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Chocolate Peppermint Slice

Chocolate peppermint slice

Recreate a childhood favourite with this divine chocolate and peppermint slice recipe that is wonderful sliced and shared with loved ones over a pot of tea.
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creepy crawly spider cake

Creepy crawly spider cake

Perfect as a birthday cake for a budding arachnologist, or to celebrate the spooky season of Halloween, this creepy crawly spider cake is sure to make an impression!
Halloween creepy monster cupcakes

Scary monster cupcakes

Using bought cake makes these creepy decorated cakes a breeze to put together for Halloween or a little monster's birthday party.
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PASSIONFRUIT CREAM BISCUITS

Passionfruit cream biscuits

Store bought biscuits these days are pretty good in terms of quality, but nothing says 'I love you' like a homemade biscuit. These passionfruit cream versions just melt in the mouth.
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rhubarbandraspberryjam

Rhubarb and raspberry jam

Give your regular berry jam a distinctive lift with the addition of rhubarb. For best results use only the reddest parts of the rhubarb stems.
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bite size desserts for parties

Cute mini treats for the perfect morning tea snack

A morning tea catch up with friends wouldn't be complete without a delicious array of sweet treats, and it's these adorable desserts that will impress. From tasty friands and cupcakes to fruity loaves and creamy cheesecakes, these bite-sized delights are the perfect pick. They also make great finger food for parties and are a great addition to lunchboxes. Let's get baking!
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jam roly poly recipe

Jam roly poly

With crumbly, golden pastry, sweet strawberry jam and a drizzle of sugar syrup, this jam roly poly makes a wonderful afternoon tea treat. Serve it warm with a dollop of custard alongside your cuppa.
bay leaf sponge cake recipe

Recipes for Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea

If you're taking part in Australia's Biggest Morning Tea this year, we have all the inspiration you need to get baking right here! Whether you're hosting an event at work or home, it's the perfect occasion to get creative in the kitchen - all while raising much-needed money for cancer research. From our traditional rocky road and banana bread recipes, to rich caramel slices, chocolate brownies and zesty lamingtons, there's something for every sweet tooth.
easy scone recipes

Easy scone recipes for a lazy sunday brunch

You can't go past a classic scone for the a quick and easy brunch. Filled with raspberry jam and fresh cream, they are the perfect decadent treat with minimal effort required. Here, we've gathered our best and easiest recipes for this classic tea-time snack. We've also included simple recipes with cheeses, chocolates and fruits for the days when you have those extra ingredients on hand. For those who are gluten-free or watching their fat-intake, we've got you covered with our butterless or flourless options. Dig in!
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Cranberry coconut Christmas trees

Cranberry coconut Christmas trees

These adorable Christmas tree-shaped macaroon biscuits are sure to be a massive hit with the whole family. They taste so good, you'll want to use this recipe all year round.
Christmas chocolate brownies

Christmas chocolate brownies

They're the kind of dessert you are more than happy to eat all-year-round, but we've given the classic brownie recipe a fun makeover, just in time for the festive season. Serve for dessert after Christmas lunch, or wrap up and give as gifts.
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Chocolate hedgehog slice with ganache

Chocolate hedgehog slice with ganache

Packed full of fragrant Turkish delight chunks and crunchy slivered almonds, this creamy chocolate slice makes a super indulgent afternoon treat. Serve topped with a rich milk chocolate ganache and coconut for ultimate decadence.
Banana Caramel Layer Cake

Beautiful banana cakes for afternoon tea

There are few desserts more universally loved than a good homemade banana cake. Flavoured with the natural sweetness of fruit, these recipes are wonderfully moist and fluffy. We've pulled together a selection of our favourites, from the classic Australian Women's Weekly banana cake recipe, to our chocolate marble banana cake and a recipe with salted caramel frosting. You'll also find a dairy-free version for those with allergies, plus little miniature versions drizzled with sweet maple syrup. Let's get baking!
13 beautiful gluten-free cake recipes

13 beautiful gluten-free cake recipes

Whether you're following a gluten-free diet because of intolerances or Coeliac disease, it can be hard finding desserts to indulge in that actually taste good. Fortunately, we've pulled together a selection of our most indulgent chocolate, coconut, fruit and citrus cakes for your enjoyment, all containing no gluten. Try our syrupy polenta and orange cake, or go for a thick slice of our chocolate mousse dessert... Whatever your flavour preference, we've got your cravings covered.
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blood orange cake recipe

Blood orange hazelnut cake

This beautiful hazelnut cake is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The blood orange topping creates a lovely syrupy moisture throughout the dessert, which is brilliant served warm or cool.
Mini blueberry and banana bread loaves

Mini blueberry and banana bread loaves

These beautiful little loaves are miniature versions of our classic blueberry and banana bread recipe, perfect for lunchbox snacks or portion-controlled morning tea. Serve with a rich dollop of whipped blueberry ricotta cream.
Spiced banana and peach slice

Spiced banana and peach slice

We love making sweet slices because they're so versatile, and one of our favourite combinations is sweet banana and juicy peaches. Finish it off with a zesty lemon glaze for maximum flavour.
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ANZAC biscuits

20 classic baking recipes from The Australian Women’s Weekly

When it comes to home cooking in Australia, there is no one more well-respected than The Australian Women's Weekly. And apart from their classic lunch and family dinner recipes, The Weekly is best known for their beautiful baked goods. From cakes and cupcakes, to pies and tarts, these delightful recipes are completely timeless and continue to be requested throughout the generations. Take a flick through and see what you'll be baking for your loved ones this weekend.
Honey and vanilla cake

Simple butter cakes and tea cakes

We've pulled together a selection of our favourite sweet and fluffy butter cakes and tea cakes to enjoy alongside your mid-morning or afternoon cuppa. Cut yourself a big slice, pop on the kettle, and sit back and relax.
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Tamarillo loaf cake

Tamarillo loaf cake

Growing up, we called them “tree tomatoes”, a reference to their colour and shape. A name change to tamarillo and this tart, fleshy autumn fruit remains one of my favourites to eat and cook with
COCONUT Banana Bread

16 sweet breads and loaves for morning tea

When you think of the word 'bread', your mind is probably drawn to a piece of freshly toasted sourdough, lathered with butter. But while we love our savoury breakfast, this collection celebrates the sweet and fruity loaves of bread that we like to cut up, smother with ricotta or jam and enjoy with a cup of tea. From the traditional banana bread, to a gluten-free date loaf, there's something for everyone. And for the chocolate lovers, try our choc-hummingbird bread - divine!
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Herb and cheese damper

Herb and cheese damper

Put on a cuppa and enjoy a slice of this tasty herb and cheese damper - perfect for morning or afternoon tea.
Spiced apple cupcakes

Spiced apple cupcakes

Yummy, delicious gluten-free and dairy-free spiced apple cupcakes perfect for the kids lunchbox and for you with a cup of tea, morning or afternoon.
Lemontons

Lemontons

We have created a lemon twist on a classic favourite - the Lamington. We've even made this recipe gluten-free, and nut-free, so everyone can enjoy!
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Apple raspberry bread

Apple raspberry bread

This sweet raspberry loaf is a delicious snack, perfect with a cup of tea, morning or afternoon.
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Apricot coconut bars

Apricot coconut bars

Sink your teeth into this sweet and decadent apricot slice - So easy to prepare and so delicious!
passionfruit cake recipes

Passionfruit curd teacake

This fluffy teacake is beautifully moist from the homemade passionfruit curd swirled through. Enjoy a big slice with a cuppa for morning or afternoon tea.
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Women’s Weekly Vintage Edition: Garibaldi slice

Women’s Weekly Vintage Edition: Garibaldi slice

"These biscuits were unkindly called 'squashed flies' by children; this was probably due to the appearance and slightly acid flavour of the filling." This classic from The Australian Women's Weekly cookbooks will still go down a treat!

Beautiful biscuits and cookies

There is no smell more welcoming than that of freshly baked biscuits or cookies. Whether it's for morning tea with a cuppa or for the school cake stall, these recipes won't last long.
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Morning and afternoon tea recipes

Pop on the kettle and invite your family and friends around for a relaxing morning or afternoon, surrounded with beautiful cakes, slices, muffins and other sweet treats. Whether you're cutting yourself a generous slice of pecan pie, sinking your teeth into homemade chocolate fudge or spreading a layer of jam on your freshly baked scones, we know this collection of recipes will delight all your loved ones.
Cinnamon scrolls

Maple pecan cinnamon scrolls

Packed full of crunchy, nutty pecans, the sweetness of these fluffy buns are beautiful topped with a sweet maple glaze. Enjoy them warm or cool with a cup of tea or coffee.
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Gluten-free and allergy-free eating

There's no need to miss out because food allergies and intolerances are holding you back. We've gathered together our best range of cakes, biscuits and pizza which taste so good you'd never know they're allergy-friendly! There's a classic carbonara which happens to also be dairy-free. Our gluten-free chocolate cupcakes won't disappoint. Nor will our strawberry and vanilla crumble, the perfect dessert for colder nights. Special diet or not, these recipes are a winner!
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Sultana madeira cake

Sultana madeira cake

This classic English lemony sponge cake gets a fruity twist by adding sultanas. Freeze in slices to put in lunchboxes and take to picnics.
Hazelnut and apple

Hazelnut and apple friands

Full of juicy apple pieces and crunchy hazelnuts, these light and fluffy friands are beautiful enjoyed with a mug of coffee for a relaxing afternoon treat.
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Apple Cinnamon tarts

Apple cinnamon tarts

This gorgeous apple cinnamon tart is wonderful served warm with an apricot-jam glazed, and can be on the dinner table in no time at all.
Apple and raspberry crumble

Apple and raspberry crumble

A timeless dessert classic that is loved by all - there is something so divine about warm, stewed fruits with a sweet, biscuit crumble.
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Apple and pear pie

Apple and pear pie

This country style classic has a thick buttery crust and is jam packed with lightly spiced stewed fruits - delightful!
Lamington sponge cake

Lamington sponge cake

We've added a delightful twist to the much loved Australian dessert, sandwiching light and fluffy lamingtons around a layer of fresh whipped cream.
ICED CHRISTMAS CUPCAKES

Iced Christmas cupcakes

Making these cute Christmas treats is truly a piece of cake. The special skill comes in adding the festive decorations. You'll need star and snowflake cutters, edible gold paint and a small brush. Bon Noel!
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Chocolate dip shortbread

Chocolate dip shortbread

Dip chocolate into homemade shortbread and you have a yummy treat for morning or afternoon tea, a picnic dessert or a welcome addition to a school or work lunchbox.
Spicy apple tea cake

Spicy apple tea cake

This old-fashioned treat is easy to make - and quite healthy for a cake! So get baking, then put your feet up with a cuppa.
Jam and coconut slice

Jam and coconut slice

Cut yourself a slice of this divine slice for morning tea. Oozing raspberry jam is wonderfully sandwiched between crumbly, golden pastry and a sweet, coconut crust.
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Vanilla Cinnamon Shortbread

Vanilla cinnamon shortbread

Perfect as a festive season gift or special treat, these buttery shortbread rise to new heights with the pairing of vanilla and cinnamon.
Almond nougat

Almond nougat

The classic sweet treat that pleases adults and children alike - deliciously chewy almond nougat.
cheesy spinach cakes

Cheesy spinach muffins

No one will be able to stop munching on these delicious savoury muffins, filled with feta, cottage cheese and spinach
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Apricot slice

Apricot slice

Wonderfully fluffy and moist, this apricot slice is packed full of sweetness and texture.
Basic scones

Basic scones

Classic scones are easy to make and a delicious addition to any afternoon tea.
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Almond jelly with lychees

Almond jelly with lychees

This is a jelly that adults will get on board with - beautifully flavoured with fresh lychees and almond essence.
mixed berry brioche

Mixed berry brioche

This rich and sweet berry brioche takes just ten minutes to create, making this the perfect fruity, creamy snack.
Liquorice allsorts slice

Liquorice allsorts slice

A colourful and creative slice that can be made in less than 15 minutes. A perfect sweet treat for kids and adults alike.
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Chocolate melting moments with coffee cream

Chocolate melting moments with coffee cream

Rich, crumbly, chocolatey biscuits are sandwiched with a rich coffee cream filling to create these divine bite sized treats. Enjoy with a mug of coffee or tea for a lovely sweet treat.
Upside-down Pear and Chocolate Cake

Upside-down pear and chocolate cake

Delight your family and friends with this beautiful upside down dessert served fresh out of the oven. Indulge your senses with decadent chocolate cake topped with juicy, sweet tender pears.
Apricot and Walnut Biscuits

Apricot and walnut biscuits

These golden biscuits are delicious and great to make with the kids. Full of crunchy walnuts and chewy apricot pieces, they'll be a sure-fire hit!
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Coffee cake

Coffee cake

An easy coffee cake to make for afternoon tea. Spread with butter and serve warm.
Oat and fruit slice

Oat and fruit slice

A toasty combination of wholesome rolled oats with dried fruit makes a feel-good treat for a morning and afternoon tea, or lunchbox snack for your kids.
STRAWBERRY AND RHUBARB CONSERVE

Strawberry and rhubarb conserve

Sweet meets tangy and tart in this juicy, fragrant fruit and vegetable conserve. It's ideal as a spread with breakfast, morning or afternoon tea - or better still, as a fabulous home-made gift.
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Apple and pear crumble

Apple and pear crumble

This family classic is perfect for a cool winter's evening, the ultimate crumbly comfort food packed full of juicy fruit to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Coconut mocha slice

Mocha slice

Bringing together the flavours of coconut, coffee and chocolate, these mocha slices make a great snack, and perfect gift.
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Lemon Polenta Cake with Lemon Compote

Lemon polenta cake with lemon compote

Introduce an uplifting zing to morning or afternoon tea with a friend, by enjoying this lemony almond and polenta cake. A hint of orange blossom water makes it refreshingly satisfying.
Apple sour cream cake

Apple sour cream cake

Deliciously moist, this sour cream and apple cake is perfect served straight from the oven with a dollop of ice-cream.
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Apricot and Fig Bread

Apricot and fig bread

This dense sweet fruit loaf is beautiful served sliced, hot out of the oven, with a spread of cream cheese.
Date, carrot and honey loaf

Date, carrot and honey loaf

Naturally sweet and perfectly fluffy, prepare this golden date, carrot and honey loaf for your family and friends. Enjoy your loaf warm, sliced and with a cup of tea any time of the day.
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Apple Cinnamon Tea Cake

Apple cinnamon tea cake

Pop your feet up on the couch, and cut yourself a slice of this warm, moist apple cinnamon tea cake to go with a mug of your favourite brew.
Antipasto plate

Antipasto plate

Delight your guests with an irresistible assortment of antipasto goodies waiting to be gobbled up over a glass of wine.
Chocolate and zucchini cake

Chocolate and zucchini cake

Chocolate and zucchini are an unlikely team, but this combination really does work a treat. A clever way to get the kids to eat vegetables without them knowing they're eating vegetables!
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Figgy flapjacks

Figgy flapjacks

Packed full of sweet, chewy fig pieces and wholesome grains, these tasty homemade muesli bars are perfect for a mid-morning snack or school lunchbox treat.
Apricot cheesecake slice

Apricot cheesecake slice

This decadent slice showcases all the wonderful features of a delicious classic cheesecake, plus a beautiful apricot swirl throughout the creamy centre.
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Moist Chocolate Berry Cupcakes

Moist chocolate berry cupcakes

Dark chocolate and raspberries are one of those perfect food pairings that you can never go wrong with and these scrumptious cupcakes don't let that reputation down.
Florentine Slice

Florentine slice

Jam-packed full of sweet chewy cherries, crunchy nuts and cornflakes and decadent dark chocolate - the classic Florentine slice makes the ultimate accompaniment to a cup of hot coffee.
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Almond cherry pithivier

Almond cherry pithivier

Perfect for a winter's dessert or decadent weekend treat, this almond cherry pithivier is bursting with flavour.
Filo salmon quiche

Filo salmon quiche

Made with golden, crumbly pastry, these delicious flaked salmon and brie quiches are wonderfully light and tasty. Packed full of nutrients and wonderful flavours, this savoury dish can be enjoyed any time of the day.
Butterless Scones

Butterless scones

These light and fluffy scones are made without butter to create a beautiful morning tea treat with less fat. Serve them warm with a slice of sweet jam for a beautiful treat.
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