Who doesn’t love a good trifle during the holidays? But just when you thought trifle couldn’t get any better, try this chocolate and caramel Christmas trifle! A heavenly dessert that will dazzle your taste buds and delight your guests. This exquisite trifle is a symphony of rich flavours, perfectly layered to create a holiday masterpiece. The perfect way to indulge in the festive spirit. Made this delicious recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Chocolate lamington and cherry trifle https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/chocolate-lamington-and-cherry-trifle
A South African classic with a modern twist – this granadilla fridge tart with white chocolate ganache is super-delish! Made this granadilla fridge tart with white chocolate ganache? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram ALSO SEE: Light lemon sponge pudding Recipe, styling and photography by Hein van Tonder.
This super-rich dark chocolate berry cake is as sinfully delicious as chocolate cake gets. It’s especially creamy thanks to the butter and buttermilk, and the combination of berries and chocolate is one of the best in all desserts. Did you make this recipe? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa ALSO SEE: Chocolate coffee cake https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/chocolate-coffee-cake
Whether you’re a coffee lover, red wine drinker or you enjoy the kick of a smooth whisky, there’s a chocolate to go with every bev of choice. When paired artfully, it can be a devilishly pleasurable experience. Finding the perfect pair might be a trial-and-error process, and you can experiment with different types of chocolate and different types of drinks. The basic rule for the perfect chocolate/booze pairing is: to balance the flavours. For example, if you’re having strong bitter chocolate, a sweeter wine or spirit might be the perfect accompaniment. We share more tips and some of the best…
Chocolate is a versatile and beloved ingredient that finds its way into countless baked creations. The process may seem straightforward, but there are various methods, each with its own nuances. Selecting the right chocolate Choosing the right type of chocolate is the first step in the melting process. While you can melt any chocolate, it’s essential to select a good-quality product. Dark, semi-sweet, and milk chocolates are popular choices. High-quality chocolate usually contains a higher cocoa butter content, making it smoother when melted. Double boiler method: This traditional method provides a gentle and even heat, which is perfect for melting…
Start your mornings on a sweet note and with a burst of energy and flavour with our nutritious millet, chocolate, hazelnut, and seed bars. These delightful breakfast treats are a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients to kickstart your day. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Blueberry scones
How could you possibly go wrong when the two primary ingredients are almost universally adored? Celebrate International Coffee Day with this delectable Chocolate coffee cake that is the perfect dessert or afternoon cake, full of flavour and deliciously moist! Try this Chocolate Coffee Cake ALSO SEE: Vegan Chocolate Cake Recipe https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/vegan-chocolate-recipe Recipe by Ronelle Hart Photographs by Annalize Nel
We’ve taken two classics, chocolate and malva pudding, and created this irresistible dessert! It is perfect for having friends over, or simply when you feel like indulging. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram ALSO SEE: Easy malva pudding recipe https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/easy-malva-pudding-recipe Recipe: Patricia Wood
Pancakes are a favourite for breakfast indulgence, and when you add in salted caramel and chocolate fudge sauce, they become sweet and rich dreams. The batter is lightly spiced to give it extra flavour, and these fluffy divine pancakes with salted caramel and chocolate fudge sauce are then drenched in sinful goodness and topped with caramelised hazelnuts to start your day off deliciously. TRY THIS: Make perfect pancakes every time with this easy pancake recipe ALSO TRY: Puffed pancakes with bananas and Horlicks ice cream https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/puffed-pancakes-with-bananas-and-horlicks-ice-cream
“There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend with a chocolate brownie pudding.” ― Linda Grayson. This delicious and oh-so-gooey chocolate brownie pudding recipe only takes 40 minutes from start to finish and will leave all your guests coming back for more! Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram ALSO TRY: Chocolate brownies the South African way https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/chocolate-brownies
You can never go wrong with chocolate. This baked double chocolate cheesecake is utterly delicious and your guests will definitely line up for seconds or even thirds. To drink: A steaming cup of vanilla tea. ALSO SEE: Decadent chocolate cheesecake https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/decadent-chocolate-cheesecake
The ultimate chocolate chip cookies – a timeless classic that never fails to bring smiles to faces, young and old. Perfectly golden-brown exteriors that boast a delicate, crispy texture, giving way to a soft and gooey center, studded with pools of melted chocolate. These cookies are the epitome of indulgence, the stuff of dreams for any sweet tooth. Did you make this chocolate chip cookies recipe? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa! ALSO SEE: Pressed flower sugar cookies https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pressed-flower-sugar-cookies Recipe by Toni Scorgie Feature image: Unsplash
Classic Chocolate Brownies Recipe Get bake sale ready with this classic chocolate brownies recipe! It’s so quick and so easy to make, without compromising on chocolaty goodness! TOTAL TIME 35 minutes | SERVES 5-6 INGREDIENTS 1 Cup Flour ¾ Cup Cocoa 1 ¼ Cup Sugar ½ Tbsp Salt ½ Tbsp Baking powder 3 Eggs 140g Butter, melted ¼ Cup Oil ½ Tbsp Vanilla extract ½ Cup Chocolate chunks METHOD PREHEAT the oven to 170°. Lightly grease a baking pan. PUT all of the ingredients into a large bowl in the order in which they’re written. Stir, then beat the mixture…
What the fudge? This chocolate fudge cake with caramel icing will make your guests line up for seconds, thirds and fourths. It’s perfectly moist, gooey and utterly delicious! ALSO SEE: Ricotta and lemon cakes https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/ricotta-and-lemon-cakes-2 Cake recipe adapted from Nigella Lawson.
Raspberry and chocolate macarons These bite-sized Raspberry and chocolate macarons are the perfect combination of fruity sweetness and decadent chocolate. TOTAL TIME 2 hours 5 minutes | MAKES 18 INGREDIENTS 175 g icing sugar 175 g ground almonds 15 g freeze-dried raspberry powder 2 large egg whites A few drops of red food colouring 225 g dark chocolate; (minimum 70% cocoa solids) 225 ml double cream METHOD USE a 2.5 cm round shot glass as a guide to draw 36 circles on a sheet of greaseproof paper. Oil a large baking sheet, then turn the greaseproof paper circle-side-down and smooth it…