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Pineapple and orange loaf

Pineapple and orange loaf

Squeeze excess liquid from pineapple by pressing it between 2 sheets of absorbent paper. Note
Chocolate self-saucing pudding

Chocolate self-saucing pudding

Rich, moist and irresistible, this glorious chocolate pudding produces it's own heavenly sauce when baked. Serve with a dollop of thick cream for an absolutely heavenly dessert.
Apple sponge

Apple sponge

Light, fluffy, and filled with juicy warm apple pieces, this delicious apple sponge cake is wonderful served warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.
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Louise slice with lemon curd and coconut

Louise slice with lemon curd and coconut

A Kiwi classic gets a zesty, citrusy twist with this Louise slice recipe. Traditional jam is swapped with lush lemon curd to create a tangy, seriously delicious afternoon tea treat. It's a must-try!
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Chocolate Volcano Puddings

Warm desserts for chilly nights

Nothing says comfort food like freshly baked apple pie, a sticky date pudding or a simple crumble. So beat the cold, get cosy and enjoy these winter warmers on those long, chilly nights.
Feijoa and custard crumble tart

Feijoa and custard crumble tart

This feijoa crumble recipe has layers of delicious sweet pastry, feijoas, custard and crumble that combine to make an irresistible slice - perfect for an afternoon treat with a cup of tea!
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Passionfruit curd teacake

Passionfruit curd teacake

This fluffy teacake is beautifully moist from the homemade passionfruit curd swirled through. Enjoy a big slice with a cuppa for morning or afternoon tea.
lemon and passionfruit slice

Lemon and passionfruit slice

Fresh passionfruit is expesnive right now! Can I use tinned or frozen passionfruit You can! Be mindful of any added sugars in tinned passionfruit, so taste as you go. Frozen passionfruit doesn’t have added sugars so would be a good alternative. Can I make a day ahead? This keeps well so absolutely – chill time […]
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Banana and coffee cake with caramel sauce

Banana and coffee cake with caramel sauce

This moreish banana and coffee cake is a heavenly treat for dessert, especially when drizzled with our indulgent caramel sauce. Bananas create a gorgeous texture, and the hit of coffee adds a lovely rich flavour.
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Classic chocolate caramel slice

Classic chocolate caramel slice

Chocolate caramel slice lovers, we've got a recipe that will make your mouth water. So simple to make and combining the classic crispy base, creamy caramel inner and crunchy chocolate topping, it's bound to be a winner.
Berrylicious tarts

Berrylicious tarts

With seasonal berries as good as this, it’s ridiculously easy to make spectacular desserts. These creamy tarts topped with sweet and tart berries will delight you, and the subtle kick of pepper in the crust goes beautifully with the fruit!
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Easy Christmas Cookies

Easy Christmas cookies

For all the Christmas spirit without the effort, these easy cookies are a treat – just decorate and go!
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chocolate coconut hedgehog slice

Chocolate coconut hedgehog slice

A classic kiwi treat, this chocolate coconut hedgehog slice is such a crowd-pleaser. With only 5 ingredients, this is so quick to make – great to have on hand for morning and afternoon teas with a cuppa, or a lovely wee school lunchbox treat!
Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce

Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce

Nadia Lim's sticky date pudding is so irresistible it will have you licking the bowl! The dates create such a gorgeous texture and sweetness, and that butterscotch sauce is just pure heaven.
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Feijoa and apple hazelnut ginger crumble

Feijoa and apple hazelnut ginger crumble

We never tire of a decent crumble and they’re the easiest dessert to make! Nici's feijoa and apple hazelnut ginger crumble is the perfect dessert to enjoy warm with cream, yoghurt or ice cream.
Plum crumbles

Plum crumbles

Starring sweet, seasonal fruit and coconut, these crunchy baked crumbles turn out as comforting winter warmers. Or try them with custard as a substitute for traditional festive season pudding.
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Apple and plum bran loaf on wooden board

Apple and plum bran loaf

Grated apples and chopped plums make this bran loaf extremely moreish. It is perfect as a sweet bite for morning tea, so put a batch in the oven in the morning and enjoy freshly baked with a cup of tea.
8 tasty ways with rice bubbles

8 tasty ways with rice bubbles

We Kiwis love a good rice bubble creation! From classic chocolate crackle slice to caramel and peanut versions, these recipes are sure to go down a treat at your next sweet occasion.
Easter egg cake pops

Easter egg cake pops

Brighten up the family Easter celebration and engage the kids with these zesty, creative lollipop-style cakes. Lollipop cake toppers also brighten up any Easter cake!
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10 fun recipes to make with your kids this Easter

10 fun recipes to make with your kids this Easter

Have some fun this Easter by creating these deliciously cute treats with the kids. Not only will they keep everyone entertained throughout the holiday, but you will also finish with gorgeous goodies that all ages will love.
Raspberry, hazelnut and chocolate tart

Raspberry, hazelnut and chocolate tart

This decadent tart combines a silky chocolate topping with the sweet tang of raspberries and crispy hazelnut base. Give it a go for your next get-together and you'll be the star of the show!
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Spangle berries

Happy New Year!

It's been a great year, and now it's time to soak up some sun and kick back and relax with friends and family. This New Years menu offers the best of the season, with easy shared plates and bright, summery sweets.
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Pumpkin maple cheesecake

Pumpkin maple cheesecake

This is a perfect dessert when pumpkins are plentiful. With a deliciously crunchy biscuit base and silky smooth filling, it's a wonderful example of just how well pumpkin can transcend the boundary between sweet and savoury.
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Skillet apple bread pudding

Skillet apple bread pudding for two

This pudding has got to go down as one of the tastiest things you can make in a skillet. Apples and raisins are paired with the subtle spices of cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg, making a warming dessert for two that can be whipped up in no time.
Chocolate, caramel and walnut brownie

Chocolate, caramel and walnut brownie

Enjoy a bite of delightful decadence with these chocolate, caramel and walnut brownies, which are lovely both as a sweet afternoon treat or with ice cream for dessert. That caramel condensed milk drizzle is just perfection!
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Easy vanilla cake with passionfruit pulp and yoghurt

Easy vanilla cake with passionfruit pulp and yoghurt

This light and lovely vanilla cake is just what you need for a simple dessert. The cake itself is a dream to whip up - just 15 minutes of work and you'll have it in the oven - and the passionfruit and yoghurt topping is heavenly.
30 creative birthday cake ideas your kids will love

30 creative birthday cake ideas your kids will love

If you're looking for a fun and colourful cake recipe to celebrate your kid's next birthday, look no further than this deliciously creative collection. From candyland castles to choo-choo trains, there's something here for everyone!
Cherry and raspberry pie with sweet short pastry

Cherry and raspberry pie with sweet short pastry

If you’re lucky enough to live somewhere that you can get heaps of fresh cherries for cheap, this is such a fun pie to make and eat. However, feel free to use frozen cherries (which have the bonus of already being pitted).
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Vegan chocolate, peanut and caramel slice

Vegan chocolate, peanut and caramel slice

Indulge your inner chocoholic with this divine slice. With a silky layer of medjool date caramel and a crunchy dark chocolate and peanut topping, this vegan slice is bound to stake a claim as your favourite sweet treat.
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Fudgy chocolate, hazelnut and peach pudding

Fudgy chocolate, hazelnut and peach pudding

Chocolate, hazelnuts and peaches combine in this sweet and sticky pudding, which might just become your new go-to. Enjoy as a decadent summer dessert, served with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nectarine and almond tart with homemade vanilla pastry

Nectarine and almond tart with homemade vanilla pastry

Celebrate summer with this gorgeous nectarine and almond tart. With a shell of crispy vanilla pastry, a layer of homemade almond paste and a topping of beautifully arranged nectarines, this tart looks and tastes like a ray of sunshine.
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Apricot and pistachio tart on wooden board

Apricot and pistachio tart

This tart is a total summer treat using lovely Central Otago apricots. It works equally well with nectarines or peaches too, so just use whatever you have available!
Dairy-free coconut and mango popsicles

Dairy-free coconut and mango popsicles

Freshen up this summer thanks to these coconut and mango popsicles, which combine fruity, creamy and crunchy in all the best ways! They are so simple to make, so you can whip them up in the morning and enjoy on a hot afternoon.
20 dairy-free desserts that everyone will love

20 dairy-free desserts that everyone will love

Living with a dairy intolerance is easy when you've got these recipes up your sleeve. Whether you want fruity or chocolatey, light or oh-so-decadent, there's bound to be something here for you. Some are gluten- or egg-free too - bonus!
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bowl with melted chocolate and bounty bars on tray

Sugar-free coconut chocolate bars

Curb your sweet cravings the lighter way with these gorgeous coconut chocolate bars, which are free of gluten and refined sugar! When there's a homemade option that's filled with goodness, you'll never reach for a bounty bar again.
Vegan berry and lemon cheesecake

Vegan berry and lemon cheesecake

Berries and lemon are a great match in this vegan take on an old classic. A chocolatey, gluten-free base pairs with a silky coconut cream and cashew butter filling and berry topping to make one all-round knockout of a dessert!
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Blueberry, lemon and lavender loaf

Blueberry, lemon and lavender loaf

This loaf has such a delicate, buttery crumb and with just a hint of lavender to soften the lemon - it’s absolutely gorgeous. Enjoy with a cup of tea for a delectable afternoon snack!
chocolate plum cake with cream on blue plate

Gluten-free chocolate almond cake with plums

With a crown of softly whipped cream and juicy plums, this dessert is simply sublime - and the fact it’s gluten free just makes it even better! Enjoy for a decadent baked treat this summer.
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Italian plum ricotta tart

Italian plum ricotta tart

This tart is just divine and works with pretty much any variety of plum. It’s not too sweet, so you will find that even people who claim not to have a sweet tooth will love it!
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Piña colada pops

Piña colada pops

Put a refreshing spin on everyone's favourite cocktail with this piña colada pops recipe! Perfect for enjoying on a hot day, these frozen treats hit the spot every time.
Summer pavlova ice cream torte

Summer pavlova ice cream torte

Be the star of the show this Christmas with this dazzling dessert idea. Our summer pavlova ice cream torte (which graced the cover of Food magazine's 2019 Christmas issue) is sure to make this year's feast memorable!
Peach trifle roll with raspberry jelly filling

Peach trifle roll with raspberry jelly filling

This peach trifle roll is a Christmas winner! It combines all the components of a trifle – custard, cream, fruit, jelly and sherry – rolled into a soft vanilla sponge that can be prepared ahead of time.
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Profiteroles with homemade mango curd

Profiteroles with homemade mango curd

Create little morsels of sweetness with this mango profiteroles recipe! Homemade pastries are filled with cream and silky mango curd - making a bite-sized dessert that is perfect for your next summer dinner party.
Rustic raspberry mille-feuille

Rustic raspberry mille-feuille

We don't think there's anything quite as heavenly as layers of light, crispy pastry filled with cream and zingy raspberries. Try this mille-feuille for dessert this Christmas... or just whenever you want something a little special!
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Italian lemon and olive oil cake with rosemary

Italian lemon and olive oil cake with rosemary

This cake is so simple to make but bursts with wonderful flavour - perfect for whipping up as a light afternoon treat. Drizzle with lemon and sugar syrup and top with rosemary twigs for a gorgeous finish.
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Sweet Christmas mince shortcake

Nici Wickes’ sweet Christmas mince shortcake

Try something new with your Christmas fruit mince this year with Nici Wickes’ Christmas shortcake. A sweet, crumbly crust is filled with her mum’s ever-reliable mincemeat recipe, and makes a gorgeous gift for friends and family.
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10 gingerbread recipes that taste like Christmas

10 gingerbread recipes that taste like Christmas

Get creative in the kitchen during the lead up to Christmas with these gorgeous spiced gingerbread recipes! They make such a thoughtful idea for gifts, decorations or sweet treats on the day - there's nothing better than homemade.
Classic tiramisu with mascarpone and espresso

Classic tiramisu with mascarpone and espresso

This foolproof recipe for a classic Italian tiramisu is as impressive as it is simple. With silky-smooth mascarpone and a delicious injection of flavour from the espresso, this dish is perfect as a dinner party dessert.
Strawberry & white chocolate ice cream

No-churn strawberry and white chocolate ice cream

Making a tub of creamy, homemade ice cream doesn’t come any easier than this! You don't even need an ice cream maker for this recipe - simply combine all the divine ingredients and let the freezer do the rest of the work.
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Strawberry and cream sponge drops

Strawberry and cream sponge drops

These dainty little strawberry sponge sandwiches are divine! The only problem is, it’s very easy to eat a lot of them - which makes them perfect for dinner parties so they can be gobbled up quickly by your guests.
Plum and mascarpone gelato

Plum and mascarpone gelato

Combine plum pureé, homemade custard and mascarpone cream and you get this magical gelato, which makes a silky, fruity and luxurious treat. Could there be a more delicious way to cool down when the days start to get warmer?
Chocolate, courgette and walnut brownie

Chocolate, courgette and walnut brownie

Sneak vegetables even into the sweetest of treats with the help of this chocolate and walnut brownie recipe! This decadent cake is made even more moist and rich with the addition of grated courgette - no one will suspect a thing!
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Gluten-free spiced banana and strawberry loaf

Gluten-free spiced banana and strawberry loaf

This loaf is perfect for anyone craving a spot of weekend baking, as it does equally well both as a breakfast option (toasted and slathered in butter) or a sweet snack beside a cuppa. Plus, it's free of both gluten and dairy!
walnut cake with espresso mascarpone cream

Walnut cake with espresso mascarpone cream

The true star of this walnut cake recipe is the silky espresso mascarpone cream that is slathered between and on top of each layer. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts and drizzle with honey to finish off this dreamy dessert.
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Ginger pear and pistachio crumbles in ramekins

Ginger, pear and pistachio crumbles

You should never feel guilty about indulging in a well-earned dessert - but if you're wanting to cram a bit more goodness into a pudding, this refined sugar-free ginger, pear and pistachio crumble recipe is perfect!
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Lemon raspberry baked Alaska

Mini lemon raspberry baked Alaskas

Everyone loves an individual dessert and baked Alaska is always a huge crowd-pleaser – it screams effort, yet is deceptively easy to put together. These can be made round or square, just make sure they’re loaded up with tangy lemon curd.
Gooey molten chocolate puddings

Gooey molten chocolate puddings

So popular in restaurants and dead easy to make at home, these chocolate puddings are incredible! Don’t be fooled by imitation recipes where the gooey filling is just undercooked batter – these ones are the real deal.
Nici Wickes' easy lemon flan

Nici Wickes’ easy lemon flan

This is such a simple citrus tart that has become a favourite as it can be made at a minute’s notice. Enjoy either as a light and zingy dessert or with a cup of coffee in the afternoon.
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Easy banana bread with cream cheese filling

Easy banana bread with cream cheese filling

There's a hidden surprise in this banana bread... it's made with a delicious lemony cream cheese filling! Impress your friends and family with this recipe at your next morning tea gathering - it's deceptively simple to make.
Dairy-free avocado and lemon muffins

Dairy-free avocado and lemon muffins

Find out just how well avocado pairs with sweet flavours by whipping up a batch of these gorgeous avocado and lemon muffins. Topped with a delightful lemon frosting, these little treats are just perfect for lunch boxes.
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Chocolate and salted peanut slice

Chocolate and salted peanut slice

This dessert combines lots of superfoods into one gloriously delicious slice! With nuts, coconut sugar, coconut oil, plant-based milk and dark chocolate, this slice is beautifully sweet while also being surprisingly light.
BAKED RICOTTA TARTLETS

Baked ricotta tartlets with zingy orange zest

These ricotta tartlets will be the star of the show at your next morning tea or as a dessert at your upcoming dinner party. Homemade pastry is filled with a silky mixture of ricotta and orange, creating a gorgeous combo of crunchy and creamy.
Berry pie sandwich

Berry pie sandwich

A gorgeous mix between a slice and a sandwich, this sweet treat combines golden and crispy homemade pastry with a bubbling and jammy berry filling. It's perfect eaten cold for morning or afternoon tea!
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9 ricotta cheesecake recipes that are pure indulgence

9 ricotta cheesecake recipes that are pure indulgence

Rich, creamy and silky-smooth, ricotta cheesecake is the perfect dessert for your next special occasion. We've brought together nine of our best recipes, from a baked lemon beauty to a deliciously light lime and strawberry combo.