If it is difficult to get your kids to drink enough milk, try serving this delicious nursery dessert. It is especially fun when made in an animal-shape mould. Ingredients (Serves 4) 4 tablespoons cornflour 600 ml/1 pt milk 85 g/3 oz plain chocolate, broken into pieces 2 tablespoons caster sugar Method: In a medium bowl,…
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This is a dense, moist chocolate cake that can be eaten as a teatime cake or as an indulgent dessert when served with whipped cream or ice-cream. Ingredients: (Serves 9) 250 g/9 oz unsalted butter 175 g/6 oz plain chocolate, broken into pieces 340 g/12 oz light brown sugar 300 ml/10 fl oz hot water…
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This classic cake is enjoyed by everyone, and is ideal for cake sales as it can be sold whole or by the slice. Ingredients: (Serves 10) 4 eggs 225 g/8 oz unsalted butter, softened 225 g/8 oz caster sugar 200 g/7 oz self-raising flour, sifted 28 g/1 oz cocoa powder 1 tablespoon milk For the…
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Simple and summery, this fresh and fruity layer cake is just the thing if you’re watching your weight. The cake is best eaten on the day it’s made. Ingredients: (Serves 8) For the cake: 3 eggs 60 g/2 oz caster sugar 40 g/1½ oz self-raising flour, sifted Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 3 tablespoons…
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Simple and light, with a delightfully chewy texture and a subtle tang of prunes, this cake contains about half the fat of a regular cake. Ingredients: (Serves 8) For the cake: 80 g/2¾ oz dried prunes 3 tablespoons boiling water 110 g/4 oz butter, at room temperature 120 g/4 oz caster sugar 3 eggs 140…
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This chilled orange cheesecake is significantly lower in fat than many classic cheesecakes. Instead of rich and indulgent cream cheese this recipe uses cottage cheese and fromage frais to produce a deliciously cream cake with a distinctive texture. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 110 g/4 oz finely ground digestive crumbs 50 g/1¾ oz low-fat spread, melted 285…
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Just because you’re avoiding eggs and dairy, it doesn’t mean you need to miss out. This incredibly quick and simple cake has a dark, moist texture and a rich, fudgy icing. Ingredients: (Serves 8) For the cake: 100 g/3½ oz plain flour ¾ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 130 g/4½ oz…
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Great for anyone on a dairy-free diet, this dense, moist cake with its delicate taste of pear and sugary, peppery bite of stem ginger makes a great choice for afternoon tea. Serve it plain or enjoy it with thick soy cream poured over the top. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 3 eggs 160 ml/6 fl oz vegetable…
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