Sweet Treats

French Macarons for #SundaySupper

Posted by Katy on Apr 14, 2013 in #SundaySupper, Features, Sweet Treats | 36 comments

They adorn a thousand window displays. Endlessly versatile, they are drama queens in sugar and almond form. They are the veritable stars of French patisserie. Allow me to present French Macarons – or Macaroons, to give them their anglicised name – especially for this Movie-inspired #SundaySupper. Our Director/host is Heather of girlichef – and it’s safe to say that the theme completely captured my imagination.

Mini-Egg Easter Cupcakes

Posted by Katy on Mar 29, 2013 in Features, Sweet Treats | 4 comments

Easter is the perfect excuse for reliving childhood baking – you can get away with all the chocolatey, icing-ey wonderfulness that you are generally made to feel guilty about for the rest of the year. These Mini-Egg Easter Cupcakes are gratifyingly simple, and licking the spatula is not just permitted, it is more or less obligatory.

Valentine’s Bakewell Tarts for #SundaySupper

Posted by Katy on Feb 10, 2013 in #SundaySupper, Features, Sweet Treats | 37 comments

Valentine’s Day. Love it, hate it, there’s no escaping it. So we’ve got a Valentine’s #SundaySupper to help you enjoy it. Hosted by Jen of Juanita’s Cocina, there are a record number of sweet treats on the menu this week. My offering is no exception, but I’ve kept it quintessentially British, with just a few Valentine’s tweaks.

Sweet Little Pastries for #SundaySupper

Posted by Katy on Feb 3, 2013 in #SundaySupper, Desserts, Features, Sweet Treats | 36 comments

It’s a Superbowl #SundaySupper this week, which, as far as I can work out with absolutely zero knowledge of Superbowl, means easy-to-eat party food, to enjoy whilst watching the ‘big game’. It’s being hosted by Jen of Juanita’s Cocina, who is far more qualified than me to offer recipes for this theme!

Cranberry and Almond Mince Pies

Posted by Katy on Dec 23, 2012 in Features, Sweet Treats | 1 comment

Christmas and baking go together like, well, mince pies and sherry – baking seems to be extra-enjoyable at this festive time of year.

I have to admit, however, that it took me a long time to like mince pies; I still find a lot of mince pies just not quite as delicious as I think they could be.

Chocolate Cheescake Brownie Bites

Posted by Katy on Nov 19, 2012 in Features, Sweet Treats | 4 comments

There is something utterly decadent about warm chocolate brownie eaten while curled up on the sofa under a blanket. At this time of year, when it is cold and grey outside, it is the ultimate treat.