What does my child need to take to university? With students heading off to University or College after another year of craziness and COVID complications, I am sure there are mixed emotions for everyone, parents and students alike. It…
Having made my annual batch of Ederflower Cordial at the weekend, I thought I would share the recipe for Elderflower Rum Fizz, a delicious cross between a Mojito and Pimm's and a perfect refreshing summer cocktail. Elderflower Rum…
We all love a party, especially here at Katie Bakes, whether it’s just an opportunity to get together after weeks of being apart or marking a special event. Celebrating the birthday of your child is one of those…
Rhubarb and Orange Cake with Flaked Almonds I love Rhubarb, perhaps it is because I am from Yorkshire! So it was only right that I share this recipe (which originally came from Waitrose.com). This cake is definitely a favourite…
With this gorgeous weather and possibly a slightly slower pace of life for some during lockdown, I have at last go round to making Elderflower cordial. It is something I have intended to do for as long as…
As a keen cook, not just a baker, I often do batch cooking so that we have some homemade nutritious meals in the freezer and at the moment, this is more important than ever. I therefore, wanted to share with you one of…
I might love chocolate however, I am always drawn to cakes with fruit. Therefore this month's recipe of the month is this delicious comforting and very easy, Apple and Almond cake. Delicious served warm with a cup of…
Kid's Party Food Ideas Ideas for party food are endless but here are a few hints and tips which you may find helpful. Avoid additives and limit sugar laden food and drinks if you want to avoid having…
It’s time to get into that spooky spirit! Although the nights are drawing in and the weather makes you want to curl up in front of the fire, there’s still lots to do. So how can you make…
With Halloween just around the corner we thought we would share this delicious Halloween themed pancake recipe courtesy of BBC Good Food with a scrumption salted pecan butterscotch sauce. Pumpkin pancakes with salted pecan butterscotch For the pancakes:…
This is gorgeously rich and decadent and this simple version makes a wonderful dessert, birthday cake or guilty pleasure. Below is the recipe with a couple of tips from Katie Bakes. Simple Sachertorte Ingredients:200g 70% dark chocolate, broken…
It’s that time of year when students all over the UK are heading off to start university. For many it will be the first time they have lived away from home and so as a few of us…
3… 2… 1… Bake! In this article, Jane Rylands from family kitchen appliance providers Belling shares her tips for making tasty baked goods with your kids. The Great British Bake Off is back on our TV, which is…
With many of us on a budget, a self catering holiday is often the best option, especially for a family, and with these top tips, it shouldn’t be a chore! 1) Take a few basic ingredients I always…
With the school Easter holidays about to start, if they haven't already, and Easter only 3 weeks away, we thought we would share a few ideas to keep the kids entertained and, if they are anything like mine,…
Cupcake Ingredients 140g soft butter 140g golden caster sugar 3 medium eggs 100g self-raising flour 25g cocoa, sifted Cupcake Cases For the frosting 85g Milk chocolate broken 85g soft butter 140g icing sugar, sifted 2 35g/1½oz packs white chocolate Maltesers, mini foil-wrapped…
