2 posts tagged sweet treats

Seriously Deep Zesty Lemon Bakewell Tarts (GF)

Makes: 6 Bakewell tarts are quintessentially English so I have created a twist on this classic using a generous amount of lemon flavour. They are seriously deep with the emphasis placed on the filling and also gluten-free to suit my coeliac son.

 Pastry Ingredients: 85g / 3oz softened butter 1 lemon, zested 50g / 2oz icing sugar 1 egg yolk 1 tablespoon lemon juice 200g gluten-free plain flour, plus extra for dusting For the filling: 2 lemons, zested 85g / 3oz ... Continue Reading

Mini Macaroons (GF)

Makes: 20, 5cm, (2”) diameter Macaroons have been all the rage over the past few years. They are great to serve with ice cream or a summer dessert, perfect for parties what ever age you are and gluten-free too. Ingredients:
 100g / 3 ½oz icing sugar 100g / 3 ½oz ground almonds 2 medium egg whites 50g / 2oz caster sugar Natural gluten-free food colouring Small pinch of salt Pre-heat the oven to 160°C / Fan 140°C / 325°F / Gas 3 Method:
 1. Line a baking tray ... Continue Reading