Raspberry Bakewell Loaf Cake

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I’m a big fan of a bakewell and an equally big fan of loaf cakes so bring them together and well, it’s just perfection for me! This is a great loaf cake recipe that has a lovely surprise layer of delicious raspberry jam in the centre. I topped mine with a simple almond flavoured icing but some icing sugar and fresh raspberries will make a beautiful finish too.

There’s something quite special about fresh raspberries in baking and I love biting into a slice of cake and finding a gorgeous, fresh raspberry in the middle!

This is a great simple recipe to make and bake but delivers a wow factor every time!

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Tahini Granola

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Tahini, Oats & Quinoa with Date Syrup, Nuts & Seeds. Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan and No Refined Sugars.

Granola is one of those foods that can appear to be healthy while hiding a lot of processed and refined ingredients. Making your own is quick and easy plus you control what you eat. Using Date Syrup and Maple Syrup in this recipe ups the nutritional benefits plus it’s fibre and protein filled. It will last for 2-3 weeks in a sealed container in the cupboard so definitely one to make and get ahead.

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Almond Flour & Lemon Cake

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There are more and more recipes now being published using almond flour in place of regular white flour. It is a healthier option as it’s a more natural product with less processing. Also it’s good for those who want to reduce their white flour and carb intake. Almond Flour is not the same as Ground Almonds. It’s finer so has a different texture. It adds a lovely flavour to any bake and cakes then to be less dense using almond flour.

You only need a bowl, a whisk and spoon to make this flour free, butter free delicious cake! And about 10 mins to get into the oven.

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Deep Dish Apple Pie – Gluten Free

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There’s a big difference, to me anyway, between an apple tart and an apple pie. I always feel a tart is for polite company, with perhaps a spoon of whipped cream whereas a pie brings up images of family and friends sitting around, bowls chock full of sweet apple filling and crusty pastry topped with vanilla ice cream.

I bought a wonderfully pretty patterned deep pie dish that measures 10″ wide and 2″ high so it’s substantial and deserves only the best Apple Pie to fill it.

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Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins – Gluten Free, Vegan & Dairy Free options included

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These flourless Chocolate Chip Muffins are high in protein and bursting with delicious chocolate chips. You may not think they’re healthy because they’re muffins, but they absolutely are healthier than a regular muffin. I use no refined sugars and made them Dairy Free too. They are Vegetarian also and can be made suitable for Vegans by using your favourite egg replacer – 1 tbsp chia / flax seed mixed with 2 tbsp water, mix and leave for 5/10 mins to become a gel like consistency = 1 egg.

You can of course use regular oats, protein powder and chocolate chips if you don’t follow a particular diet so everyone can enjoy these delicious, soft muffins. A great grab and go healthy option for everyone!

One more bonus is you need no special equipment to make these muffins. No electric mixer or stand mixer, just a whisk and a large spoon.

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Yeast Free Peanut Butter Oat Bread. Vegan & Gluten Free

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I love a quick and easy bread which also turns out very tasty and the folks at Meridian Foods came up with this yeast free bread recipe which uses their vegan friendly peanut butter and oats. Everything used is vegan and gluten free so it’s one for everyone.

You can find their great range of products here Meridian Shop: Natural nut & seed butters – vegan & palm oil free (meridianfoods.co.uk)

I love all their butters as they don’t use palm oil and they have no additives, so that’s always a winner for me.

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Gluten Free Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

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Everyone who knows me will know that I am a big lemon fan. Anything with lemon will always be a yes from me and the blend of lemon and poppy seeds is a much loved and delicious one.

The most important thing to remember when making muffins is not to overmix. It will lead to a dense, tough muffin and no one wants that! Otherwise, this recipe is a wonderfully simple process of mixing dry ingredients with the wet ones, a gently stir and bake to result in light as air, fluffy lemon muffins.

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Gluten Free Apple Muffins

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I love making muffins. They are simply combining dry ingredients with wet ingredients. A gentle stir and bake. There’s rarely any mixers involved and usually just one bowl. What could be easier!

The one tip I would give you and it’s important, is to gently combine the ingredients and not to over mix the batter as it will end up with tough muffins which no one wants.

This recipe is a great way to use up a cooking apple or two in the fridge and make light as air Gluten Free Apple Muffins for everyone to share.

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