Recipes

Spiced Chai Shortbread

Spiced Chai Shortbread

With Christmas just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to bake something special. These Chai Spiced Shortbread cookies are a festive take on the classic, combining buttery goodness with the aromatic flavours of our...
Dani's Hedgehog Slice

Dani's Hedgehog Slice

Meet Dani, the heart and soul behind Spongedrop, a cakery that’s become a bit of an institution in Mt Maunganui. She’s transformed the old Mount i-SITE building, just a short stroll from the beach and...
Walnut Blondie Recipe

Walnut Blondie Recipe

This didn't last long at all in our household! The key to its indulgent flavour? Brown sugar. Its deep caramel notes bring a beautiful warmth to every bite, perfectly complementing the nutty crunch of roasted...
Crustless Lemon Cheesecake

Crustless Lemon Cheesecake

This crustless baked lemon cheesecake is the perfect dessert for when you need to impress a crowd. It’s large, rich, and creamy, making it ideal for sharing at gatherings or special occasions. Without the fuss...
Shehnaz's Earl Grey Cake Recipe

Shehnaz's Earl Grey Cake Recipe

We recently sat down with the talented Shehnaz and talked about her for-charity cookbook, among many other things. If you missed it, you can read it over on our journal, here. Today, we're sharing her recipe...
Sally's Plum Cake Recipe

Sally's Plum Cake Recipe

There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about a plum cake. In this simple recipe from our good friend Sally, jammy canned Dorris plums are used on top of a tender cake base.      Sally shares: "If you...
Cinnamon Swirl Recipe

Cinnamon Swirl Recipe

If you're someone who relishes a café-style cinnamon scroll alongside your favourite cup of tea, these puff pastry cinnamon swirls are bound to become your new go-to treat!Traditional cinnamon buns are loved for their delicately...
Double Chocolate Anzac Recipe

Double Chocolate Anzac Recipe

  If your heart sings at the thought of chewy, golden Anzac biscuits, prepare to fall in love with this layered slice. The oaty coconut biscuit base serves as the perfect canvas for a decadent brownie filling....
The Lightest, Fluffiest Pancake Recipe

The Lightest, Fluffiest Pancake Recipe

  My son Harry and I make these pancakes for the girls every other weekend, and in our opinion, we find them to be the lightest, most fluffiest pancakes! Soft, luxurious in texture, and utterly...
Tangerine Tonic Recipe

Tangerine Tonic Recipe

Fancy a refreshing ice tea beverage? This simple recipe uses our new limited release Tangerine tea with the addition of tonic water and a garnish of your choice. It delivers the citrusy sweetness of the...