This cake is very healthy as a large proportion of it is made with pumpkin. We love this with a wee cup of coffee in the morning. It retains its moist texture for a few days (if it lasts that long) and is very melty. …
Afternoon Tea
Chocolate Dates
We all sometimes have a moment when we’re cooking for people and can’t really be bothered to make dessert. This is an excellent way of getting out of making a fancy pudding – easy peasy and super speedy! It’s barely a recipe but it really is delish. Serve with coffee after dinner and your guests will be happy anyway!…
Gluten Free Figgy Fruit Loaf
We love this loaf! It’s really rich in fruit and just fab paired with cheese and an apple in the afternoon. It’s almost even better than cake! Really?…Yes! Really! Easy to make, but takes a wee while in the oven and make sure that you soak the fruit in advance. Other than that – easy peasy! …
Prune Date Fig and Cherry Cake
A cake that’s perfect for tea time – or even as a gluten free alternative to Christmas cake! The cake is very moist and rich in fruit, so has a lovely flavour and is satisfyingly moreish . If using coconut oil you will detect a subtle coconut flavour, so if this isn’t to your taste you should opt for the butter or vegan marg if you want a dairy free version. …
Flapjacks
This recipe has been a staple in our family since we started going to school. It’s gone through several reinventions and reworkings in its time and is almost unrecognisable from the orginal. They make an excellent snack, rich in energy and of course tastiness….
Apple Tart
We’ve had this recipe requested on several occasions because the gluten free pastry is ‘better than normal pastry’! The shortcrust pastry is delicious, crisp and this makes a great tart for dessert or afternoon tea. Bramley apples are the best as the top layer retain their beautiful shape and the underneath go nice and pulpy….