Our Recipes

Buttery pastry, spiced fruit, and a splash of brandy make these classic Christmas mince pies a must-have on the festive table—warm, nostalgic, and full of cheer.

Zesty, fudgy, and full of sunshine—these lemon brownies are a golden citrus treat with a soft bite and sweet-tart balance you’ll keep coming back for.

Sweet, fluffy, and rich with ripe banana flavour, this classic banana cake is beautifully simple—iced with a bright lemon glaze and baked in tins or muffin pans.

Earthy carrots, golden syrup, and warm spices come together in this tender carrot cake, topped with tangy cream cheese icing for the perfect finish.

Rich, moist, and full of deep cocoa flavour—this classic chocolate cake has a soft, tender crumb and a simple buttercream icing you’ll want on everything.

Light, moist, and rich in flavour—these chocolate cupcakes are crowned with a smooth ganache icing and finished with chopped chocolate for extra indulgence.

Fluffy, golden, and zesty—these lemon poppyseed muffins are topped with a crunchy lemon sugar glaze and a clever kitchen tip you’ll use forever.

A crisp base with a silky, spicy-sweet ginger icing—this classic slice is bold, buttery, and downright addictive from the very first bite.

Buttery, crumbly, and golden—this melt-in-your-mouth shortbread is a simple classic, perfect with tea or wrapped up as a heartfelt homemade gift.

Golden coconut base, creamy caramel, a touch of ginger heat, and crunchy chocolate walnuts—this layered slice is pure indulgent comfort.

A chewy coconut base with a glossy dark chocolate topping—this no-bake slice is naturally sweetened, rich, and a staple from our Arapawa kitchen.

Crisp, spicy, and sweetened with treacle—these old-fashioned ginger nut cookies pack a bold bite and bake into perfect crinkles every time.

Sweet, salty, chewy perfection—these chocolate and roasted peanut cookies are a family favourite from Adrind, one of my mum’s closest baking friends.

Crunchy, golden, and rich with history, these oat and golden syrup biscuits are inspired by the original ANZAC recipes baked to honour and nourish soldiers. With a twist of cranberries and almonds, they’re a deliciously rustic treat perfect for sharing and remembering.