It’s that time of year again!

Hello!

Yes, it is that time of year again: Easter! My birthday! Autumn! Impending doom!

Easter!

Which, when it comes to baking and sweet treats, means Hot Cross Buns and Easter Eggs. I’ve just pulled a tray of Chocolate Hot Cross Buns out of the oven, and boy are they delicious! Continue reading “It’s that time of year again!”

Eggless Chocolate and Caramel Swirl Cake

Hello everyone! How are we all post-Easter?

I had a pretty relaxed Easter… did some baking, did some housework, went to church, went for some walks, caught up with friends and family. It was so good to have a break! I had to go into the lab a couple of times, but it wasn’t too bad. Continue reading “Eggless Chocolate and Caramel Swirl Cake”

Chocolate Hot Cross Buns

Happy Easter everybody! It’s a gloriously sunny Good Friday here in Auckland. I’m currently recovering from a nasty cold, which I have generously passed on to my husband, so unfortunately neither of us are making the most of the Autumn sun today. What s shame!

True to my word, I decided to make chocolate hot cross buns. Mmmmm, they’re so good! I’m eating mine fresh out of the oven as I type. I wanted to get this recipe up ASAP to remind you that it’s not too late to make hot cross buns! Quick, get in the kitchen and make some, now! You won’t regret it!  Continue reading “Chocolate Hot Cross Buns”

Hot Cross Buns

Easter is approaching! It is now acceptable to eat Hot Cross Buns and Easter Eggs! Yes!!!

I love Hot Cross buns – fruity and spicy, slathered with butter and served warm with a cup of tea, they make for a perfect Autumn snack. I am not much of a purist and also adore chocolate-flavoured Hot Cross Buns… perhaps I’ll try making some of them soon too. Continue reading “Hot Cross Buns”