recipe Archives - Baking with Granny

Honey Slice

September 27, 2021 By Amy 5 Comments

At first glance, you’d be forgiven for assuming this was our infamous Flapjack…but on closer inspection and taste, you will find that it is actually quite different. Coconut, cornflakes, and of course honey, is what makes our Honey Slice a classic all on its own.

Scottish Macaroons

August 31, 2021 By Amy 1 Comment

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!”

Swiss Roll

June 1, 2021 By Amy 3 Comments

Swiss Roll is cake that reminds me of being a kid. There’s something quite comforting about a little swirly roll of cake, filled with sweet strawberry jam. It’s one I always remember getting from our local Safeway but one I seldom remember Granny baking.

Meringues

April 15, 2021 By Amy 9 Comments

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

March 19, 2021 By Amy 4 Comments

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 is on the way. Another sign that Spring is near is the yearly influx of Hot Cross Buns.

Custard Tarts

March 11, 2021 By Amy 6 Comments

The humble Custard Tart. Who’d have thought a little pastry bowl, filled with some creamy custard could be so delicious? Something so simple but that works so unbelievably well.