Peppermints and Diamonds

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Description: Soft and chewy cookies loaded with chocolate chips—a hit with all ages. Ingredients: 200g butter 1 cup Chelsea White Sugar 1 cup Chelsea Soft Brown Sugar 2 eggs 2 tsp vanilla essence 3 cups Edmonds Standard Grade Flour Pinch of salt 1 tsp Edmonds Baking Powder 2 cups chocolate chips Instructions: Preheat oven to 180°C. Line baking trays with paper. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat well. Sift in flour, salt, and baking powder; mix to combine. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls onto trays; bake for 10 minutes or until golden. Cool on wire racks.

Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas (mashed) 2 eggs 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional) 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional) Instructions: 1. Add wet ingredients first: bananas, eggs, oil. 2. Add dry ingredients on top. 3. Select “Cake” or “Quick Bread” setting. 4. Let it cool before slicing.

  Ingredients: 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup softened butter 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup sugar 1 3/4 cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 to 1 cup chocolate chips Instructions: 1. Add all ingredients in order (liquids first, then dry). 2. Select “Cake” setting. 3. Once finished, let cool slightly and serve with ice cream! ---

Here are a few chocolate bark recipes with different toppings to suit every taste! Chocolate bark is easy to make and perfect for gifting or snacking. --- 1. Classic Nut & Fruit Bark Ingredients: 200g dark chocolate 1/4 cup almonds (chopped or whole) 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup pistachios (shelled) Instructions: 1. Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between). 2. Pour the melted chocolate onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spreading it into a thin layer. 3. Sprinkle almonds, cranberries, and pistachios evenly over the top. 4. Let it set in the fridge for 1-2 hours, then break into pieces. --- 2. Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Ingredients: 200g milk chocolate 1/2 cup mini pretzels (lightly crushed) 2 tbsp caramel sauce Sea salt flakes Instructions: 1. Melt the milk chocolate and spread it on a lined baking sheet. 2. Press the crushed pretzels into the chocolate. 3. Drizzle caramel...

This is a classic New Zealand recipe for lemonade scones—a quick, fluffy, and easy-to-make treat: Ingredients 3 cups self-raising flour (plus extra for dusting) 1 cup cream (heavy or whipping cream works best) 1 cup lemonade (like Sprite or a similar fizzy lemon-lime soda) A pinch of salt Instructions 1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan-forced). Line a baking tray with baking paper. 2. Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour and a pinch of salt. Pour in the cream and lemonade. Use a knife to gently mix until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix. 3. Knead lightly: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently and briefly—just until it comes together. Pat the dough out to about 2-3 cm thickness. 4. Cut the scones: Use a round cutter (or the rim of a glass) to cut out scones. Dip the cutter in flour to prevent sticking. Place the scones close together on the prepared baking tray. 5. Bake: Bake in t...

Small Traditional New Zealand Fruit Cake Ingredients: 250g mixed dried fruit (e.g., raisins, sultanas, currants, chopped dried apricots) 65g butter ½ cup (110g) brown sugar ½ cup (125ml) strong black tea (hot) 1 tablespoon golden syrup or honey ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon mixed spice ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon baking soda 1 large egg, beaten ¾ cup (115g) plain flour ¼ cup (40g) self-raising flour ½ teaspoon baking powder Optional: ¼ cup chopped nuts or glace cherries for decoration Instructions: 1. Prepare the Fruit Mixture In a medium saucepan, combine the mixed dried fruit, butter, brown sugar, tea, golden syrup, vanilla, mixed spice, cinnamon, and baking soda. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the butter melts and sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes). 2. Preheat the Oven Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Line a 15cm (6-inch) square or round cake tin with baking pa...

Ingredients For the Base: 125g butter (softened) 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 cups plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground ginger For the Icing: 75g butter 2 tbsp golden syrup 1 1/2 cups icing sugar 2 tsp ground ginger --- Instructions 1. Make the Base: 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a square or rectangular baking tin (20cm x 20cm) with baking paper. 2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. 3. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and ground ginger. Mix until a crumbly dough forms. 4. Press the dough evenly into the prepared tin. Use the back of a spoon to smooth the surface. 5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow the base to cool in the tin. 2. Make the Icing: 1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter and golden syrup over low heat. 2. Remove from heat and sift in the icing sugar and ground ginger. Mix until smooth. 3. Assemble: 1. Pour the warm icing over the cooled base, spreading evenly with a spatula or the ...

A true Kiwi classic, lolly cake is a no-bake treat that’s fun to make and full of nostalgic flavors. It's perfect for parties, picnics, or as a sweet snack. --- Ingredients 120g butter (room temperature) ½ can (200g) sweetened condensed milk 1 packet (250g) malt biscuits, crushed (e.g., Griffins Malt Biscuits) 1 packet (190g) Eskimo lollies or similar soft, colorful marshmallow lollies 1 cup (80g) desiccated coconut (for rolling) --- Instructions Step 1: Prepare the Base 1. Crush the biscuits: Place the malt biscuits in a food processor or plastic bag and crush them into fine crumbs. 2. Cut the lollies: Chop the Eskimo lollies into small bite-sized pieces. Set aside. --- Step 2: Combine the Mixture 1. Melt the butter and mix: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and add the condensed milk. Stir until well combined. 2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the crushed biscuits and chopped lollies. Pour the warm butter and condensed milk mixture over the d...