Mother's Day

This delicious fruit and nut loaded slice is wonderfully moist and packed full of flavour. It tastes even better accompanied with a creamy, citrus icing.

These cute little cupcakes, crowned with coconut, will melt in your mouth. Quick and easy to make, they're also budget friendly. Serve with a cuppa for morning or afternoon tea or go all out and bake them for high tea.

This glorious fruity pie with its thick, buttery crust is perfect for Winter weekends at home.

Soft warm apple lies atop this gloriously moist spiced loaf, waiting to be spread with a dash of butter and a dollop of cream.

Cut yourself a large slice of this warm, moist apple cake - delicious served fresh from the oven with a drizzle of cream and a mug of tea.

These mini apple teacakes are deliciously fluffy and sweet, and are best enjoyed drizzled with honey and sprinkled with almonds.

Packed with juicy apples and chewy cranberries, this sweet crumbly coconut slice is beautiful served fresh out of the oven.

Zucchini and feta are a delicious combination, your Mum will love these on Mother's Day! Warm savoury treats always go down well, so make plenty or prepare ahead and freeze.

These meringues are a real treat. If you can’t find strawberry powder, swirl in 1 tablespoon of runny strawberry jam instead. It won’t be quite as pretty, but will taste divine. Serve with plenty of cream and berry sauce, or sandwich together with whipped cream.

Mums spend so much time looking after everyone, why not return the favour? Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with a special afternoon tea shared with close friends and family.

Easy to freeze and defrost when you please!

Wrap this slice with kitchen paper and string to add to the sense of occasion.

Top of the morning! Treat mum to a healthy breakfast spread that’s sure to make her smile

Made with love for Mum. Say 'Thank you' with a sweet and savoury feast. Dainty sandwiches with tasty fillings are great for parties and can be made a few hours ahead, as long as you keep them covered and chilled. Try these two simple, yet delectable fillings.

Cut down the calories in your cooked breakfast.

Warm savoury treats always go down well at a party, so make plenty or prepare ahead and freeze. These tartlets have a simple base, but the creamy feta and sweet-and-sour onions make them flashy and flavourful. Note

Sweet treats that really take the cake!

This meal is designed as a moveable feast for a family get-together on Mother’s Day. If you are lucky to have a sunny autumn afternoon, it could be eaten in a sheltered spot outdoors.

This dish is designed as part of a moveable feast for a family get-together on Mother’s Day. If you are lucky to have a sunny autumn afternoon, it could be eaten in a sheltered spot outdoors.

This cake is perfect for a family get-together on Mother’s Day. If you are lucky to have a sunny autumn afternoon, it could be eaten in a sheltered spot outdoors.

We love this smoked fish and caper pate! This dish is designed as part of a moveable feast for a family get-together, or as an absolute treat this is delicious on some toasted bread with extra herbs and crispy lettuce.

This dish was designed as part of a moveable feast for a family get-together on Mother’s Day. If you are lucky to have a sunny autumn afternoon, it could be eaten in a sheltered spot outdoors.

When tamarillos are in season, try this quick and easy recipe which can be served with muesli and yoghurt for breakfast.

If desired, omit hazelnuts or use ground walnuts, pecans or almonds. Note

Passionfruit is a beguiling combination of the refreshingly tart and the exotically sweet.

Low-fat honey and sultana cheesecake

Combining two glorious desserts of apple crumble and custard, this cake is a sweet treat that is sure to become a family favourite.

Who doesn't love a chocolate and raspberry cake? And this one will wow your friends and family!

With a thick layer of caramel and a chocolatey base, this decadent slice makes any afternoon tea special.

Sponge suitable to freeze before filling. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. To make tea, pour 1 cup of boiling water into a heatproof jug. Add 2 earl grey tea bags; stand for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags. Note

Cake suitable to freeze. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Gelatine suitable to microwave. Note

Cake suitable to freeze before decorating. Not suitable to microwave. Note

This loaf can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days. You can wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and seal in an airtight container before freezing for up to one month. Thaw slices at room temperature, straight from the freezer. Note

Un-iced cakes can be frozen for up to 2 months. Not suitable to microwave. Cakes can be made up to two days ahead; store in an airtight container. Ice up to one day ahead. Note

You will need two large (460g) overripe bananas for this recipe. Rectangular foil storage containers (8cm x 16cm, base measurement 2-cup capacity) are recommended to bake these cakes. Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Hazelnut meal can be substituted for the almond meal. Note

There's no need to wait for a family gathering or until you get a group of friends together before you can enjoy a roast meal. Sit down together to our roast chicken for two and enjoy!

Must be made at least six hours ahead. Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

Recipe can be prepared several hours ahead. Reheat the fruit in the syrup before serving. Note

The sponge is best made on the day of serving. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

To make without ice-cream machine: Chop frozen custard and beat with electric mixer until smooth. Fold in whipped cream, nougat and cranberries. Pour into loaf pan and cover. Freeze for 6 hours or overnight, until firm. Note

Scrumptious and easy-to-make pecan loaf with grated zucchini brings moisture and a tender texture to this delicious loaf. Cut into thick slices and drizzle with sweet honey if desired.

Follow these simple directions from Sarah Bowman and your destination will be dining delight

Strawberry mousse cake

Make hazelnut toffee a day ahead. Store intact in an airtight container; crush just before layering. Note

Vary the filling – try pureed apple with a little cinnamon and sugar; ricotta and spinach; vegemite and low-fat cheese. Scrolls are best mode on day of serving. Note

This recipe replaces 1/2 cup of flour with polenta. You will need about 1 large zucchini. Note

Alexa Johnston bakes a reliable sweet treat to keep you stocked for the cold months ahead.

Use a combination of ricotta and spreadable cream cheese. Note

Chocolate crepe baskets with chocolate mousse

You can halve this recipe if you only have one loaf pan. Try honey- flavoured greek-style yoghurt instead of natural. Note

Bake pastry squares up to a day ahead; store in an airtight container. Assemble shortcake stacks just before serving. Note

White chocolate and raspberry chelsea scrolls

You can use any bought char-grilled vegetables for this recipe instead of the sun-dried tomatoes – drain them well on some paper towel. Buttermilk can be used instead of milk. Note

Light and moist chocolate self-saucing pudding with whipped cream or ice-cream, there is no better way to warm up on a cold winter�s night than indulging in this delicious pudding.

16 strokes is usually enough when mixing muffin batter – any pockets of flour help to give them their characteristic texture. Milk can be used in place of buttermilk. Note

Use any glace fruit of choice, about 1/2 cup chopped fruit and 2 tablespoons blanched almonds. Note

Egg-whites help prevent your sorbet becoming too icy by impeding the growth of ice crystals. Note

Boiled sultana cake

To make a piping bag, spoon melted chocolate into a mini snap-lock bag. Snip off the corner and squeeze gently. For a variation, dip strawberries into sprinkles or crushed nuts after dipping into chocolate. Melt chocolate in the microwave on Medium (50%) power in a microwave-safe bowl, in 30 second bursts, stirring after each burst, […]

Slice loaf and freeze in individual slices – it’s great for lunch boxes. Note

Arrange tomatoes in a small baking dish. Drizzle vinegar and oil over. Toss to coat. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until tomatoes collapse. Note

Frozen berries must be added to the mixture while still frozen. Note

This recipe used granny smith apples. You will need two large lemons for the rind and juice. Note

Use a wooden skewer to swirl the different mixtures together in the pan. Note

You can have a batch of these delicious scones on the table in around 20 minutes. Serve them warm with jam and cream for morning or afternoon tea.

Opposites attract in this cake with sour cream, white chocolate and apricot creating an explosion of flavour in your mouth.

Cook these in a paper patty-lined muffin tray and your cooling time will be reduced by about 5 minutes. Note

Wrap your tuna mornay in crepes for a different way to serve this well known and hearty kid friendly dish.

Pastry can be made up to two days ahead. It can be stored in the refrigerator or frozen for two months. Note

Amaretto, originally from Italy, is an almond-flavoured liqueur and can be purchased from liquor stores. If small panettone are unavailable, cut 7cm rounds from large panettone, brioche or fruit bread.

An easy, make-ahead dessert for six to eight people, biscotten torte (biscuit cake) is a luscious ending for a dinner or lunch party. Layers of biscuits are brushed with a rum-milk mixture and sandwiched together with a delicious almond cream.

Honeycomb is the structure made of beeswax that houses the honey; this edible chewy comb, saturated with honey, is absolutely delicious and available in health food stores and some supermarkets.

Surprise your brunch guests with baked eggs, delicately flavoured with prosciutto and brie. Serve with steaming hot mugs of coffee or tea, together with lightly toasted sourdough.

Thrill your family and friends this weekend with stacks of these delectable buttermilk pancakes with raspberry butter. The buttermilk adds tenderness and lightness to the batter and results in deliciously soft texture.

Light, fluffy sponge cake is sandwiched with zesty lemon butter and cream to create a beautiful dessert worthy of any morning or afternoon tea spread.

Packed with omega-3, protein and fibre this smoked salmon and poached egg on rye is a delicious and healthy breakfast or brunch. Adding a tablespoon of vinegar to the poaching water will help keep the eggs together.

Scones are best made on the day of serving. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in oven, wrapped in foil. Not suitable to microwave. You could substitute the double cream for clotted cream or whipped thickened cream. Note

Use a clear, carbonated lemonade for this recipe for a light-textured scone. You can replace the thickened cream with clotted cream or whipped thickened cream. Scones are best made on the day of serving. Note