Banana Pancakes

My sister Hannah introduced me to banana pancakes a few months ago, they are DELICIOUS and a healthier alternative to the standard pancake. Mine has been built on a recipe she uses from Once Upon A Chef. They are the perfect weekend breakfast, I have served with maple syrup, greek yoghurt, fresh strawberries, lemon zest, toasted almonds and a sprinkle of icing sugar. Enjoy!

Banana Pancakes 2

 

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Double Dark Chocolate & Pear Cake

A fruit bowl of ripening pears and some leftover dark chocolate lead to this DELICIOUS cake. Albeit pretty much all cakes are delicious but the combination of pear, dark chocolate and cinnamon turn a typical ‘boring’ naked cake into something spectacular. This cake was a crowd favourite, my colleagues are even requesting it become a regular fixture.

Double Dark Chocolate & Pear Cake

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Corn Fritters

Sunday brunch would have to be one of my favourite things to do in the weekend (especially at Hello Sunday which has become ‘the’ Christchurch brunch spot) however sometimes the bank balance needs a break and so I have to resort to making my own. Corn fritters have become one of my go to’s and are even excellent the next day to get through the ever busy Monday. This recipe is super easy, it does unfortunately involve a food processor (darn those dishes) but I promise it is worth it to get a more even flavour!

Corn Fritters

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Luscious Lemon Lamingtons

I created this recipe for the Barkers Recipe Developer competition and it has landed me a spot in the top 4, Woohoo! It is a classic lamington with a twist and lathered in delicious Barker’s Lemon Curd (the best pre-made curd you can buy). Definitely give this a try, you will not be disappointed.

Luscious Lemon Lamington 1

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Chelsea’s White Chocolate & Berry Cheesecake

This is one of Chelsea Winter’s most popular recipe and I definitely know why. I started making this cheesecake a couple of years ago and my gosh is it easy. No horse hooves (gelatine) needed in this one as the chocolate sets it instead. It is super easy to make and you will have it whipped up and ready to set in under 20 minutes. This is another great Christmas recipe that is sure to please the crowd.

White Chocolate & Berry Cheesecake

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