Mango and coconut ice cream sandwiches

A plate of ice cream sandwiches

 

With the holidays just about in full swing, let’s turn our attention to an indulgent sweet recipe. These seasonal mango and coconut ice cream sandwiches are playful, summery and made for our warm Christmas holidays when desserts should be cold, creamy and a bit of fun.

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Cookies and Scream mini cheesecake pots (no bake)

Mini Halloween cookies and cream cheesecake pots

 

These spooky mini cheesecake pots will add a playful touch to Halloween indulgence, and if you’re looking for a sweet treat to enjoy today then look no further! Layers of creamy white chocolate cheesecake meet crushed Oreos for that classic cookies and cream magic, and it’s all packed into a mini dessert that you definitely won’t want to share. Did I mention that this is a no-bake dessert? So simple to assemble! They’re rich, indulgent and delightfully spooky in the best way possible.

 

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One bowl gingerbread and white chocolate blondies

Board of gingerbread blondies with white chocolate

 

I love the spiced flavour of gingerbread, and these gingerbread and white chocolate blondies capture it perfectly, wrapped up in chewy, chocolate-studded squares. Rich and beautifully spiced, these blondies evoke the flavour of classic gingerbread without being overpowering. Just right as a late winter treat to enjoy with a hot cuppa.

 

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Poached pears with chocolate sauce and hazelnut crumb

Poached pear with chocolate sauce in a bowl

 

This post is sponsored by Bash. Recipe, images and copy are my own.

Today, I’m sharing an elegant and irresistible winter dessert that’s rich, warming, and just a little indulgent. Poached pears are often overlooked but they’re surprisingly simple to prepare and absolutely stunning when plated with a luscious chocolate sauce and a crunchy, nutty crumb. This is the kind of dessert that feels special enough for guests, yet easy enough to throw together on a cosy weeknight.

 

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2 Minute microwave hot fudge sauce

Sauce being poured over a stack of flapjacks

This post is sponsored by Bash. Recipe, images and copy are my own.

Mention the words “hot fudge sauce” and immediately I think of rich, chocolatey deliciousness. This quick recipe is perfect for dessert emergencies or spontaneous chocolate cravings, and in my opinion is better than store-bought sauce. I remember making a similar recipe as a child and drizzling the sauce over vanilla ice cream – the best! So, it was time to recreate that food memory and I’m so pleased with the results.

 

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Chocolate and pear crumble cake

Chocolate and pear cake image and recipe

 

This week, we’re diving into a cosy bake that’s just right for tea time gatherings or as a birthday spoil. My husband and I celebrate our birthdays this week so a cake theme seemed fitting! This one’s a goodie – soft chocolate cake meets juicy and sweet pears, all topped with a crispy and buttery chocolate crumble. It’s a cake recipe that brings simple elegance to your table.

 

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How to build an irresistible Autumn grazing board

Photo of an autumn grazing board

 

In Cape Town at this time of the year the weather keeps us on our toes – you never quite know what you’re going to get. Overall it’s milder, the days are sunny and the evenings are cooler (my idea of heaven)… with the odd scorcher, sudden downpour or balmy evening snuck in between. Basically, in this in-between season, we need to be ready for anything!

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Easter Basket cupcakes

A photo of Easter cupcakes

 

Holidays like Easter bring out my inner child. I love the egg hunts (you’re never too old in my opinion), the treats, the pastel colours – it’s hard not to get excited! Of course, having kids keeps that magic and excitement alive and these adorable Easter basket cupcakes are the perfect holiday baking project for them to enjoy.

 

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