Apple and sour cream slice
The creamy, rich filling of this beautiful slice goes perfectly with the sweetness of warm cooked apples.
Basic scone recipe
Create beautifully light and fluffy scones with this basic scone recipe. Serve scones with cream and jam for a lovely afternoon tea
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Vanilla kisses
A perfectly sweet bite!
Honey & poppy seed pancakes with lemon curd & mascarpone
Make a lie-in extra-special with these light-as-air pancakes! Accompany with a favourite brew or bubbles on the side
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Berry blondie
Be careful not to overheat the butter and chocolate mixture once chocolate has been added; the mixture will seize. Rotate blondie halfway through cooking to ensure it cooks and colours evenly. Add 1/2 cup coarsely chopped nuts, such as hazelnuts or macadamias. Note
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Breakfast-in-bed recipes for Mother’s Day
Treat Mum this Mother's Day with some lovely breakfast-in-bed, including muffins, waffles and an easy pain au chocolat recipe. Just add coffee!
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Make Mother’s Day extra special with our ultimate foodie gift guide
These gourmet goodies and must-have gadgets will make Mum's day
6 New Zealand-made craft chocolates that make the perfect gift
If you’re stuck on a gift for a loved one, the chocolate aisle is usually the first port of call. But rather than picking any old block of choc off the shelf, why not opt for one that has been made with love, care and precision in Aotearoa?
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15 healthy recipes to make this Mother’s Day
Enjoy a Mother's Day filled with health and happiness this year, from breakfast in bed to dinner fit for a queen thanks to these nourishing recipes. We've also included our favourite healthy treats, so you can give mum the gift of wholesome goodness!
Whipped lemon yoghurt parfait with strawberry compote
Get the young ones to show mum the love this Mother’s Day, by making a glass of this whipped lemon yoghurt parfait for an easy, delicious breakfast in bed. Top with homemade strawberry compote for extra sweetness!
Sweet treats to bake for mum on Mother’s Day
Treat mum to something extra sweet this Mother’s Day: a decadent high tea. These delicious bites are simple to make and scrumptious to eat, making a special day even more delightful.
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8 edible homemade Mother’s Day gifts
It doesn’t get much more thoughtful than a homemade Mother’s Day gift. Wonderfully personal and kind on your pocket, edible presents are a great option. Make Mum’s day with these delicious ideas including homemade tea mix, muesli and infused oils.
Make Mother’s Day special
Breakfast in bed is such a simple and heartfelt gift to give. That's why Eleanor Ozich from Petite Kitchen has created these delicious breakfast-in-bed recipes for Mothers Day that are are easy enough for children - or other halves - to make.
Vanilla brown rice porridge with grated dark chocolate and banana
Surprise Mum this Mother’s Day with breakfast in bed. Sumptuously creamy and delicious, this vanilla bean porridge is made with rice flakes for an exceptionally luscious finish. Top with grated dark chocolate, sliced bananas and coconut chips
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Overnight chia seed bircher with black Doris plum yoghurt
Treat Mum this Mother’s Day to a bowl of wholesome, overnight chia seed bircher - a recipe that’s effortless to make, and to eat! Children will love to layer the spoonfuls of bircher with the sweet, Doris plum yoghurt. Top with a little sprinkle of toasted almonds
Lemon and poppy seed crêpes with mascarpone and kiwifruit
Delicate, lemony crêpes sweetened lightly with honey and speckled with poppy seeds. This is such a neat breakfast for children to put together. Fold each crêpe into a little pocket and decorate with fresh fruit and flowers
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Gingerbread waffles with heavenly rhubarb yoghurt
Treat mum this Mother's Day to breakfast in bed with these delicious gingerbread waffles. Delicate spices are beautiful here; a little ginger and cinnamon brings a warming component to this simple breakfast. Serve with a little jar of velvety and luxurious yoghurt, topped with a generous spoonful of rhubarb jam for swirling
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Easy S’mores cake
This incredible layered chocolate cake is beautiful topped with a rich fudge sauce and sweet marshmallows. It's easy to make, but looks (and tastes) really impressive!
Mother’s Day recipes
Make Mum feel special by spoiling her with some of our delicious recipes on Mother's Day. Whether it's breakfast in bed, a family brunch or a sweet treat for morning or afternoon tea, nothing says 'I love you' quite like something homemade from the kitchen. We've got something to please every mum, whether it's our sensational weekend banana pancakes or scrumptious corn fritters. And our lemonade scones and coconut raspberry cake won't fail to impress.
Apple delicious
These mini sponge apple cakes are deliciously moist and syrupy, perfect served with a drizzle of fresh cream.
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Marble cake
Whether you're baking for a high tea, party or simply a treat this classic cake will delight in taste and appearance.
Choc-orange shortbread biscuits
Give your shortbread biscuits a twist by adding orange zest and dipping in dark chocolate. A sweet treat for afternoon tea that family and friends will love.
Chocolate panna cotta
Create these divine creamy chocolate pana cotta desserts for your family in no time at all. Beautiful served with fresh strawberries and cream, they are the perfect sweet treat to end a beautiful meal.
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Mini quiches
With all the decadence of a miniature high tea treat you'll enjoy the burst of flavour these capsicum quiches provide.
Apple blondies with lemon glaze
This gorgeous buttery slice is made even better with the addition of thin apple slices and a delicious lemon glaze.
Walnut cream pikelet stack
These decadent pikelets are perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast. Stacked with sliced banana, crunchy toasted walnuts, and an indulgent chocolate sauce, this dish will delight the whole family.
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Ruby grapefruit tea cake
Get out the teaset for tea and grapefruit with this delightful teacake with ruby grapefruit.
Apple and cheese slice
Serve up this beautiful apple and cheese slice, full of warm cream cheese, juicy sultanas and cinnamon notes - it's absolutely divine.
Almond and yogurt lemon cake
Fluffy, moist and packed full of flavour - this is the perfect cake recipe to keep the loved ones happy.
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Bounty loaf
Bursting with coconut and topped with fluffy icing, this is a scrumptious teatime treat.
Apple and raspberry crumble
A timeless dessert classic that is loved by all - there is something so divine about warm, stewed fruits with a sweet, biscuit crumble.
Apple and pine nut cake
The irresistible textures of soft stewed apples and crunchy pine nuts swirled through out a delightfully fluffy butter cake will have you reaching for more!
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Buttermilk pancakes with maple berries
Deliciously sweet and fluffy, these buttermilk pancakes make the perfect breakfast for a relaxed weekend morning. Topped with warm maple berries and a dollop of vanilla yoghurt, these will set you up for a great day ahead!
Almond, macadamia and chocolate friands
Enjoy the wonderful combination of chocolate and nuts, swirled throughout these deliciously fluffy almond friands.
Bakewell raspberry tarts
Raspberry jam and fresh fruit baked into a perfect little bakewell tart!
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Pikelets with caramelised apple and maple syrup
Perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast or a decadent morning tea, these fluffy golden pikelets are beautiful served drizzled with runny maple syrup and topped with tender caramelised apple pieces.
Apricot and prune cake
This gorgeous cake topped with luscious stone fruit is divine served warm with custard, cream, or ice-cream, or simply cool on its own.
Coconut cherry strudel
Add some sweet and sour bliss to an Austrian favourite. Layered with nutritious morello cherries, cinnamon, coconut and delicate filo pastry, this is sure to please your tastebuds.
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Hot chocolate with cream and chocolate curls
This isn't your usual hot chocolate recipe. This is a little special, perfect for winter birthday dinners or breakfast in bed.
Cheesy spinach cakes
No one will be able to stop munching on these delicious savoury muffins, filled with feta, cottage cheese and spinach
Apple and berry meringue cake
Experience the brilliant combination of warm stewed fruits and a sweet fluffy meringue top in this beautiful cake.
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Mixed berry brioche
This rich and sweet berry brioche takes just ten minutes to create, making this the perfect fruity, creamy snack.
Upside-down pear and chocolate cake
Delight your family and friends with this beautiful upside down dessert served fresh out of the oven. Indulge your senses with decadent chocolate cake topped with juicy, sweet tender pears.
Almond cherry berry cake
This deliciously light cake is packed full of fresh juicy berries that'll give you a taste of Spring before even stepping outside.
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Apple caramel puddings
Serve your family a delicious warming apple and caramel pudding this weekend - it'll be a massive hit!
Strawberry and rhubarb conserve
Sweet meets tangy and tart in this juicy, fragrant fruit and vegetable conserve. It's ideal as a spread with breakfast, morning or afternoon tea - or better still, as a fabulous home-made gift.
Coffee walnut streusel cake
You won't believe this delicious cake has only five ingredients. The moist coffee walnut cake is set off with a crunchy streusel topping.
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Apricot upside-down cakes
These delightful mini cakes are wonderfully light, moist and are topped with beautiful juicy fresh apricot.
White and dark choc-chip cookies
There's nothing better for an afternoon treat than white and dark choc-chip cookies with a tall glass of milk. Bake them with the kids and they'll thank you even more!
Apple and strawberry crepes
Perfect to enjoy as a lazy weekend breakfast or as a dessert after a brilliant meal, these apple and strawberry crepes are to die for.
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Almond mascarpone crunch with peaches
The beautiful combination of warm, tender grilled peaches with a sweet almond mascarpone crunch is the perfect dessert.
Apricot tarte tatin
This gorgeous French dessert marries golden, buttery pastry and sweet, juicy apricots in a delicious family tart.
Lemon polenta cake with lemon compote
Introduce an uplifting zing to morning or afternoon tea with a friend, by enjoying this lemony almond and polenta cake. A hint of orange blossom water makes it refreshingly satisfying.
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Chocolate lamingtons
Give the good, old Aussie lamington a chocolate twist with a decadent ganache-filled centre.
Breakfast pikelets
These classic light and fluffy pikelets are beautiful served with fresh strawberry jam and cream for a sweet weekend breakfast.
Apple and strawberry teacake
Cut yourself a slice of this super sweet apple and strawberry teacake and sit back and enjoy with a cup of your favourite brew.
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Apple crumble cakes
These sweet and crumbly cupcakes are packed full of goodness to keep you satisfied for longer - a win/win dessert!
Lemongrass granita with pineapple
This snazzy, fruity frozen dessert is the perfect tonic to unwind on a hot summer day. It also makes for an uplifting Mother's Day treat.
Jam kisses
Shower your loved ones with kisses – jam kisses that is! These sweet, iced biscuit treats are sure to impress
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Melt-in-mouth vanilla biscuits
Indulge in a fresh pot of tea or coffee with this irresistible vanilla biscuits. They take just 30 minutes to make and are so soft, sweet and buttery they will simply melt in your mouth.
Asparagus and poached egg bruschetta
A breakfast fit for a five-star cafe - a lavish spread of creamy ricotta and goats cheese is smothered on delicious thick crust ciabatta, topped with thyme asparagus and a perfectly poached egg.
Apple, currant and cinnamon pastries
Deliciously sweet and juicy cinnamon apples and currants are brilliant swirled through this beautiful sugar dusted pastry.
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Apple teacake
Indulge in this delicious fluffy apple cake infused with ginger and vanilla, perfectly layered with stewed apple and fresh cream.
Almond cake with mulled berries
Enjoy a wonderfully light almond cake, complemented by delicious mulled berries and fresh cream.
Apricot frangipane tart
Delicious juicy apricots are swirled through this moist, ginger infused tart - irresistible served with a dollop of fresh cream.
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Florentine slice
Jam-packed full of sweet chewy cherries, crunchy nuts and cornflakes and decadent dark chocolate - the classic Florentine slice makes the ultimate accompaniment to a cup of hot coffee.
Lemon cupcakes
Sweet, fluffy and zesty, these iced lemon cupcakes are wonderful made for the family for birthday celebrations. They are also wonderful enjoyed as a treat for morning tea with a mug of coffee.
Almond apple pie
A delicious almond crust give a gluten-free spin on a timeless country-style dessert - the humble apple pie.
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Apple and pear tarte tatin
Indulge in the classic flavours of the French dessert tarte tatin with minimal effort and ingredients - the perfect shortcut to a divine dish.
Lime and passionfruit syrup cake
Wonderfully fluffy and moist, this glorious citrus cake is beautiful served with a cup of hot tea. Drizzled with a sweet passionfruit and lime syrup, it makes the ultimate fruity dessert for any occasion.
Apple and cinnamon squares
There is nothing more satisfying than freshly baked goods wafting with scents of apple and cinnamon. These buns are perfect for morning teas, desserts for the family and kids lunches!
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Mandarin and almond upside-down cake
This spectacular cake tastes as good as it looks. Literally dripping with flavour, it's perfect to serve for a special occasion, such as a birthday or dinner party.
Cherry and coconut macaroon cake
Why enjoy just one dessert when you can mix the best elements of two? Covered in crumbled macaroon pieces this cherry and coconut cake is sure to wow.
Chicken and sage tray bake
This simple one-pan chicken bake borrows flavours from the Italian classic veal saltimbocca. With a pungent, mediterranean herb aroma, it's definitely a recipe to add to your weekly dinner repertoire.
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Chocolate and caramel macarons
You don't have to be in France to indulge in this decadent dessert. Bite through the light outer-layer of these treats to reach the rich chocolate ganache centre.
Coconut and golden syrup tart
Featuring sublime coconut poured over a baked shortcrust pastry case smothered with sweet golden syrup, this will reach beyond simply tart lovers.
Apple bread pudding
This humble sweet bread pudding is incredibly satisfying, easy to make and tastes heavenly served warm with a drizzle of fresh cream.
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Chocolate roulade with coffee cream
Heaven comes in the shape of a log with this chocolate roulade. Mixed with a thick coffee cream this only takes 30 minutes to bake and even less time to eat!
Lemon curd
This versatile zesty spread can form the base of an amazing dessert pie or tart, serve as a substitute for jam on afternoon tea scones, or even coat your morning toast.
Oat and cranberry mum-to-be cookies
Spoil the special woman in your life or someone soon to embark on the motherhood journey, with these heart-warming and nutritiously guilt-free cookies.
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Panna cotta and roasted nectarines
Blended with vanilla bean, this creamy Italian specialty is best made ahead of time. Then served alongside beautifully roasted nectarines drizzled with wine for a truly satisfying dessert.
White chocolate mud cake
If this decadent mud cake doesn't already taunt you visually, the creamy white chocolate ganache melting in your mouth sure will.
Bistro cheesecake
A family favourite, serve yourself up a big slice of the classic cheesecake recipe. This irresistible dessert has a beautiful buttery, crumbly crust, with a rich yet light, cream cheese filling.
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Hazelnut tartlets
A delicious mouthful of raspberry and chocolate-hazlenut. Perfect tartlets for any occasion.
Apricot custard tea cake
Deliciously fluffy and moist, this vanilla-spiced tea cake is bursting with juicy apricots and creamy custard.
Banana maple cakes with cream cheese icing and poached rhubarb
Jordan Rondel’s delicious wee maple cakes are full of fruit and pretty as a picture
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Tiramisu cheesecake
Embrace your food processor to save yourself cooking time and prepare this delicious tiramisu cheesecake in no time at all. Swirled with decadent dark chocolate and fragrant espresso, this dessert will please all your critics!
Marbled meringue kisses
This bite sized balls of heaven are beautiful served with a cup of hot coffee or on their own as a sweet afternoon treat. Decadent chocolate frosting is sandwiched between pink and white marbled meringue kisses to create the ultimate petite dessert.
Tiramisu cheesecake
When two irresistible desserts are combined, you know something magical will be created. This tiramisu cheesecake partners the traditional flavours of creamy dark chocolate and fragrant espresso with decadent cream cheese.
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After-school muffins
Full of dried fruit, sultana bran and nuts, these muffins make a healthy after-school snack.
Almond and polenta cake with honey syrup
Deliciously spongy, this almond and polenta cake is perfect drizzled with a sweet honey syrup.
Almond cakes with caramelised apples
These small almond cakes are beautiful paired with caramelised apples - a sweet, moist treat for any time of day.
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Apple crumble galette
This dessert will be a sure-fire hit - the golden flaky crust, soft stewed apples and sweet crumbly topping is perfect served warm with ice-cream.
Kiwi cocktail
When kiwifruit is in season and at its sweetest and cheapest, this refreshing vodka cocktail will do the party host proud.
Pineapple tarts
These sweetie pies are delicious with a cuppa or served with thick cream for dessert. They'd also be perfect to pack for a picnic.
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Quick and easy lamingtons
There's no cake more Australian than a lamington, coated in thick chocolate icing and covered in coconut. Save time with this quick and easy version of a classic treat.
Whisked sponge cake with jam and cream filling
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Almond apple pie
There are few things more comforting than a big, warm, oozy slice of apple pie with a dollop of thick cream.
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Apple and pear tarte tatin
Bake this gorgeous classic dessert to take to your next morning tea or brunch - the syrupy fruit and flaky crust will delight your critics.
Apple buckwheat pancakes with lemon syrup
These gluten-free pancakes are perfect for those with a gluten or wheat intolerance, and the buckwheat flour gives a nutty flavour that works perfectly with warm cooked apples and lemon syrup.
