Hey, did I tell you we had a baby? He’s called Adriano. He’s gurglely, he gets me up in the mornings, and he’s the prettiest one I’ve ever seen. I bet all new Mums say that. . . Continue reading
Tag Archives: coffee
Mocha Macarons
These are sort of an old school Macaron, like a coconut one, but with no coconut – so a bit like a french one, but without the sugar boiling! To make them you will need: 75g plain flour 2 egg whites 200g golden caster sugar 125g ground almonds 1tbsp coffee (really really strong) sliced … Continue reading
Coffee Creme Brulee *CHEAT*
Creme Brulee is another of those recipes, that I have avoided, despite my love for them. I found a recipe which didn’t involve a water bath and thought I would make just enough for me and the mister. The ingredients are as follows: 300g single cream 3 tsp coffee granules 5 … Continue reading
Mocha Cupcakes – Hummingbird Bakery
Tonight, I made Mocha Cupcakes from page 12 of Hummingbird Bakery ‘Cake Days’ (I’m trying to work my way through). I had already planned to make this recipe and coincidently my parents returned from Germany with a haul of treats for me including coffee bean flavoured chocolates! The Hummingbird Bakery sponge mix is different … Continue reading
Chocolate and Coffee Loaf – Hummingbird Bakery
I have been venturing in Hummingbird Bakery cake days again, and steering away from cupcakes- I think after making 100 I need a break! So I made the chocolate and coffee loaf on page 160. Firstly I creamed together soft brown sugar and butter, I think it looks yum on it’s own! … Continue reading