For the first episode of series 14, the bakers were tasked to bake the most iconic cake on TV - The Great British Bake Off Cake! This was a perfect first challenge due to the simplicity of bake however this cake has to be decorated perfectly to stand out and get that first position in the Technical challenge. Paul Hollywood’s Chocolate Fudge cake is rich, chocolaty and fudgy and the sharpness from the raspberries on top of the cake cuts through that richness so well. Make sure to leave one raspberry off the cake to make it look exactly like the cake in the opening credits of Bake Off!
Here is my take on a classic Key Lime Pie recipe! Most Key Lime Pies are not usually baked, but I found baking the tart gave me a firmer filling which made it perfect for slicing. The filling for this tart is so refreshing, which makes this tart perfect for summer! The tang of limes was balanced by the sweet, creamy custard, all nestled and held together by a sweet crumbly short-crust pastry. If you can get Key Limes you should use them in the recipe (normal limes work perfectly fine too). It's a dessert that sings of sunshine, warm breezes, and the laid-back charm of a summer evening.
In this recipe, we're combining two all-time favourites – cheesecake and brownies. This is an amazing recipe that brings together creamy vanilla cheesecake and rich chocolate brownies. These Cheesecake Brownies are a must-bake, once you have tried one you will want more and more!
The Technical Challenge for bread week in series 9 of The Great British Bake Off was Non-Yeasted Garlic Naan Breads! The bakers had to make 8 of these in a short time frame. The aeration in these naan breads comes from the baking powder that is used in these Naan Breads which can make it a tricky kind of bread to bake!
Get ready to elevate your doughnut game with my Orange, Cardamom, and Vanilla Doughnuts – a perfect blend of citrusy brightness, exotic cardamom spice, and classic vanilla sweetness.
Looking for the perfect recipe for a chocolate, orange, and hazelnut bundt cake? Look no further! This delicious bundt cake combines rich chocolate, bright orange, and nutty hazelnuts for a flavor profile that is both unique and satisfying. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just craving a cozy night in with the family, this chocolate, orange, and hazelnut bundt cake is sure to be a hit. Follow the recipe below to learn how to make this mouthwatering dessert.
These Cinnamon and Cardamon Knots are perfect for cold winter nights, the spices used in this enriched bread add such a nice warmth. This is a nice way variation on a classic Cinnamon Roll, the plaiting stage can be difficult at first but the more you practise the easier it will become! They are even better when they are warm with a hot drink.
Here is a different kind of flavour combination for people who want a change to the standard cupcake flavours. These Rose and Pistachio Cupcakes have a very Middle-Eastern influence, the cupcakes contain ground pistachios which adds such a nice flavour, which is complement by the addition of a bit of rose water in the cupcake batter too. To decorate these cupcakes I decided to use Rose Buttercream, it tasted just like Turkish Delight! Finally to decorate I used a little bit of ground pistachio and some dried rose petals too! This recipe will make around 18 cupcakes.
The Technical Challenge for Week 7 was an 80’s themed challenge, Jam and Custard Doughnuts! This classic doughnut is found in so many British Bakeries. This was a great challenge to practice the bakers frying skills as you can easily over or under bake these doughnuts. Frying these in an electric deep fat fryer makes things a lot easier and will prevent this issue as the temperature is constantly regulated. The filling is a Crème Mousseline which is rich and creamy and to top it off these doughnuts are decorated line a line of strawberry jam to add a little bit of sweetness!
Looking for the ultimate homemade doughnut recipe with a unique twist? These Chocolate Chai Spiced Crème Diplomat filled doughnuts are soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavour in every bite.