Sweet Treats Salted Caramel Pecan Tartlets July 24, 2024August 15, 2024 Salted Caramel Pecan Tartlets: Salt, caramel & pecans fit together like ice cream & jelly! These delicious sweet mouthfuls of dulce de leche in a pastry shell finished with a pecan & flaked sea salt make the perfect mini dessert for your party. There are always those sweet-toothes that are looking for that after-dinner sweet treat. These may just become your go-to party dessert. So quick & easy to prepare, no cooking skills involved, making them the best dessert canapés. I’m not a big dessert eater, but I keep getting asked if I make any dessert bites, so thought I… Continue Reading
Sweet Treats Waffle fingers July 21, 2024August 15, 2024 Dessert Waffles In Bite-size: Are you looking for a mini dessert option to satisfy the sweet tooth at the end of a casual get-together? Look no further—waffle fingers are the perfect solution. Whether you’re hosting a social luncheon, a dinner party, or just casual drinks with friends, these sweet bites are sure to impress. When serving appetisers at a party, dessert often gets overlooked. It could be the perfect grand finale to wrap up a social lunch or an evening of cocktails. If you’re not a fan of cooking or simply don’t have the time to prepare an elaborate dessert,… Continue Reading
Sweet Treats Chocolate Dates with Raspberry & Peanut Butter July 6, 2024August 15, 2024 Bite-size Chocolate Date Dessert: Having catered for many a party or cocktail shindig, I have discovered that serving something sweet is the perfect way to conclude an evening. A small, delectable treat can leave a lasting impression, ensuring your guests depart with a smile. One of my favourite options for such an occasion is chocolate-coated dates filled with raspberry and peanut butter. These little bites are perfect for those who enjoy a sweet ending without indulging in overly processed sugars. Medjool dates are my go-to for this recipe. They possess a rich, caramel-like flavour and are large in size which… Continue Reading
Sweet Treats Lemon Curd & Blackberry Cheesecake Cannoli May 23, 2024June 18, 2024 Lemon Curd & Blackberry Cheesecake Cannoli I am confident that these dessert canapés will disappear from your plate in no time. These mouthwatering treats have received rave reviews, especially from those with a sweet tooth. These mini dessert pastries are a modern twist on traditional Italian cannoli. Made with gyoza wrapper tubes, fried in coconut oil, and filled with a luscious lemon curd and blackberry cheesecake filling, they are both simple to assemble and incredibly delicious. Creating these mouthwatering dessert pastries has been on my mind for a while, so I finally decided to put my idea to the test…. Continue Reading
Sweet Treats Apple Raspberry Roses April 5, 2024May 12, 2024 Apple Raspberry Roses Looking for a sweet treat option for the end of your social event? These apple raspberry roses are a perfect way to finish off and a perfect balance of sweet & tart in my view. Thin apple slices soaked in lemon juice and rolled into a buttery pastry with raspberry jam, creating little roses, dusted in icing sugar. Just enough sweetness to serve with a dessert wine or liqueur. These semi-sweet party treats only take 15 mins to prepare, then 30 mins to cook. There are many variations for these apple roses. They have been a popular… Continue Reading