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S’mores Biscuit Bars

April 28, 2022alwayscake

Like eating clouds on chocolate with a biscuity base, these are so light and easy to consume more than is entirely necessary! With an easy biscuit base, ganache layer and toasted marshmallow top, these bars are super simple to make,… Continue reading →

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Cherry Hand Pies

November 13, 2020alwayscake

Hands up who loves a flaky pastry pie with a glorious sweet filling! Well these cute little personal pies are the answer to all your pie-filled dreams! Small enough to fit in your hand, but enough to satisfy those pie… Continue reading →

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Chocolate Hazelnut Caramel Bars

January 27, 2020alwayscake

Something a little different, but still pretty simple, and so delicious. With a brownie-type base, a caramel layer which is taken to the next level by the hazelnut addition, and a dark chocolate topping, this treat is pretty decadent! Chocolate… Continue reading →

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Chocolate chip whoopie pies

November 26, 2019alwayscake 46 Comments

These are simply dreamy. Two cakey cookies sandwiched with delightful chocolate ganache… what could be better? Although these require a little time and a few steps, each is simple and there’s not a lot to go wrong. Perfect for a… Continue reading →

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Coffee Walnut Cupcakes

April 14, 2018alwayscake

If you’re looking for an alternative to chocolate (sometimes this happens, honestly…sometimes…) then this is a lovely option. And the candied walnuts sprinkled on top are such a sweet addition – well worth doing if you’re already going all out… Continue reading →

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Strawberry cupcakes with prosecco frosting

February 24, 2018alwayscake

Here’s a fun one for a celebration or summer party. And with the winter still here, I can’t think of a better way to dream of the warm summer months than with a gorgeous strawberry cake with prosecco frosting! Cupcake… Continue reading →

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Peanut butter rolo stuffed cookies

February 17, 2018alwayscake

Sometimes cookies are best enjoyed surrounded by friends at a gorgeous summer picnic, sometimes they need a cup of something hot and a delicate tea party, and sometimes they deserve to be eaten fresh from the oven over the sink.… Continue reading →

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Chocolate Birthday Cake

January 7, 2018alwayscake

The littlest helper in our house turned two today! Now you should know by now I’m not really a ‘fancy cakes’ kind of baker, but birthdays are an exception! So a birthday cake was in order for this weekend, chocolate,… Continue reading →

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Mince Pies

December 9, 2017alwayscake

There’s nothing quite so charmingly festive as a warm mince pie. Best enjoyed in front of a roaring fire with a glass of mulled wine, these little beauties are hard to resist. My brother makes the best mince pies, so… Continue reading →

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Chocolate Orange Cupcakes and a Gorgeous Ganache

October 21, 2017alwayscake

I came across this recipe a while ago, and it sits in my ‘fancy cakes’ category. It’s really not that fancy though. I set the bar pretty low. Light and airy, these are simple and utterly divine. If you’re planning… Continue reading →

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