Puppy cupcakes

These cute little puppy cupcakes are easy to make with kids, and perfect for fundraisers and fetes. They are great if you're fundraising for an animal welfare group.

Chocolate biscuits

These biscuits are so delicious, I have to hide them in the pantry or the kids will eat them all in one sitting. They are a little chocolate indulgence and great to have with a cup of tea or coffee.

Meringues

Meringues may have only three ingredients, but they can be tricky to make and knowing the tricks of the trade will almost guarantee you success!

Cupcake ice creams

These pretty cupcake ice creams are perfect for a party centrepiece! Fill the ice cream cones with cupcakes that have been decorated with icing and sprinkles for a sweet treat that's sure to please.

Chocolate crackles

Chocolate crackles are a birthday party favourite with all kids of all ages. They're super easy to make and, if you're lucky, there may be a couple left over for adults to enjoy, too.

Apple sauce cake

Here's a twist on an old-fashioned apple tea cake. The apple sauce adds a delicious tang to the batter and makes for a deliciously moist and moreish cake.

Banana bread pie

This dessert is not a bread and not a pie but somewhere in between! All made in the food processor, it's minimal effort for maximum taste and a great way to use up leftover bananas. Delicious served with ice-cream.

Carrot cake

Carrot cake is a nutritious cake recipe that delivers a big serve of healthy carrot in a yummy cake that also includes the sweetness of pineapple and the crunch of walnuts.

Shortbread

Shortbread is a traditional Christmas biscuit recipe but it can also be enjoyed all through the year. The light sweet biscuit dough results in a pale biscuit that's perfect with a cup of tea.

Coconut cookie nests

This take on a coconut macaroon uses food colouring to make pretty Easter nests that are just right for holding mini chocolate eggs. A lovely sweet treat idea that will look delightful as an edible Easter decoration.