The jalousie takes its name from a type of French window shutter made with horizontal slats. Using shop-bought puff pastry and raspberry jam makes this sophisticated pastry easy to make at home. Ingredients: (Serves 4-6) 200 g/7 oz frozen puff pastry, thawed 455 g/1 lb good-quality raspberry jam 28 g/1 oz flaked almonds, toasted and…
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Naughty but oh so nice. These individual tartlets look great when piled on a tray. Ingredients: (Makes 8) 140 g/5 oz unsalted butter, cubed 2 tablespoons caster sugar 1 egg yolk 225 g/8 oz plain flour, sifted 300 ml/10 fl oz cream 275 g/10 oz dark chocolate 2 eggs, separated 2 tablespoons rum 455 g/1…
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The kids will love these cakes combining the goodness of fresh raspberries with a crunchy pecan topping reminiscent of crumble. Ingredients: (Makes 16) 350 g/12 oz plain flour 255 g/9 oz caster sugar 55 g/2 oz cocoa powder 3 teaspoon baking powder 85 g/3 oz unsalted butter 2 eggs 175 g/6 fl oz milk 115…
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Sweet juicy raspberries and creamy white chocolate go together so well. These delicious light and fluffy cupcakes are perfect served with afternoon tea. Ingredients: (Makes 24) 3 eggs 175 g/6 oz caster sugar 175 g/6 oz self-raising flour 175 g/6 oz unsalted butter or margarine 115 g/4 oz fresh raspberries 115 g/4 oz white chocolate…
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Adding fresh fruit to cookies means they won’t keep, so serve these warm from the oven with extra raspberries and a large scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ingredients: (Makes 12) 115 g/4 oz plain flour, sifted 40 g/1½ oz self-raising flour, sifted 2 teaspoons baking powder 55 g/2 oz light brown sugar 55 g/2 oz…
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This light, fluffy, white chocolate cake relies on whisked egg whites to help it rise and give it its melt-in-the-mouth texture. Sharp, tangy raspberries offset the vanilla sweetness of the cake wonderfully. Ingredients: (Serves 8-10) 140 g/5 oz white chocolate 110 g/4 oz plus ½ tablespoon butter 140 g/5 oz caster sugar 4 large eggs,…
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This log-shaped cake with a spiral of jam in its center is a real family favorite. This version includes fresh raspberries for an extra fruity, juicy treat. It is best served on the day it is made. Ingredients: (Serves 8-10) 3 eggs 140 g/5 oz caster sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 60 g/2 oz self-raising…
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This is the classic whisked sponge cake, and although the method sounds tricky, it’s actually very simple. To enjoy it at its best, serve it on the day you make it. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 3 eggs 60 g/2 oz caster sugar 60 g/2 oz self-raising flour, sifted 3 tablespoons melted butter 320 ml/12 fl oz…
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