A wonderful combination of cheesecake and poppy seed cake in one bake! This time, instead of two even layers, the batters are marbled together – no shortcrust base needed. The cake is simply finished with a light icing on top. Moist, rich and wonderfully festive! It’s delicious and
A rich chocolate cake layered with walnuts, plum jam and a generous soak of rum syrup. A perfect winter bake. Chocolate is the dominant flavour, but the addition of walnuts and dark rum gives it a wonderfully deep character. The cake holds up well at room
This time, I wasn’t the one baking. Whenever my older daughter has a friend over, they often disappear into the kitchen and… bake. First, they choose a recipe from one of the cookbooks, then gather all the ingredients and equipment they need. These are their first steps in the kitchen
Another take on a flavour combination that’s already a favourite on the blog – alongside the Rocher meringue torte and Rocher cake, these irresistible chocolate hazelnut cupcakes simply had to happen. I made them for Children’s Day… don’t ask who ate the most ;).
This bubble tea cheesecake is a no-bake dessert with a light sponge base, generously filled with popping boba that burst in your mouth. They’re best known as a key ingredient in bubble tea (alongside tapioca pearls, often simply called “boba”). Unlike tapioca, popping boba
Delightful festive cookies packed with dried cranberries and white chocolate chips. Crisp on the outside and soft in the centre, they’re simple to make and turn out perfectly every time. A wonderful treat for the holiday season!
These “chocohotopots” are the most chocolatey pudding you can imagine. The tops bake into a delicate, slightly cracked crust, almost like macarons, while the inside stays molten, rich, and irresistibly gooey. Perfect for chocolate lovers and cosy
Charming “Forest Moss” cupcakes made from your favourite green spinach cake – no artificial colouring needed. Even if they didn’t make it in time for St. Patrick’s Day, they’re perfect for welcoming spring! With a hint of lemon and a light lemon cream, these mini treats are not only
For me, November smells like apples, nuts, spiced tea, and Scandinavian bakes… Like a squirrel, I stock up on nuts for winter ;). This maple walnut bundt cake was simply a must. A rich pecan-maple filling hidden inside a soft, buttery cake – there’s something truly special
A fantastic, rich poppy seed and coconut cake. It’s not your everyday bake – quite a few ingredients, a relatively small tin, but the flavour is truly outstanding! It disappeared while still warm, which doesn’t happen often in a house where baking is a regular thing.
Hazelnut latte torte is a hazelnut-coffee layer cake with a chocolate-hazelnut cream and a light whipped cream topping. Wonderful, elegant, and surprisingly simple to make. With its pronounced hazelnut and coffee flavours, it’s perfect for those
A vanilla cheesecake topped with a sweet, luscious caramel chocolate mousse – perfect for those who truly love indulgent desserts. This one doesn’t hold back on caramel sweetness – you simply have to embrace it! For the mousse, use proper caramel-flavoured
These Smarties cookies are perfect for birthday parties – not just for kids! Deliciously crisp, colourful, and filled with everyone’s favourite chocolate sweets, they’re guaranteed to be a hit. Whether you call them Smarties or chocolate lentils – you know exactly what we mean!
These Italian almond cookies are a variation of classic amaretti – deliciously chewy, slightly soft in the centre, and completely irresistible. You’ll find it hard to stop at just one! I made them in a mini version, they looked beautiful and tasted divine. Especially those baked
These wholemeal cookies with Nutella and hazelnuts are delicious, slightly healthier treats – perfect for little ones, though adults will love them just as much. They smell wonderfully of Nutella, are lightly crisp, and packed with nutty flavour. Ideal as a snack for long walks!
An absolutely irresistible carrot Bundt cake with ground almonds and a delicate orange flavour. Perhaps it’s time to start a new Easter tradition – serving this moist, aromatic cake with its beautiful golden-orange colour? The finely grated carrots blend seamlessly
If you haven’t yet managed to convince your children to try spinach cake – this might be the one that does the trick! This playful “watermelon” cake is made from a vibrant green spinach sponge, topped with a light whipped cream layer and finished with red strawberry jelly
An exceptionally delicious rolled poppy seed cake – truly the best recipe! Moist, soft, and staying fresh for days, it’s far better than anything you’ll find in a bakery. It has never failed me – this is my signature bake. This recipe makes 3 generous cake rolls (about 35 cm each).