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Posted under – Baking

15 March 2018

World Book Day and Welsh Cakes

I love World Book day so much. Making is obviously my thing and so I know that I don't get the feeling of dread that fills some parents (for me that will happen with any maths/science/sport related school projects that require help!) but I just think its so wonderful the way that the children all get so enthusiastic about what character they are and what they'll be wearing for that part.

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2 February 2018

Valentine’s Biscuits and Books

We make shortbread lots - most people love it so its a pretty safe bet for playdate treats and gifts, and because it uses so few ingredients I generally always have them to hand to make a quick batch.

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18 January 2018

#jellyGOODfun

The girls always come out of school ravenous, even on the fish and chip day of school dinners of which I'm pretty sure they must lick the plates clean! So I'm always trying to make sure I have snacks to hand for our journey home. And while I do enjoy making energy balls and healthy flapjacks etc, there isn't always time and sometimes something to grab and go with is just the simplest option.

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8 January 2018

Feasting on Banana Flapjacks

In case your Monday is in need of some sweetness here is my recipe for the fruitiest, most delicious flapjacks. It's coincidently dairy free so perfect for any of my vegan friends or those partaking in Veganuary.

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4 January 2018

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! I know it can be a bit of a cliche but I love the start of a new year, I love looking back over the last year and planning lovely things for the future. I think I'm going to do a separate post about all my hopes for this new year, but for now I thought I'd just take a liitle look back over our Christmas.

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6 November 2017

Comforting Cinnamon Cake and Autumn Makes

There is nothing I like more in the autumn then coming in from a windy walk and indulging in a hot tea with a wedge of cake. This cinnamon cake is light as a feather and super comforting in these colder months. The recipe also happens to be really simple with few ingredients, so its easy to whip one up for last minute for guests or cake hungry tummies!

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