The delicate texture and wonderful flavor of these crispy Finnish cookies make them a great little treat for afternoon gatherings. Ingredients: (Yield: 4 dozen) ¾ cup butter, softened ¼ cup sugar 1 teaspoon almond extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 egg white 2 tablespoons sugar 1/3 cup finely chopped almonds Method: In a small bowl,…
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With peanut butter, chocolate pastry and smooth ganache, this dessert is not just for kids. Ingredients: (Makes 8) 1 recipe chocolate sweet crust 115 g (4 oz) smooth peanut butter 115 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 55 g (2 oz) granulated sugar ½ teaspoons vanilla essence 120 ml (4…
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Reminiscent of pecan pie or treacle tart, these rich and irresistible treats will appeal to those with a real sweet tooth. Ingredients: (Makes 18) 1 recipe basic crust 2 large eggs 85 g/3 oz unsalted butter, softened 170 g/6 oz light brown sugar 60 ml/4 tablespoons single cream 1 teaspoon vanilla essence Method: Preheat the…
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Loved by all and ideal for cake and cookie sales. The salty peanut butter gives these yummy cookies a distinctive nutty flavor. Ingredients: (Makes 24-30) 225 g/8 oz light brown sugar 115 g/4 oz unsalted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 egg, beaten 140 g/5 oz crunchy peanut butter 2 tablespoons milk 280 g/10 oz…
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A quick and good dessert cake for a family supper. Ingredients: (Serves 12) 450 g/1 lb carrots, peeled 175 g/6 oz/1½ cups plain flour 10 ml/2 teaspoons baking powder 2.5 ml/½ teaspoon baking soda 5 ml/1 teaspoon salt 10 ml/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 4 eggs 10 ml/2 teaspoons vanilla essence 225 g/8 oz/1 cup dark…
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