Baking

Tuile biscuits These light, crisp tuile biscuits curl up gently as they cool, and are perfect to accompany a rich fruit or cream dessert.
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Spritzgebäck biscuits These delicate, buttery, Spritzgebäck biscuits are based on a traditional type of German cookie that is popular at Christmas time.
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Spitzbuben These melt-in-the-mouth Spitzbuben biscuits are a festive treat in Germany, where their name means ?little rascals?.
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Victoria sponge cake The Victoria sponge cake is a versatile English classic and time-tested favourite. This one is filled with raspberry jam and cream.
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Vanilla cupcakes Coloured buttercream icing and small decorations transform these simple vanilla cup cakes into real family favourites.
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Stollen This fruity Stollen, originally from Germany, is traditionally served at Christmas and makes a great alternative to Christmas cake.
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Chocolate cupcakes Children will enjoy decorating these chocolate cup cakes with their favourite topping.
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Spanish meringue treats These thin Spanish meringue biscuits are known as ?cats? tongues? in Spain.
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Profiteroles These filled choux pastry buns, profiteroles, drizzled with chocolate sauce, are a deliciously decadent dessert.
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Kaiserschmarrn Legend says that this warming and delicious Austrian Kaiserschmarrn pancake was created for Emperor Franz Josef.
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Mini chocolate nut pastries These tasty bite-sized mini chocolate nut pastries are the perfect treat.
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Yorkshire puddings Traditionally eaten with roast beef and gravy, these Sunday lunch classics also go well with hearty meat casseroles.
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Wholewheat pooris These deep-fried puffed Indian breads are ideal served with curries; the chapati flour is available from Asian shops.
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Scotch pancakes These scrumptious thick little pancakes are also called drop scones because the batter is dropped on to a frying pan.
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Scones There is nothing better for high afternoon tea than freshly baked crumbly scones with a thick berry jam and whipped double cream.
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Rum babas Rum babas are perfect to serve at a dinner party, as most of the preparation can be done a day in advance.
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Lemon poppy seed muffins Quick and easy to make, these lemon poppy seed muffins are delightful served with brunch or as a teatime treat.
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