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Chocolate Clusters
2007-08-10 00:00:00
This is a quickie chocolate recipe given to me by a friend ages ago! It's called chocolate clusters. It's kinda like non-bake cookies, really.IGNREDIENTS:1 packet 2 mnute oodles100g chocolate melts1 tbsp crunchy peanut butterBreak 2 minute noodles into small pieces.  Combine noodles with chocolate and peanut butter. Spoon chocolate noodle mixture on a grease proof papered tray.Flatten to shape into cookie form.Refrigerate until set.
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Coconut Macaroons
2007-07-27 00:00:00
This delicious coconut macaroons in cups are something I had in the Philippines during my toddler days. It's the best macaroons recipe ever!INGREDIENTS:1 tbsp  butter1 can  condensed milk1 cup  white sugar1/3 tsp  vanilla1 cup  self raising flour - sift1 cup  dessicated coconut2  eggsMELT butterADD condensed milk and sugarSTIR in sifted flourADD coconut then eggsMIX wellSCOOP tablespoonfuls of mixture into small paper cupsBAKE in preheated 180 degrees oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown
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Magic Slice
2007-07-23 00:00:00
What is this thing called magic slice? First I heard about it was from one of my sisters - it's a recipe found on a can of condensed milk. Maybe they didn't know what else to call another slice made from condensed milk so they named it magic slice.INGREDIENTS:1 1/2 cups crushed plain sweet biscuits75g  butter - melted1 cup  milk chocolate chips1 cup raisins1 cup desicated coconut1 cup flaked almonds1 can of sweetened condensed milk (395g)GREASE and line lamington panCOMBINE biscuit crumbs and butterPRESS mixture into panSPRINKLE choc chips over crumb crustTOP with raisins, coconut and almontPOUR condensed milk evenly over topBAKE on preheated 180 degrees oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until top is golden brown and the centre is firmCHILL and slice into squares
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Chocolate Pudding
2007-06-20 00:00:00
This is a self saucing chocolate pudding that is a delicious comfort food for winter. Great served with freshly whipped cream.INGREDIENTS:1 cup  self raising flour2 tsps  cocoa1/4 cup  butter1/2 cup  caster sugar1  egg - beaten1/2 cup  milkSAUCE:1/2 cup  brown sugar1 tbsps  cocoa1 1/4 cups  boiling waterCREAM butter and caster sugarADD egg, mix wellMIX in the 2 tsps cocoaSTIR in flour and milk alternatelyPOUR into dishMAKE sauce by combining brown sugar and the cocoaSPRINKLE this on top of pudding mixturePOUR boiling water gently over all thisBAKE in moderate oven for 45 minutes
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Banana Doughnuts
2007-06-05 00:00:00
This banana doughnuts recipe is something I came up with myself - from my pancake batter and bananas. So quick, you'll have something to serve up with coffee or tea right away.INGREDIENTS:1/2 cup  self raising flour2 tbps  sugar1  egga bit of milk1 tsp melted butter4  bananas - chopped in thick slicesoil for deep fryingcaster sugar for coatingMIX the batter until combinedDIP sliced bananasDEEP FRY until golden brownCOAT in caster sugarSERVE warm
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Cheesecake Ice-cream
2007-06-05 00:00:00
I tasted a cheesecake ice-cream in Baskin's one time but haven't come across is since. This cheesecake ice-cream is close to that and is just delish! Give it a whirl if you're tired of the ol' vanilla or chocolate flavour.INGREDIENTS:250g  cream cheese - softened1/3 cup  caster sugar1/2 tsp  vanilla extract1/2 cup  thickened cream100g  toblerone chocolate - chopped1.25L  vanilla ice-cream, softenedBEAT cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smoothADD cream, graduallyBEAT until combinedFOLD cream cheese mixture and toblerone through softened ice-cream.TRANSFER in an airtight containerFREEZE for 4 to 5 hours or until firmSERVE as is on a soft choc chip cookie.
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Cornflakes Cookies
2007-06-05 00:00:00
Cornflake cookies are quite nice and fairly easy to make. They have been a fav of mine at one time and this recipe is the most simple one I found. Of course, they don't have sultanas in them as I end up picking them out, anyway!INGREDIENTS:1/4 cup  softenend butter1 cup  self raising flour3/4 cup  white sugar1  eggcornflakesCREAM butter and sugar until light and fluffyADD egg, beat wellFOLD in sifted flour ROLL teaspoonfuls of mixture in lightly crushed cornflakesPUT on greased oven tray - allow room for spreadingBAKE in moderate oven 10 to 15 minutesFor those who like sultanas with the cookies, fold in 1 cup alternatively with flour.
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Toron Banana Fritters
2007-06-05 00:00:00
Toron is a sweet springroll from the Philippines, made out of bananas and spring roll wrapper. It's deep fried and best served warm.INGREDIENTS:4  bananas8  spring roll wrappers1/4 cup sugarvegetable oil for cookingPEEL and slice lengthwise each banana into two partsWRAP each slice in lumpia wrapperTUCIN in and fold the two endsFRY them in moderately hot oil until they are golden brownDRAIN on paper towlROLL each piece in sugar or dust with icing sugarSERVE while the wrappers are still crunchy.My mum has also added slices of jackfruit (from can) with the banana and it's quite interesting. Other options is to add honey with banana if you don't want to coat it later on with sugar.
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Sweet French Toast
2007-05-30 00:00:00
This simple, easy to make french toast is sweet and the ingredients are something most of us usually have. Great served on its own or with jam, fruits or maple syrup. Yum!INGREDIENTS:4 slices of white bread1 egg2 tbsps  sugar1/2 cup  milkdrop of vanillabutter  (for frying)BEAT egg in shallow bowlADD sugar, milk and vanillaMIX wellDIP slices of bread in the mixtureFRY in butter until gold brown
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Chocolate Mousse
2007-05-04 00:00:00
Chocolate mousse is surprisingly easy to make and a creamy delicious treat!INGREDIENTS:250g   dark chocolate3  eggs1/4 cup  caster sugar1 cup  cream - whippedPLACE choc in heatproof bowlSTIR over a pan of simmering water until melted and smoothSET aside to coolBEAT eggs and sugar in a small bowl for 5 mins or until thick, pale and increased in volumeTRANSFER mixture to a larger bowlFOLD melted chocolate into mixture using metal spoonFOLD in whipped creamWORK quickly and lightly until just combinedSPOON mousse into dessert glassesMAKES about 4 to 5 
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Raw Sugar Apple Muffins
2007-05-04 00:00:00
This apple cinnamon muffins recipe is from a raw sugar cake recipe I got somewhere online and just added grated apples to make it moist and even nicer!INGREDIENTS:1 1/2 cups plain flour1/2 cup raw sugar2 tsps baking powder1/2 tsp salt1/4 cup softened butter - cut into pieces1/2 cup milk1 large egg2 apples - gratedSTIR together dry ingredients.CUT butter into ingredients with a pastry blender or two knives until mixture is crumbly.COMBINE milk and eggSTIR into flour mixture, stirring until just moistened - mixture will resemble a soft dough.MIX filling ingredients in a small bowlPRESS half the batter into 12 greased 2½-inch muffin cups.Raw Sugar and Walnut Mix:1/4 cup raw sugar1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1 tbspn softened butter1 tbspn self raising flour1 tbspn ground cinnamon SPRINKLE with filling and top with remaining batter.TOP muffins with walnut mixBAKE for 20 to 25 minutes in moderate oven or until knife in...
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Creamy Fruit Salad
2007-04-25 00:00:00
This creamy fruit salad recipe is Filipino style. Super creamy, super delicious!INGREDIENTS:1 large can  fruit cocktail/ fruit salad1 punnet  strawberries1 large  red delicious apple1/2 can  condensed milk1 cup  thick cream1 jar sweetened coconut palms (optional - can be found in asian stores)DRAIN fruit saladCHOP strawberries into quartersSLICE apple into thin pieces or small cubesMIX fruits in large bowl with coconut palmsADD condensed milk and creamCOMBINE well CHILL in freezer or fridgeSERVE cold
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Orange Poppyseed Cake
2007-04-24 00:00:00
Orange poppyseed cake with cream cheese icing is a great alternative from the regular and more popular cakes like chocolate and banana cake. You can't go wrong with a home baked tasting cake - way better than packet cakes!INGREDIENTS:1  navel orange125g  unsalted butter - softened3/4 cup  caster sugar2  eggs1 tbsp  poppy seeds1 1/2 cups  self raising flour1/4 cup  milkGRATE skin of orange then squeeze juice - set asideBEAT butter and sugar until pale and creamyADD eggs one at a time, beating well after each additionSTIR in rind and seedsFOLD in flour  until well combinedADD milk and 1/4 cup of juiceSTIR wellSPOON into greased loaf tine lined with grease-proof paperBAKE for 50 minutes in moderate oven until goldenTEST with skewerREST in cake pan for 5 minutesTURN onto wire rack to cool before icingCream Cheese Icing:60g  cream cheese - softened30g  butter - softened1 1/2 cups icing sugar - siftedBEAT ingredients together until smooth...
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Coconut Ice
2007-04-21 00:00:00
Coconut Ice is basically icing sugar slice with coconut! Super sweet that I didn't know what to make of it the first time I tried it. This particular Coconut Ice recipe has condensed milk in it, therefore it doesn't feel like you're eating scoops of icing sugar.INGREDIENTS:2 1/2 cups  sifted icing sugar250g  desicated coconut400g can  condensed milk1 tsp  vanillapink food coloringMIX icing sugar, coconut and vanilla in a bowlADD condensed milk and mix wellPRESS half mixture into greased and greased-paper lined 20cm slab tinCOLOR remaining half with pink food coloring, press evenly on top of whiteREMOVE from tin when set - chill in the fridge for a few hoursCUT into squares
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Almond Biscuits (Kourabiethes)
2007-04-19 00:00:00
This recipe is for delicious sugared almond biscuits called Kourabiethes (from Greece). I recently dined in a Meditaranian restaurant and had some of these wonderful cookies with coffee then remembered seeing the recipe in one of my food mags from years ago. Gave it a whirl and it was truly scrumptious!INGREDIENTS:250g  butter - softened2 1/2 cups  pure icing sugar2 tsps  vanilla extract1 orange - rind finely grated1  egg - room temperature2 1/2 cups  plain flour1 tsp  baking powder1/2 cup  almond meal (ground almonds)PREHEAT oven to 160 degrees CelsiusLINE 2 flat baking trays with baking paperBEAT butter, 1 cups of the icing sugar, vanilla and orange rind in a bowl until pale and creamyADD egg and beat until well combinedSIFT flour and baking powder over mixtureADD almond mealSTIR until dough comes togetherROLL out 1 tbsp of dough per biscuit - shape into 8cm long and bend to form crescent shapesPLACE on baking trays, allowing room for spreadingBA...
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Meringues
2007-03-27 00:00:00
Sweet treats that melt in your mouth! Meringues are easy to make, although slow on the baking side of things.INGREDIENTS:2  egg whites1/4 tsp  salt1/2 cup  caster sugar3 drops  vanillaADD salt to egg whites and beat until stiffADD sugar gradually and continue to beat until very thickSTIR in vanillaPIPE into shapes on trayBAKE at 110 degrees C for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, reducing temperature during cookingCOOL on cake coolerYou can also drop food colouring as an alternative to make colourful meringues or add different flavours instead of just vanilla - chocolate, coffee, rasperry or even choc chips!
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Rock Cakes
2007-03-27 00:00:00
Rock cakes are like scones that've gone hard! They're like thick chunky biscuits that's sweet and spicy. I have grown to like them as one time, whilst staying at someone's house, they had nothing else to have with coffee but rock cakes! They're supposed to be cakes but I classify them more as thick cookies.INGREDIENTS:2 cups  self raising flour1/4  tsp  mixed spice1/3 cup  butter1/3 cup  caster sugar2 tbsps  sultanas or raisins2 tbsps  currants1  egg - beaten1/2 cup  milkSIFT flour and spiceRUB butter into flourADD sugar and dried fruitsMIX with egg and milk to form a stiff doughPLACE spoonfuls of mixture on greased trayBAKE at 200 degrees C until golden brown for 10 to 15 minutesCOOL on wire rack
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Lemon Delicious Pudding
2007-03-20 00:00:00
This lemon delicious pudding is nice and tangy and a great winter treat... served with ice-cream! INGREDIENTS:1 tbsp  butter1/4 cup  caster sugar1 tbsp  plain flour2 tbsps  self raising flour2 lemons - rind and juice2 eggs - separated1 cup  milkMIX butter and sugarSTIR in flours, lemon juice and rindADD eggs yolks and milk - beat wellBEAT egg whites in separate bowl until stiffFOLD into mixturePOUR into dishSTAND dish in tray with waterBAKE at 190 degrees C for 25 minutes until set and lightly brownedSERVE with cream or ice-cream
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Melt 'n' Mix Mud Cake
2007-03-20 00:00:00
Delicious chunky chocolate mud cake that's quick and easy to make!INGREDIENTS:200g  butter - chopped300g  good quality dark chocolate1/4 cup  hot water1/4 cup  cocoa powder1 tsp  vanilla1 cup  caster sugar3 eggs - lightly beaten3/4 cup  self raising flour*chocolate fudge icing or icing sugarPLACE butter, 200g of the 300g dark chocolate and hot water in a heatproof, microwave-safe bowl.HEAT in microwave (uncovered) on High for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring every minute with a metal spoon or until smoothADD cocoa to warm chocolate mixtureSTIR until moothADD in vanilla, caster sugar and egg - stril until well combinedSIFT flour over chocolate mixtureSTIR gently to combinePOUR half the batter into cake panCHOP remaining chocolate and sprinkle half over batterTOP with remaining batter and chopped chocolateBAKE for 55 to 60 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre has moist crumbs clinging.ALLOW cake to cool completely in panREMOVE and dust with ic...
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Quick Chocolate Fudge Icing
2007-03-20 00:00:00
This chocolate fudge icing recipe is fuss-free and super quick!INGREDIENTS:2 cups  icing sugar3/4 cup  cocoa powder1 tbsp  melted butterwaterSIFT icing sugar and cocoa in a bowlADD melted butterSTIR in enough water to create a smooth, fudgey consistencyPOUR over cake or ice-cream* ADD or lessen cocoa powder to suit
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Chocolate Ripple Cake
2007-02-26 11:48:02
Chocolate Ripple Cake is simply chocolate ripple cookies sandwiched together with fresh whipped cream. Too easy! INGREDIENTS:chocolate ripple cookieswhipped creamALTERNATE cookies and cream on a tray or plateSPREAD more cream on top of the logsREFRIGERATE for a few good hours or overnight until the cookies are softChocolate ripple cookies are hard to find these days so for an alternative, try Oreos or other crunchy chocolate cookies.
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Pancakes
2007-02-26 11:48:02
Pancakes are very easy to make and this recipe gives delicious pancakes every time.INGREDIENTS:1 cup  self raising flour1  egg1 tsp  vanilla3/4 cup  milk1 tbsp butter - melted3 tbsps  white sugarpinch of saltCOMBINE dry ingredients in a bowlMIX egg, milk, vanilla and melted butter in a smaller bowlADD this to dry ingredientsFOLD through - do not over mix the batterHEAT fry pan over medium heatADD butter and pour small amount of batter on pan to create round pancakeTURN over the pancake when the top starts to form bubblesREMOVE from pan and repeat processSERVE with your choice of topping
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Jam Cookies
2007-02-26 11:48:02
Cookies to brighten the day - sweet and fancy.INGREDIENTS:125g  butter1/3 cup  sugar1.2 tsp  vanilla1 egg3/4 cup  self raising flour1/3 cup  plain flour2 tbps  cornflour2 tbps  jam (approximately)CREAM butter, sugar and vanilla until ingredients cling togetherADD egg, beat only until combinedADD half the sifted dry ingredients and mix with wooden spoonADD remaining sifted dry ingredients, mix wellTAK rounded teaspoons of mixutre, roll into ballsPLACE apart on lightly greased oven trays lined with baking paperPUSH into centre of each cookie and place 1/4 tsp jam into hollowed centreBAKE in moderate oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until light golden brownCOOL on wire rack
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Quick Mix Butter Cake
2007-02-26 11:48:02
This is a very easy, very quick butter cake recipe. Top with whatever icing you like or simply dust with icing sugar.INGREDIENTS:150g  butter2/3 cup  castor sugar3  eggs1 cup  self raising flourPlease Note: butter and eggs should be at room temperatureCOMBINE ingredients in a bowlBEAT on low speed of electric mixer until well combinedINCRESE speed to medium and beat further for a few minutes until mixture changes in colour and is smoothSPREAD evenly into well greased small cake tinBAKE in moderate oven for 30 minutes or until cooked when tested.
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Tiramisu
2007-02-26 11:48:02
Tiramisu is a classic creamy Italian dessert that's quite easy to make. Here's a recipe I've tried and enjoyed.INGREDIENTS:6  eggs - separated1 2/3 cups  icing sugar500g  mascarpone cheese250ml  thickened cream250ml  strong black coffee (1 cup water + 1 tbsp instant coffee)175ml  kahlua (or tia maria)20  sponge fingersBEAT egg yolks and icing sugar together until thick and paleFOLD in mascarponeWHIP cream in a separate bowlADD to mascarpone mixture until smooth and well combinedWHISK egg whites in separate bowl until soft peaks formFOLD through mascarpone mixtureCOMBINE coffee and liquer in another bowlSPREAD 1/3 of mascarpone mixture over a rectangular dishDIP each sponge finger in coffee/liquer mix for a couple of seconds and place in single layer over mascarpone mixADD another mascarpone layer, then another soaked sponge finger layerFINISH with mascarpone layerREFRIGERATE for 6 hours or overnightDUST with chocolate powder and serve

Chocolate Chip Cookies
2007-02-15 23:42:02
This is a recipe for classic chocolate chip cookies. I found this at the back of a milk chocolate chips packet - slightly altered that it's not so sickly sweet. It's quite simple to do and one of the nicer choc chip cookies I've made.INGREDIENTS:125g  butter3/4 cup  brown sugar3/4 cup  castor sugar1 tsp  vanilla1  egg1 1/2 cups  self raising flour1 packet of 230g  milk chocolate chips (Cadbury)CREAM butter and sugars until light and fluffyMIX in the vanilla essense and eggSTIR in flour until combinedADD choc chipsPLACE teaspoons of mixture on greased baking tray (do not flatten)BAKE in moderate oven ofr 10 to 15 minutes
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Valentine's Day Sweets
2007-02-15 23:42:02
My sweetie gave me some pink lamingtons with hearts and delicious heart shaped cookies today for Vale nti ne 's Day so I was inspired to look at some more lovely photos of heart shaped cakes and sweets. <drool>   From top to bottom:Pink cupcake, Chocolate cakes dusted with icing sugar shaped as hearts, cappuccino with heart cocoa, lemon tart heart, heart shaped baked rasperry swirled cheesecakes and red jelly cheesecake slices, heart chocolate cake and hearty donnuts. Yummo!
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Lamingtons
2007-02-15 23:42:02
Lamingtons are Australia's national cakes. They are sponge cakes cut into squares and dipped in chocolate icing then covered with dessicated coconut. I actually never encountered these little cakes until I moved here in Australia. So far, the best lamingtons I've ever had were made by a mother who used to bake them for my sister's ballet fund raising. They were the soft fluffy sponge cake covered in mouth watering chocolate sauce rolled on dessicated coconut. It was kinda messy but had that fresh homemade taste. If I buy lamingtons in the shops they tend to not be that nice or they have jam in between, which I don't really like.This recipe is something I came across online and I have yet to try it. It's supposedly a fluffy sponge so one of these days, I might give it a whirl - maybe for my son's school fund raiser!Pictured below are chocolate and pink lamingtons and a cream-filled lamington. INGREDIENTS:Sponge:4  eggs - separated3/4 cup  castor sugar3/4 cup  cor...
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Streusel Coffee Cake
2007-02-12 05:38:02
The topping on this streusel coffee cake is yummy. It's gotta be made and chilled an hour before you make the actual cake. Serve warm after it's just been baked or room temperature whenever you want a nice cake with coffee or tea.INGREDIENTS:Topping:1/2 cup  plain flour2 tsps  cinnamon60g  butter1/4 cup  brown sugarCOMBINE dry ingredients well.RUB in butter thoroughlyROLL into a ball and refrigerate until firmCake :125g  butter1/2 cup  whitesugar1 tsp  vanilla2  eggs1 cup  self raising flour1/2 cup  plain flour3 tbsps  milkCREAM together butter and sugar until light and fluffy then add vanillaADD eggs in one at a time, beating well after each additionSIFT flours and add to creamed mixture alternatively with milkMIX thoroughlySPREAD into a greased lamington tinGRATE topping over cakeBAKE in moderate overn 34 to 40 minutes
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Raspberry Cheesecake
2007-02-11 11:37:03
I'm usually a baked cheesecake kinda person but when my sister let me try her no-bake raspberry cheesecake, I just loved it that it's become on of my all time favs. This raspberry cheesecake is just absolutely scrumptious!INGREDIENTS:Base:250g  sweet plain biscuits160g  butter - meltedPROCESS biscuits in blender until it resembles fine breadcrumbsTRANSFER to a large bowlADD melted butter and combine wellPRESS mixture into a 20cm springform tin with baking paperCHILL in fridge for 1/2 an hourFilling:3 tsp  gelatine1/4 cup  water250g  light cream cheese3/4 cup  castor sugar300g  thickened cream - whipped220g  raspberriesSPRINKLE gelatine over water in a heatproof jugSTAND jug in a saucepan of simmering waterSTIR gelatine until dissolvedREMOVE from heat and cool for 5 minutesBEAT cream cheese and sugar until smooth STIR gelatine mixture into cream cheese mixture FOLD in whipped creamADD half of the raspberries to mixture and gently fold through...
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