Gooey Caramel ANZAC Slice

Anzac biscuits and caramel slice are two of my favourite things. This incredible recipe brings them together as one gooey  unctuous  slice. ...

Chelsea Buns - My family recipe journey

Until now I'd never made Chelsea buns before, I'd more than eaten my fair share of them. If you've followed my family recipe jou...

Salted Caramel Truffles

Salted caramel is quite possibly one of my all time favourite flavours. With their rich chocolate-caramel soft centre, these truffles will b...

Gingerbread People and Gifting Jar

What a fabulous gift idea! The layered ingredients look great presented in a glass jar. All the fiddly measuring has been done, just add the...

Chocolate 'Hot Cross Bun' Cupcakes

Not everyone likes hot cross buns, yet it's something that screams Easter! These cute cupcakes are an alternative to the standard Hot Cr...

Easter Cupcakes with Chocolate Icing

I adore the colour "robins egg blue" - so these are my ultimate Easter cupcake. if you're looking to recreate these cupcakes -...

Feijoa cake

Feijoas are plentiful at the moment. We've had some great feijoa recipes on the Kiwicakes blog in the past (use the search function at r...

Decadent Chocolate Tart with Crystallised Violets

Crystallising violets is something I used to do with my granny when I was a little girl, seeing this cake brought back a flood of memories. ...

Sugar frosted grapes

These are really special as a garnish on a pavlova or cheesecake or served as a nibble with coffee or a cheese platter. They look far more c...

Hokey Pokey - the timeless Kiwiana classic

I have fond memories of Hokey Pokey as a child, it's a real kiwi classic. I'm sure I’m not the only one, that ate so much my jaw hur...

Afghan biscuits - A kiwi kids favourite

My youngest is just starting to get interested in cooking and baking. He's always been keen to jump in to any decorating though. Today w...

Spun Sugar - a halo for decorations

This spun sugar decoration has an other-wordly feel to it. Once mastered it can be a quick yet effective way to add that wow factor to your ...

Alice in Bakingland macaron demo and book signing at Kiwicakes

Today I have the best news! Alice Arndell from Alice in Bakingland is coming to Kiwicakes Saturday 8th March, 12 noon-3pm. She will be sign...

Organic sugar heart shape biscuits for Valentines Day

This lovely cookie recipe comes from our friends at Chelsea, just in time for Valentines Day. Decorate as simply or elaborately as you like....

Sherbet lollipop dippers

Deliciously simple these lollipop dippers are perfect for fundraisers as they are easy to make and look great. They also make a fun addition...

Mini treacle loaves a scrumptious childhood memory

Treacle is a much loved flavour from my childhood, it was a favourite both with my father and my grandmother. These scrumptious little loave...

Toffee Nut Spires - stunning edible decorations

These toffee spires, really aren't as daunting as they see - yet take your dessert presentation to the level of a fine dining restaurant...

Caramel Crusted Rhubarb Pudding

Wondering what to do with all the rhubarb, this is a wonderful crunchy dessert option. So good with custard or cream or dusted with icing su...

Pears in meringue

After my foray in to the world of meringue making via my mini pavlovas last week, I couldn't resist these pears in meringue. The recipe ...

Meringue Bones for Halloween - from our friends at Chelsea

Meringues really aren't as tricky as they seem, I encourage you to give these a try. This same recipe can be used for other occasions an...