get your kids to eat their veggies and is a lovely cake to offer at your next garden party. Gorgeous … [Read more...] about Gorgeous Garden Cake
Neverfail Healthy Banana Bread
This is my go to banana bread recipe I make when our bananas start getting too ripe for our taste. To dress it up for tea I use chocolate or carob chips instead of walnuts and slice into finger lengths for the tea tray. Never Fail Healthier Banana Bread This is my go to … [Read more...] about Neverfail Healthy Banana Bread
Easy Peasy Rock Cakes
Harry Potter fans in your household will recognize these. It was Harry’s favourite tea treat. Essentially they are sweet little biscuits and quite tasty at that. Easy Peasy Rock Cakes Harry Potter fans in your household will recognize these. It was Harry’s favorite tea … [Read more...] about Easy Peasy Rock Cakes
Super Easy Portuguese Custard Tarts (Pastel De Nata)
If you need to find a use for egg yolks, portuguese custard tarts are a one dessert to try. If you have purchased them in a bakery you will be pleasantly surprised how little it costs to make. Essentially you prepare a custard, pour into puff pastry shells, bake and finish under … [Read more...] about Super Easy Portuguese Custard Tarts (Pastel De Nata)