Our Recipes

Christmas Mince Pies

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.

Lemon Brownie

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.

Banana Cake

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.

Carrot Cake

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

Chocolate Cake

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.

Chocolate Cupcakes

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

Crunchy Lemon Poppyseed

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.

Ginger Crunch

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

Shortbread

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.

Tuff Stuff

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

Coconut Slice

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.

Gingernut Cookies

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

Chocolate Peanut Cookies

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

Anzac Biscuits

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.