Also known as domino cake or church window cake, this almond flavoured checkboard style confection was named in honor of the 1884 marriage of Queen Victoria's granddaughter Victoria to Prince Louis of Battenburg. Because of anti-German sentiment in Britain in World War 1, the … [Read more...] about Downton’s Battenburg Cake
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Downton’s Madeleines
These seashell-shaped French tea cakes were a customary addition to the afternoon tea tray at Downton and were kept in biscuit jars by the beds of Ladies Mary, Edith and Sybil for late-night snacking. They were also a favourite of Matthew, whose middle-class upbringing showed … [Read more...] about Downton’s Madeleines
Simple Cream Cheese Frosting
It is easy to make your own cream cheese frosting, which tastes incredible on carrot and spice cakes. Simple Cream Cheese Icing It is easy to make your own cream cheese frosting, which tastes incredible on carrot and spice cakes. 1 package full-fat cream cheese (room … [Read more...] about Simple Cream Cheese Frosting
Individual Spiced Carrot Cakes
Up your Easter entertaining by creating individual carrot cakes for dessert, soaked in syrup and topped with candied carrots. You can make the cakes and candied carrots a day or so ahead and do the final assembly the day of. Individual Spiced Carrot Cakes Up … [Read more...] about Individual Spiced Carrot Cakes
The Delicious History of English Easter Biscuits
With Easter just around the corner, it's time to explore the delightful tradition of Easter biscuits, which have their roots in the rural regions of western England. These delectable Easter cookies have been a beloved part of Easter celebrations for centuries, and their history … [Read more...] about The Delicious History of English Easter Biscuits
