OK, that might be a pretty big statement, but this gingerbread recipe really is the best. Seriously. It is ridiculously easy to make, works every single time and delivers deliciously gingery biscuits guaranteed. This recipe is very dear to my heart, I have been making it for as long as I can remember (and I…
Biscuits/Cookies
Cantucci
Cantucci are traditional almond biscuits similar to ‘biscotti’ that originated from the Italian region of Tuscany. They are delicious, but very hard in texture so what most Italians would do is dunk them in their morning coffee, or in a glass of Vin Santo, which softens them up just enough to devour easily. Vin Santo…
Nacatole
I can’t remember a day in my childhood we did not have a container of these in the pantry. I can’t even remember how often Mum would make them, but when she did, she made lots. Enough to give some away to friends and family, and plenty to store in the white recycled containers she…
Plum and Berry Slice
Today I’m sharing the recipe for this Plum and Berry Slice – simply because it needs to be shouted from the rooftops and made in every kitchen, everywhere. Seriously, it’s THAT good. The best thing is that this recipe is the result of using up skanky (over ripe) plums I had sitting in the fruit…
Ricciarelli – Almond Biscuits from Siena
Ricciarelli are addictive. Seriously. I can say this confidently. Take one bite and you will understand. Sweet, tender, with a hint of orange, these biscuits have an almost chewy texture and just melt in your mouth. I can’t stop eating them. But that’s ok. There are worse addictions, and if Ricciarelli is mine then so…
Almond and Cranberry Biscotti
The days are longer and warmer now, and the garden struggles to survive. The fragile leaves of the herbs in my little patch simply wilt and I can almost hear them gasping for air. The intensity of the sun bares down with ferocity and we retreat inside, thankful for the air conditioner which provides a…
Pitti Pi – My favourite biscuits in the world
I just received the first proof of my new book “The Sweet Life” a few days ago. It’s so exciting to see the words and pictures come to life. I am really happy with it and can’t wait to share it with you, out February 2018. It’s all about sweets, such as cakes, tarts, desserts,…
Italian Almond Crackle Biscuits
As with most Italian biscuits, these keep really well so you may as well make a double batch. Best of all, it’s all mixed in the food processor so this is super easy to make. The liqueur gives these an authentic taste, but you can omit it if you don’t want to buy a bottle…
Oaty Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are a win/win in my books. The kids get a yummy cookie filled with chocolate chips, and I’m happy there’s a little bit of healthy oats going in at the same time. Oaty Chocolate Chip Cookies Author: Liliana Battle Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 10 mins Total time: 25 mins Serves: 24…
Florentines
I am a bit of a sucker for a good biscuit. I grew up having to do the rounds of all the Italian families for the “visits”. This usually meant Mum and Dad chatting and me sitting trying not to look bored. Oh how I wish we had Ipads and Iphones back then – my…
