Ahh, finally the weather has improved. I feel like the winter lasted far too long in Ireland this year. People are out and about, ice cream trucks are everywhere and there is no need for the jacket! When the weather improves, I always want some fresh smoothies. Continue reading “Refreshing pineapple and cucumber smoothie”
Baked cheesecake
When I think of baked Polish goodies I instantly see baked cheesecake. It is indulgent, rich but light at the same time. Continue reading “Baked cheesecake”
Leftover brownies
Chocolate eggs. Brownies. Easter. Hmmm…. What if I used this humongous amount of chocolate eggs left after Easter to make something….super delicious? Chocolate eggs brownies!!! You cannot imagine how indulgent these are until you try them! I dare you!!! 😉
Leftover brownies
This is a perfect recipe to use up any sweets or chocolate that needs to be used:)
Ingredients
- 185 g unsalted butter
- 185 g dark chocolate
- 85 g plain flour
- 40 g cacao
- 3 eggs
- 250 g brown sugar
- pinch of salt
- 6 creme eggs
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 160C and prepare the brownie tin.
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Gently melt the butter with the chocolate in a bowl over simmering water. Cool when melted.
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Mix the eggs with sugar until pale and fluffy.
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Pour the eggs over cooled chocolate mixture and fold together.
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Sieve flour, cacao and salt to egg and chocolate mixture and gently fold in.
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Pour to the baking tin and bake for about 15 min.
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Cut the creme eggs in half. Don't rush as they may break. After 15 min of baking take the brownies out and press creme eggs into it. Bake for further 10 min. Take out and cool completely before cutting.
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Enjoy!
Strawberry snack bars
I have to tell you something. I might be typing this recipe with my strawberry sticky fingers… Seriously, I am not kidding you! These strawberry snack bars are so sweet and delicious, that you will not want to stop eating them! And the bonus point is that they are vegan! Oh! And they also have no nut! Amazing, right? Continue reading “Strawberry snack bars”
Lemon meringue tart
Have you ever fell in love with a food from the first bite? No? Oh, you have to try this lemon meringue tart! It is sharp and zesty. The fragrance itself in mouthwatering. Try it for yourself:-) Continue reading “Lemon meringue tart”
Quinoa crunch granola
This granola is seriously addictive! I absolutely love roasted pecans with quinoa and buckwheat. Add the cacao and maple syrup and you have perfect topping for yogurt, smoothie bowls or even as a snack on its own! Continue reading “Quinoa crunch granola”
Spicy chicken burger
Who doesn’t like burgers? I usually use beef to make them but today I am trying this spicy chicken burger. It is definitely different to the classic one with sriracha mayo giving extra kick to it. Continue reading “Spicy chicken burger”
Butter bean and spinach curry
This butter bean and spinach curry is pure comfort food. It is also great if you want to make a big batch for the week ahead. I came up with this recipe after seeing a story on Instagram describing this sort of curry – I just couldn’t stop thinking about this warm, nutritious dish. I just had to have a go at it! Continue reading “Butter bean and spinach curry”
Warm chocolate fondant
Oozy, gooey, warm chocolate fondant…perfect finish to romantic dinner or super indulgent treat with a coffee. This recipe works every time but you need to watch the clock as even a minute too long in the oven and it can be overdone. Continue reading “Warm chocolate fondant”
Chocolate ice cream
Valentines Day is just around the corner. What better way to treat your loved one than with some chocolate dessert? Recently I got the ice cream maker for my KitchenAid and I love it! I just started my adventure down the ice cream route but I have already heard from my Mr that my ice cream is better than his favourite brand 🙂 Success! I think I definitely scored some brownie points with this one! Continue reading “Chocolate ice cream”