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Skip to Recipe Australia may be better known for its barbecues than its baking, but it is proud home to a range of iconic desserts. Today I am sharing one of the most popular desserts of the country, Lamingtons. Lamingtons are light, moist fluffy squares of sponge cake, coated in a luscious chocolate glaze and generously rolled in desiccated coconut. There is a reason they are an Aussie favorite! THE HISTORY OF LAMINGTONS While there is some debate about the exact origin of Lamingtons, they are widely associated with Australia. It is believed that they were named after Lord Lamington, who served as the Governor of Queensland, Australia, from 1896 to 1901. Legend has it that his cook accidentally dropped a sponge cake into a bowl of chocolate and then coated it with coconut to avoid wasting it. The result was declared a resounding success that quickly gained popularity among the Governor's guests. Since then,

Skip to Recipe As we are transitioning towards spring, we are dreaming of the warmer weather, brighter days and lots of sunshine. Lemon is just one of those flavors that’s screams spring. That pop of citrus brings in the brightness and sunshine that we crave for after a long dreadful winter. Lemon Curd Mousse is a lighter twist on the popular Chocolate Mousse and is perfect for the warmer months of spring and summer. Layers of graham crackers, tart lemon curd and fluffy whipped cream are combined to create a decadent no-bake dessert that is ready in no time ! One spoonful of this lemon curd mousse and you’ll be totally hooked. Like my Vanilla Panna Cotta with Mixed Berry Compote, this is a perfect make-ahead dessert that can be whipped up the day before and chilled in the fridge until you are ready to serve it. Whether you're making this for Easter, Mother's Day, any spring celebration or as a treat for you

Skip to Recipe Easter is just around the corner. Whether you are planning to celebrate with your family, or you are entertaining a crowd, I am sure you would like to put on a spectacular and decadent spread. But lets be honest: Easter dessert is the real star of the holiday meal! Cheesecake is one of the most beloved treats in my household. But as stunning as it may be, it can be a lot of hard work and patience. The Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect solution when you do not want to take the hassle of baking a whole cake. These Cheesecakes have a buttery crust topped with a rich and creamy filling that melts in the mouth-heaven in every bite! They have the creamy texture, the sweet tart flavors and the decadence of a traditional cheesecake, but in individually sized portions! Most importantly, the baking time and cooling time is significantly less, which means dessert is ready in half the time. These mini treats wil

Skip to Recipe Fresh chocolate-dipped strawberries make their debut around Valentine's Day every year and are a timeless way to celebrate the day of love. There's something about those little red beauties dipped in silky melted chocolate that just screams romance. Delightfully indulgent and ready to satisfy any sweet tooth, it is a heartfelt gift that is perfect for any festive occassion like birthdays, anniversaries and Mother's Day. Though they may look fancy, these can easily be made right in your own kitchen with a quarter of the price and taste exactly like store-bought ones. The plump, juicy strawberries pair wonderfully with luscious chocolate, and you only need two basic ingredients to pull off this recipe. However, here are a few tricks of the trade to make sure your chocolate-covered strawberries turn out perfect every time. Tips for making the Best Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Skip to Recipe Welcome back! Hopefully, you enjoyed the holiday season with your family and friends and indulged in all the festive food without worrying too much about calories. It is time to gear up for this new year with energy, zest, and a happy body. Winter is a difficult time to eat healthy, thanks to all of those desserts even post the holidays. So here is a recipe that would ease your way back into the reset routine while satisfying your sweet cravings. These Healthy No-Bake Brownies have a luscious fudgy texture, intense chocolate flavour and taste sinfully decadent. They’re everything a traditional brownie should be, except they are healthier and don’t require to be baked. Plus, they are naturally gluten free, refined sugar-free and vegan. The perfect treat that can be enjoyed any time of the day! If you are looking for more such Healthy Treats, you can try these: Salte

Skip to Recipe In the month of December, a magical transformation takes place, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. The twinkling lights that adorns homes and streets are not only decorations; they are beacons of light and hope. But what lies at the heart of this festive season is the joy of giving-Whether it is a thoughtful gift wrapped in festive paper or the time that we spent with our loved ones. For me, when it comes to gifting, a jar of homemade cookies always goes down a treat as an edible Christmas gift! Because nothing is more thoughtful and heartfelt than a homemade present! These Dark Chocolate Pistachio Shortbread Cookies will be your new go-to holiday cookie this season. Classic, buttery, melt-in your-mouth cookies that are loaded with pistachios and dipped in dark chocolate! So much decadence in one cookie! With their signature crumbly texture and beautiful buttery flavour, these Chocolate Pistac

Skip to Recipe Christmas morning is one of the most magical moments of the entire year. There is so much excitement and anticipation of waking up to a Christmas tree filled with sparkling lights, opening presents, and partaking in all the cherished holiday traditions. And what better way to kick off the holiday morning than an impressive breakfast that gets ready without any hassle? Whether you are having a low key celebration or entertaining family and friends, this Nutella Puff Pastry Snowflake is the perfect showstopper to the Christmas table. The light and flaky texture of the puff pastry combined with the rich and chocolatey Nutella makes this insanely delicious! Top it with a sprinkle of confectioner’s sugar and you’re ready to celebrate the Holidays in the most amazing way! Though it looks way more intimidating to make, you do not need any culinary degree; all you need is a bit of twisting action for the magic

Skip to Recipe The holiday season is fast approaching. I love this time of the year when it is snowy and cold outside, and I am indoors baking up some delicious cookies with holiday tunes playing in the background. The heavenly aroma of cookies baking in the oven while I go around decorating the Christmas tree immediately unleashes my festive spirit. This recipe takes a spin on the holiday classic Peanut Butter Blossoms. Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies are soft and chewy cookies with a smooth and velvety chocolate ganache filling inside. Why You Will Love these Cookies Look adorable and taste decadent: Chocolate and peanut butter are a match made in heaven and these easy cookies bear a testimony to it. Not only do they look undeniably adorable, they are also sinfully decadent. Quick and Easy You do not need to chill the dough-which is the reason that these coo