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Poached pears with chocolate sauce and hazelnut crumb

Published on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025 by Teresa Ulyate3 Comments

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

Published on May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 by Teresa Ulyate4 Comments

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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Self saucing chocolate whiskey pudding

Published on June 20, 2019 by Teresa Ulyate8 Comments

I could think of few better desserts to whip up as I sit here on this chilly day wearing four layers and my thickest socks! When the temperature drops and the rain clouds roll in you’ll want to head to the kitchen and whip up this self saucing chocolate whiskey pud – trust me on this one!

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4 Ingredient homemade chocolate spread (refined sugar free)

Published on October 10, 2018October 11, 2018 by Teresa Ulyate27 Comments

I am so excited about today’s recipe, and if you are a chocoholic like me then I am sure you will be too! In our house we like to keep a jar of chocolate spread at the back of the pantry cupboard for those occasional Saturday mornings when we have pancakes for breakfast. While I feel it’s ok to enjoy chocolate spread as an occasional treat I like to start the day on a wholesome note and am conscious that said chocolate spread is not the healthiest thing for the family to be eating first thing in the morning! So when I discovered a healthier version that I could make easily at home I was over the moon.

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Rosé poached pears with white chocolate sauce

Published on December 13, 2017 by Teresa Ulyate6 Comments

Let’s talk desserts guys. More specifically, light summer desserts that would look great on your Christmas table. I do love traditional Christmas desserts, the rich puddings in all their fruity, custardy glory, but I know that these are not everyone’s favourites and not really suited to our hot South African Christmas. Enter the summer pear!

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Chocolate buckwheat crêpes and a chat with Sarah Graham

Published on November 29, 2017November 29, 2017 by Teresa Ulyate3 Comments

I have a special treat for you today as not only am I sharing a new recipe but we are also chatting to fabulous local foodie Sarah Graham! A born and bred Zimbabwean now living in Joburg Sarah started a food blog in 2010 which launched her into the food world’s limelight, but her foodie journey started long before that (more about that in the interview!).

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Recipe round up: 15 chocolate recipes you need to try!

Published on November 8, 2017May 23, 2018 by Teresa Ulyate2 Comments

It’s no secret that I am a chocoholic, and chocolate recipes are always very popular with my lovely Cupcakes and Couscous readers. So I decided that I would round up fifteen of the best chocolate recipes all in one post, yum! I have included something chocolatey to suit everyone, whether you are avoiding refined sugar, vegan or up for a fully loaded, indulgent treat. (Don’t forget to let me know which is your fave!) Without further ado let’s jump in. Continue reading “Recipe round up: 15 chocolate recipes you need to try!” →

Mini chocolate and almond croissants

Published on March 30, 2017September 29, 2017 by Teresa Ulyate7 Comments

Hello foodies! I do hope the week has been treating you well, and if not hang in there as the weekend is just around the corner. And weekends mean brunch, and what is brunch without a few tasty pastries? I do love a good croissant every now and then, but did you know how easy it is to make them yourself? This week I am showing you how!

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