Lemon Cupcakes …

Talk about a blast from the past! I was organising my cookbooks on the weekend and I stumbled across some recipes from my Home Economics class from my school days. There were some golden oldies amongst the pages like Rock Cakes, Anzac Biscuits, Scones, Chocolate Brownies and many more but also this recipe for Lemon Cupcakes. I’ve made these so many times that I know the recipe off by heart but I must admit, I had forgotten the recipe’s origin. This is a tried and true recipe that I’ve made so often that I just know it will turn out every single time and I guess … read more

“Be My Valentine” Red Velvet Cupcakes …

This is one of my favourite cupcake recipes and it’s perfect if you want to create a special dessert to celebrate Valentine’s Day with that someone special in your life. Simply use some heart shaped moulds, dust the top with icing sugar, add some strawberries (or other fruit) and you can serve up an impressive, but special dessert. Of course, these Red Velvet Cupcakes don’t need to be saved just for Valentine’s Day and are a gorgeous twist on your traditional cupcake. Enjoy! “Be My Valentine” Red Velvet Cupcakes …   Print … read more

Vanilla Cupcakes … Easter Bunny Cupcakes …

Easter is hopping closer (pardon the pun) so it’s the perfect time to do some baking and get in the spirit. This is my family’s Vanilla Cupcake recipe that’s been floating around for years … and for good reason! It’s light, it’s fluffy, it’s absolutely delicious and it’s also a simple recipe that can be made and decorated for any occasion. I found these cute little Malteser Bunnies at the supermarket and with a little bit of icing and some pink sprinkles, they were just perfect to create a little Easter treat for the kids. Vanilla Cupcakes … Easter … read more

Chocolate Cupcakes … Halloween Spider Cupcakes

Halloween is just around the corner and, although it’s a real American tradition, it’s being celebrated more and more in Australia. Some people have mixed feelings about Halloween but we love it and when the kids were younger, they used to enjoy having a little Halloween Party with their friends before heading out to trick or treat. We always accompanied them and usually only visited neighbours in the street who were willing to participate. It was always a lot of fun and the kids still have fond memories of those times. So if you do decide to host your own … read more