Packed with delicious Walnut and Whisky mincemeat and encased in a sweet, crumbly, lemony pastry, these melt-in-the-mouth homemade mince pies are an absolute baking must this Christmas. This post is sponsored by "Robin and Mouse", check out their truly divine table linen and gifts. For me, Christmas is all about the baking. (That will probably... The post Homemade Mince Pies appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

Crunchy and grainy in texture, homemade easy Digestive Biscuits have a sweet yet slightly salty flavour. Delicious with a cuppa or topped with a chunk of your favourite cheese?. If you are keen to make your own biscuits for cheese ? then may I introduce you to these wonderful homemade easy Digestive Biscuits. Make these... The post Homemade Easy Digestive Biscuits appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

The perfect Lemon Drizzle Cake should be three things: lemony, soft and moist...this amazing cake delivers on all three! A lemony cake, a lemon syrup soak that permeates the cake and a covering of thin lemon icing. Nothing is more disappointing than a dry Lemon Drizzle Cake, or worse still one that doesn't bowl you... The post Easy Lemon Drizzle Cake appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

If you are a fan of all things almond you will simply adore this soft Italian Almond Cake. The rich almond flavours are complimented with a hint of orange and a deep covering of apricot jam, a sprinkling of flaked almonds and a final covering of sifted sugar. Bellissimo! Italian Almond Cake, aka torta di... The post Italian Almond Cake appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

Fragrantly and subtly flavoured Earl Grey Macarons filled with soft maple syrup buttercream. Perfect for if you fancy something extra special. Macarons are a French-based confection made from beaten meringue and almond flour. They are petite and delicate with a soft inside and a crisp, smooth shell and are usually filled with a complimentary buttercream,... The post Earl Grey Macarons appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

Taking Cinnamon Buns to the next level and introducing Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls! Soft, sweet bread rolls with a sugared cinnamon filling, a simple homemade blueberry jam and a cream cheese frosting. Totally divine. It's actually somewhat amazing there are any pictures of these Cinnamon and Blueberry Rolls on this post at all, and I hold... The post Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

The perfect recipe for using up leftover bananas, this incredibly soft Banana, Sultana and Chocolate Bread bursts with juicy sultana sweetness and decadent chocolatey goodness. The sweetness of bananas, the chewiness of sultanas and the decadence of chocolate are all combined in this soft and moist Banana, Sultana and Chocolate Bread recipe. As I love... The post Banana, Sultana and Chocolate Bread appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

Rich and buttery Brioche Hot Cross Buns have a soft and fluffy texture and that classic Hot Cross Bun spicy flavour. Adorned with a classic cross shape, these buns are a springtime Easter treat. Easter is nearly upon us and a batch of perfectly baked Brioche Hot Cross Buns is the perfect way to celebrate.... The post Brioche Hot Cross Buns appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

Want to amaze everyone with a show-stopping dessert? Well, this heart-covered jam, cream and fresh strawberry Vanilla Swiss Roll looks genius but is actually really very easy! If anyone in the UK remembers the baking chain Firkins you may also remember those amazing huge strawberry jam Swiss rolls they used to sell, covered in caster... The post Vanilla Swiss Roll appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more

I was kindly gifted the opportunity by BBC Maestro to take their bread-baking course, hosted by the prestigious and hugely talented baking legend that is Richard Bertinet and to then write a post upon completion, so here goes... Although this is a sponsored post all opinions are completely my own and the post is entirely... The post BBC Maestro's Bread Making Course by Richard Bertinet (sponsored post) appeared first on Ellas Better Bakes ..read more