Spider Web Biscuits
If I’m honest, these Spider Web Biscuits were a bit of an after thought for me this year. For those who know me, this statement is often unexpected to hear… I’m not big on Halloween. Don’t get me wrong, the spooky aesthetic and dark décor certainly appeals to my inner-goth. In fact I usually find […]
Krispy Date Slice
Dates seem to have had a real jump in popularity in recent years…the dried fruit that is! It seems like most breakfast and health food bars now use a date-base, which is understandable, given they hold lots of health benefits. However, healthy is not a word you’d use to describe this Krispy Date Slice. Delicious […]
Rhubarb Crumble
I’ve always found rhubarb to be quite an underrated vegetable (yes, it is technically a vegetable – yes, I did just Google that to check!). Underrated even though it seems like every other garden in the UK has it growing in abundance. So what do you do with all that extra rhubarb in your garden, […]
Cheese Scones
Whenever I share a scone recipe, I always say it’s my favourite and each time I genuinely mean it! The truth is, I’m just a bit of a scone super-fan…whose favourite changes almost daily. Today? Today my favourite is cheese scones. And I have the very best cheese scone recipe for you to try too. […]
Nanaimo Slice
Have you heard of Nanaimo Slice? Also often called Nanaimo Bars! This is one of many recipes I came across in Granny’s repertoire that left me intrigued. My first question…how do you even pronounce it?! A quick Google search told me that it is pronounced “nuh-nai-mow“. And that it is also a city in Canada! […]
Jam Donuts
Name me one thing that is better than a fresh Jam Donut. Soft doughy balls, stuffed full of your favourite flavour of jam, in a generous coating of sweet sugar. I will wait. Now we’ve established that Jam Donuts truly are top tier sweet treats, lets talk about why you should make a batch of […]
Hungarian Chocolate Biscuits
Recipe originally published June 2016. Updated and republished in April 2022. Granny has this drawer in her kitchen. This particular drawer is quite special. It’s the drawer that if organised, could form an entire series of cookbooks. It could only be described as Granny’s Recipe Drawer. These Hungarian Chocolate Biscuits is one of – what […]
Soda Bread
Happy St Patrick’s Day! Having shared a couple of Welsh recipes for St David’s Day earlier this month, it seemed only right that I shared an Irish recipe for today. And what is a more iconic Irish bake than Soda Bread? Similar to that of our Welsh Cakes and Bara Brith recipes, I was keen […]
Welsh Cakes
It’s no secret that here at Baking with Granny, we are a very Scottish family – in fact we have a large selection of Scottish recipes. With that in mind, Welsh Cakes may come as a bit of surprise. That being said, we do actually have a lot of family in Wales. Papa in particular […]
Bara Brith
Happy St David’s Day! Or to our Welsh cousins, “Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus!” It is no secret that here at Baking with Granny we are firmly a Scottish family but in celebration of the National Welsh holiday, we have managed to obtain a couple of traditional Welsh recipes to share with you. The first being […]
Almond Slice
Recipe originally published May 2017. Updated and republished in February 2022. A sure sign of a recipe being a winner is when half of it is gone before I even manage to get photos! I knew the kids would like Almond Slice, given their love for Mr Kipling Bakewell Slices but I hadn’t anticipated making […]
Butterfly Cakes
My kids reaction upon seeing these Butterfly Cakes in my kitchen was, “wooooah, look at those cupcakes!” What was a perfectly innocent response of glee and excitement actually made me feel a unexpected pang of sadness. When I think of my childhood and in particular birthday parties, a few foods come to mind. Cocktail sausages, […]
Scottish Macaroons
Whenever I ask people what recipe they would like to see the most on Baking with Granny, Scottish Macaroons is the one that is requested, more than any other recipe. Always with one stipulation…”the kind made with potato!” Yes, you read that right…potato! Mashed potato to be exact. And in my experience, I find not […]
Meringues
There’s a handful of things which Granny has baked throughout my childhood, that to this day can transport me back in time. Just the mere smells of meringues baking takes me back to Granny’s kitchen circa 1998, when she used to churn out dozens of them for the local cafes to serve.
Hot Cross Buns
More than just a nursery rhyme, hot cross buns are a staple bake for Easter time here in the UK. Homemade is always better – fact! Brighter days are coming! The weather is (somewhat) improving, the nights are lighter and the new leaves are starting to appear on the trees. All the signs that Spring […]
Sticky Toffee Pudding
There’s one pudding that always makes an appearance in the Baking with Granny household at Christmas (or any special occasion to be honest) and that is Sticky Toffee Pudding. Why Sticky Toffee Pudding is always a winner in our house is simple…it is amazing! A real family favourite for all of us; soft, sticky sponge, […]
Pumpkin Biscuits
Hands up if you can’t quite believe we’re into October 2020? It has been a rather crazy year, that’s for sure. And it would seem that Halloween, much like the rest of 2020, will be somewhat different this year. It’s for that reason I decided to make this Pumpkin Biscuits recipe. For a while now […]
Viennese Fingers
My tried and tested, easy recipe for Viennese finger biscuits – no piping bag required! There’s a few recipes that I’ve set myself a challenge to perfect over the years and Viennese Fingers is definitely one of those. And let me tell you, it’s been a long, bumpy road! Biscuits are one of my most […]
School Cake
A British classic from the golden days of school dinners, old School Cake is a simple sponge cake, topped with a thick layer of white icing and a generous amount of rainbow sprinkles. Served with custard (pink or otherwise!) or on its own, the pudding that takes you straight back to the dinner hall. When […]
Gingernuts
I’m going through a serious biscuit obsession at the moment. I used to be all about chocolate but since switching to a more plant-based diet, biscuits are my new go-to for a sugar hit. And Gingernuts are up there as one of my most favourites. These Gingernuts have everything you’d expect from any ginger biscuit. […]
Carrot Cake
This classic Carrot Cake is soft, moist, spiced, and slathered in the dreamiest buttercream icing. It’s the kind of bake that you’ll make time and time again – perfect with a cuppa. In This Post Amy’s Notes Questions & Answers Questions & Answers Carrot Cake Recipe Free-from & Vegan Hacks There’s a few conversations from […]
Rasp Buns
Another easy-to-make, traditionally Scottish recipe. Rasp Buns are not only quick to make but they are so delicious that they’ll quickly disappear too! The world is a strange place right now. And if you’re someone reading this in the future, this recipe for Rasp Buns was published in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic… One […]
Easy Bread
>Bread is a recipe I’ve wanted to share on Baking with Granny for quite some time, and right now with all that is going on in the world, it seems like a pretty good time to get my bum in gear and share our Easy Bread recipe with the world. Bread is always one of […]
Pineapple Tarts
There’s many recipes I’ve talked about on Baking with Granny which I never realised were regional to Scotland. And it wasn’t until I started researching Pineapple Tarts that I found they are a somewhat exclusively Scottish treat. I can always remember being drawn to Pineapple Tarts, staring at them through the glass cabinet at our […]
Coffee Kisses
Delicious coffee biscuits, sandwiched together with coffee buttercream – coffee kisses are a real treat for any coffee lover. Do you know what makes me feel like I’m failing as a mother more than any other thing…? My dislike for coffee. There, I said it. I’m not a coffee fan. So the process of making […]
Biscoff Cheesecake
If you’re looking for an overindulgent pudding, you’ve come to the right place. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you the only cheesecake you will ever need, perfect for finishing off your Christmas dinner… Biscoff Cheesecake! In fact, this cheesecake is perfect for finishing any kind of meal. Creamy, sweet and jam packed with biscuits. And […]
Gingerbread Truffles
After Granny’s Christmas Truffles were such a hit last year, I thought I’d have a go at another kind of truffle this festive season. After a bit of consideration I decided to go with one of my favourite festive flavours and whip together some Gingerbread Truffles. I think the best sign of being on to […]
Vegan No-sausage Rolls
I love myself a sweet recipe, that’s no secret. But when it comes to recipes at this time of year, it’s good to have some savoury options available too. With endless Christmas parties, you need snacks to feed the masses and these Vegan No-sausage Rolls are sure to be a hit with your plant-based friends, […]
Chocolate Orange Fudge
When it comes to festive flavours, there’s a few that will always be iconic in my books. Gingerbread, peppermint and mixed spice to name a few; any recipe involving them and I need a Michael Buble playlist to accompany it. Along with those is of course chocolate orange and this Chocolate Orange Fudge is the […]
Peppermint Slice
It’s no secret how much I love a tray bake. They’re some of the easiest recipes to make and everyone has a favourite. One of the most requested tray bakes we get though is Peppermint Slice. This super simple tray bake is a big favourite with The Boys. Both have recently discovered mint-chocolate ice cream […]
Donuts
Irresistible little mini ring donuts, made with our ultimate doughnut recipe, which can be used for any kind of doughnut. Who doesn’t love a donut? Fresh from the fryer, coated in sugar, glazed to perfection or filled with something sweet. The options are endless and oh-so delicious! One of the great things about homemade donuts […]
Coffee Buns
In the interest of being upfront, there’s something I should mention about this recipe for Coffee Buns before we get started… They contain no coffee. None at all. Let me explain…
Paradise Slice
It was a first for me to be inspired to bake something, purely because my sons have become obsessed with George Ezra! Of course Paradise Slice has been around a lot longer than the song Paradise. This wasn’t a bake I was really familiar with other than by name but when I seen the recipe […]
Sultana Cake
In This Post Amy’s Notes Ingredients Explanation Recipe Video Scottish Sultana Cake Recipe Sometimes it’s the most simple of cakes that has the biggest impact. And this delicious Sultana Cake is definitely one of those. Best enjoyed with a cup of tea and good company! When it comes to being in the mood for baking, […]
Foodies Christmas 2018
A few weeks back I joined the lovely team from Foodies Festival at the EICC in Edinburgh for another Foodies Christmas. Having taken part in the festival last Christmas, I was really looking forward to a weekend filled with festive fun and good food!
Yule Log
When it comes to favourite Christmas desserts, not much can beat a traditional Christmas Pudding. But if there’s anything that can compete with the old British favourite, it has to be a Christmas Yule Log. Not only is it a delicious chocolate treat but it’s also the perfect sweet finish for even the most (over)indulgent […]
Christmas Truffles
When it comes to Christmas, who doesn’t love a wee home made gift? Especially one you can eat! If you’re looking for the perfect edible gift for friends and family, look no further than Granny’s Christmas Truffles. As far as Christmas baking goes, it doesn’t get much easier than this. In fact, I feel like […]
Highlander Shortbread
The most delicious shortbread recipe…Highlander Shortbread have all the best best bits of any shortbread, but with a demerara edging making them next level. Recently someone asked Granny, “what’s your favourite thing to bake?” and without hesitation, she answered with “Shortbread!” I’ve already shared Granny’s famous Shortbread recipe but inspired by recent events, I thought […]
Crunchy Peanut Cookies
Hi, hello! There’s been a bit of an unintentional radio silence on here of late which I can only apologise for. I’m never sure how much real life stuff people want on here, so tend to stick to the baking. So to help ease me back into the kitchen, here’s another classic from Granny’s little […]
Scottish Daily Mail
If you follow Baking with Granny on Facebook you will have seen the excitement over the fact we recently done a 5-day feature of recipes with the Scottish Daily Mail. Unfortunately, our feature clashed with the arrival of the “Beast from East”, meaning we were unable to get the last few days worth of newspapers […]
Dundee Cake
When it comes to cake, I still feel like I’m on a journey of discovery. Cakes were always what Granny made when I was growing up and as such, I never really took to them. Too much of a good thing! But since growing up and moving away from home, I have rediscovered cake in […]
Perkins
Sweetly spiced biscuits, made with oats and topped with an almond. Perkins biscuits are the perfect accompaniment to a cuppa. One of my most favourite things to have happened since starting Baking with Granny is people sharing what they used to bake with their own Granny. It was never the initial expectation behind sharing Granny’s […]
Chocolate Peppermint Creams
I don’t know about you but alongside spending time with family, my favourite part of Christmas is the food! From something sweet for breakfast (lets be honest, it’s usually a selection box!) to turkey with all the trimming for dinner, as well as all the Roses, Celebrations & Heroes in between. But by the end […]
Creme Brulee Tart with Lily O’Brien’s
I love chocolate. Like more than life itself. I eat it each & every day and definitely consider it to be an essential food group of it’s own. So I’m sure you can understand my excitement in teaming up with Lily O’brien’s to create a desert inspired by their delicious chocolates
Banana Nutella Loaf
A twist on our famous banana bread recipe, banana nutella loaf is made extra indulgent with – you guessed it – a swirl of Nutella! Confession time… I’m not a big fan of Nutella. I know, shock-horror – a major chocoholic like myself, it doesn’t make sense. Don’t get me wrong, I will eat it […]
Cheese Bread Sticks
It used to be a running joke it my family that I could eat my parents out of house & home, something I am now experiencing with my own two kids. At only 3ft tall, the amount of food they can pack away is terrifying. How am I going to afford to keep them as […]
Angel Cake
Growing up with Granny baking at home, people are always shocked to find out that as kids, myself and my sisters weren’t big cake fans. We’d always have beautiful birthday cakes created by Granny but we would never have much interest in actually eating them. However there’s one person who has always been loyal to […]
Fruit Scones
There’s nothing quite like warm Fruit Scones fresh from the oven – golden on the outside, fluffy in the middle, and bursting with sweet, juicy fruit. In This Post Amy’s Notes Questions & Answers Granny’s Top Tips Fruit Scones Recipe Free-from & Vegan Hacks I’ve been a not-so-secret mission for a while now. One that […]
Gingerbread
In This Post Amy’s Notes Ingredients Explanation Gingerbread Loaf Cake Recipe Free-from & Vegan Hacks I don’t want to mention the ‘C‘ word since we’re still only in September but there’s no denying the nights are drawing in. The temperature & weather in Edinburgh has still been somewhat unpredictable but I know I’m already craving […]
Mars Bar Slice
A true classic amongst tray bakes! Mars Bar Slice is sickly sweet, with just the right amount of chew and crunch. Perfection. I’ve two prominent memories from my childhood that involve Mars Bars. Random, I know. But being such a well-known and well-loved chocolate here in the UK, I doubt I’m the only one! And […]
Foodies Festival Edinburgh 2017
A week has past and I feel like I’ve finally recovered and come back down to earth for a crazy weekend at the Foodies Festival in Edinburgh! It was the first time I had done anything like this before so I wanted to be sure to document it, as well as share some snap shots […]
Chocolate Digestive
An absolute British classic, these Chocolate Digestive Biscuits are crisp, buttery, and topped with smooth milk chocolate. Easy to make and even better than the shop-bought version! Have you been watching Inside The Factory on BBC? It’s right up my little boy’s street, seeing as they want to know how everything in the world is […]
Lemon Drizzle Cake
The very best lemon drizzle cake you have ever tasted! Deliciously moist, zingy in flavour, with the perfect drizzle glaze on top. In This Post Amy’s Notes Questions & Answers Ingredients Explanation Lemon Drizzle Loaf Recipe This past week has been a crazy one. My hands are literally blistered from baking and my body is […]
Paris Buns
Delicious little buns, popular in both Scotland & Ireland. Paris buns are best enjoyed when full of fruit and toped with sugar nibs. Following on from my success with Granny’s Rock Buns recipe I was keen to try something else from the “Aerated Buns” section of her little blue book of recipes. There’s lots of other […]
What is Golden Syrup?
It’s a staple in any British baking cupboard. Added to cakes, biscuits, puddings… Drizzled on pancakes, ice cream, porridge… Even used as a sandwich filler! But what even is Golden Syrup? And what can you use as an alternative if you can’t get your hands on a tin? Golden Syrup goes right back to the […]
Golden Syrup Cake
The most popular Golden Syrup Cake on the internet! In This Post Amy’s Notes What is Golden Syrup? Golden Syrup Cake Recipe I can still clearly remember my first encounter with Golden Syrup. I’d seen the infamous tin in Granny’s baking cupboard but it wasn’t until we first tried baking what would become my favourite […]
Rock Buns
It was actually one of our lovely Twitter followers who’d requested this recipe and of course, Granny had her go-to Rock Bun recipe right on cue! I’m pretty sure prior to this, the last time I made Rock Buns was in my High School Home Economics class and I’m pretty sure they were more rock […]
Spiced Chai and Caramel Cake
Fathers Day is just around the corner and whose Dad doesn’t enjoy a good cake? The lovely folk at Dr. Oetker recently got in touch to ask if we’d like to try out one of their recipes for Fathers Day and this Chai Caramel Cake was just too tempting to resist – perfect for making Dad’s […]
Scottish Tablet
Traditional homemade Scottish Tablet, made to our families recipe, which I’m now sharing with all of you! In This Post Amy’s Notes Questions & Answers Granny’s Top Tips Traditional Scottish Tablet Recipe Free-from & Vegan Hacks Confession time… I’m a sugar addict. It will be of no surprise to those around me to be fair! […]
Cherry Bundt Cake
I bought a bundt tin a few months back and couldn’t wait for it to arrive so I could get stuck in, baking beautiful cakes to share on here. But for whatever reason I’ve only really just gotten around to it with this beautiful Cherry Bundt Cake. That’s not to say I haven’t been pinning […]
