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Christmas Cake in a Cupcake

Christmas Cake in a Cupcake
Posted in : Christmas, Cupcakes, Recipes on by : rachgriff@hotmail.com
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This recipe is perfect for those who love traditional Christmas cake but maybe can’t be bothered to make a full size traditional cake! The sponge contains rum soaked mixed fruit & the frosting contains almond extract to give a hint of marzipan. The recipe is adapted from The Hummingbird Bakery’s ‘Cake Days’ book. Ingredients (to
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Gingerbread Loaf Cake / Cupcakes

Gingerbread Loaf Cake / Cupcakes
Posted in : Cakes, Christmas, Cupcakes, Loaf cakes, Recipes on by : rachgriff@hotmail.com
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This is a gorgeous Christmassy recipe for fans of all things gingerbread! It is adapted from recipes by ‘Jane’s Patisserie’ & ‘The Hummingbird Bakery’. The quantity of cake mixture here is enough for a 2lb loaf cake & a number of cupcakes. Make sure not to fill your loaf tin more than two thirds full
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Christmas Tree Brownies

Christmas Tree Brownies
Posted in : Chocolate, Christmas, Recipes, Traybakes on by : rachgriff@hotmail.com
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These brownies are not actually Christmas tree flavoured! They are cut into triangles and decorated to look like Christmas trees! The recipe is for lovely, fudgy brownies with both milk & white chocolate chips. It is adapted from the ‘Jane’s Patisserie’ website & is a fab recipe to make with the kids over the festive
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Chocolate Orange Loaf Cake

Chocolate Orange Loaf Cake
Posted in : Cakes, Chocolate, Christmas, Loaf cakes, Recipes on by : rachgriff@hotmail.com
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I do love a loaf cake. They are a great way to bake a cake without worrying about fancy decoration! This recipe uses 2 whole Terry’s chocolate oranges & is adapted from the wonderful ‘Jane’s Patisserie’ website. I baked this cake recently for my Mum’s birthday but it would be a great festive alternative for
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