26 posts tagged celebration

Matcha Tea and Pistachio Cupcakes (GF)

Makes: 6 In need of a tea break? These gluten-free Matcha tea and pistachio cupcakes are delicate in flavour and make the perfect accompaniment to have with a cup of tea or maybe planning a wedding or celebration. Cupcake Ingredients:
 110g / 4oz softened butter 110g / 4oz caster sugar 110g / 4oz gluten-free self-raising flour ¼ teaspoon gluten-free baking powder ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon Matcha tea powder 2 large eggs Buttercream Ingredients:

 225g / ... Continue Reading

Chocolate Orange Truffle Pud with Udi’s.

Celebrate Easter this weekend with my rich and decadent dessert created for Udi's. It is perfect for sharing with family and friends over the long weekend and best enjoyed with a serving of cream or ice-cream. The recipe can be found here. Continue Reading

Rough Puff Pastry (GF)

Serves: 4 

Ingredients: 140g / 5oz gluten-free multipurpose flour 1 teaspoon xanthan gum ¼ teaspoon salt 110g / 4oz chilled butter, cubed 50g / 2oz cold water 1 teaspoon lemon juice Method:

 1. Sieve the flour into a large mixing bowl followed by the xanthan gum and salt, then add the cubes of butter and coat with the flour mix. 2. Next pour in the cold water and lemon juice, stirring with a knife to begin combining, then gently bring together to form a rough ... Continue Reading

Mini Raspberry Ripple And Elderflower Cheesecakes (GF)

Makes: 6 Mini Cheesecakes These individual gluten-free mini cheesecakes featured in the Food & Drink supplement of The Guardian last saturday. They are great to make in advance of a Summer party and use ginger biscuits to give extra zing to the biscuit base. Ingredients: 50g / 2oz butter 110g / 4oz gluten-free ginger biscuits 275g / 10oz raspberries 1 tablespoon elderflower cordial 110g / 4oz gluten-free white chocolate 3 tablespoons full fat soft cheese 1 teaspoon vanilla ... Continue Reading

Father’s Day Florentines (GF)

Why not treat Dad to some homemade gluten-free Florentines this Father’s Day? Great to make with the children and guaranteed to get messy - Aprons at the ready! Makes: 18 50g  / 2oz butter 100g  / 4oz caster sugar 4 teaspoons gluten-free flour 150ml / 5fl oz crème fraîche 1 lemon, zested 50g / 2oz flaked almonds 25g / 1oz pistachios, roughly chopped 25g / 1oz crystalised stem ginger, finely chopped 75g / 3oz dried cherries, cranberries & blueberries 150g / 5oz ... Continue Reading

Easy Banana and Coconut Ice Cream (GF)

Makes: 2 Portions This gluten-free, fuss free ice cream is easy to make and constantly requested by our children. Why not experiment by combining flavours such as pistachio nuts, gluten-free chocolate chips or peanut butter? Ingredients:
 3 medium bananas ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 50g / 2oz yogurt 2 dessert spoons dessicated coconut Method: 1. Slice the banana and arrange on a plate. Place in the freezer for 1 hour. 2. Meanwhile, place a small pan over a medium heat and ... Continue Reading