Rich simple syrup. Use 2 parts sugar to 1 part water for a thicker syrup and longer shelf life. Honey syrup or maple syrup.

Alabama grows some of the finest pecans in the South, and candying them for Halloween parties is a tradition many families ...

The syrup tea cake recipe comes from the memory of my 89-year-old mother who really makes them better than me." Original Tea Cake Recipe: 1 C. lard (1 C. shortening or 1 stick butter and 1/2 C.

Homemade Simple Syrup is one of the easiest, most versatile sweeteners you can make and it takes just 5 minutes. With only ...

Perfect for a brunch or bridal shower, Shahir’s version of an Opera Cake is infused with tea for a blast of aromatic flavour. Make the cake layers ahead and freeze, then assemble the day before your ...

Lemon-myrtle, lavender-Earl Grey, hazelnut-orange -- the selection of tea cakes from Valerie Confections screams spring. Assistant Food editor Betty Hallock is a fan: “They’re moist, dense and not too ...

This citrus-y cake pairs perfectly with a warm cup of tea of coffee. Photo / Babiche Martens For this delicious sticky cake, I always make plenty of syrup, and keep extra aside to pour over it before ...

Inspired by a lovely lady called Rav who introduced us to the caraway loaf, this is great for afternoon tea or as a stress-free dinner-party dessert with a glass of wine. It can be made the day before ...

Autumn has now arrived and is a perfect time to make a seasonal cake such as Mary Berry's Maple Syrup cake which is best paired with a warm beverage for a cosy night in. It is now October and the ...