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Cream cheese frosting? Or plain and simple? You d

Cream cheese frosting? Or plain and simple?

You decide. From Friday through til Monday, you can get 20% off my 76-page e-book This Is How We Roll when you subscribe to my newsletter! 💌

I want more than anything for you to conquer those kitchen fears and join the Cinni roll crew. Not sure if this book’s for you? Here’s why it’s different:

✨ You don’t need a heavy-duty stand mixer for the dough – you can knead everything by hand

✨ It’s designed so you can mix and match any of the 5 dough recipes with 4 different fillings and 4 icings to make a roll that’s uniquely yours!

✨ There are three unique bonus recipes for the more experienced baker {including delightful sugary morning buns!!}

✨ It has easy-to-follow step-by-step photos and a whole chapter on braiding, plaiting and knotting

✨ I includes exact dimensions for rolling your dough, cutting to size and shaping

✨ You can make them in one go {let’s be honest though, who’d want to wait?} BUT I also include information for how to proof them overnight

✨ It includes a full breakdown of ingredients and alternatives {and icing recipes that aren’t too sweet!} as well as resources from the brands I love 💕

Head to the link in my bio @acupofteaandcake and this offer will drop in your inbox on Friday morning 😘

*Please note:* this is a downloadable e-book as opposed to a physical copy, but wanted to give you a fun sneak peek into what’s inside in this reel📕

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AD ✨ BONFIRE BANOFFEE PIE Bonfire Night might

AD ✨ BONFIRE BANOFFEE PIE

Bonfire Night might be over but that doesn’t mean you can’t add a little sparkle and pizazz to your desserts right now! Introducing THE pie you need in your life - the bonfire banoffee pie, with allll these layers:

✔️ A buttery biscuit base that melts in your mouth
✔️ Silky smooth caramel
✔️ Deliciously sweet sliced bananas
✔️ All topped with a mountain of @epicsnax’s Giant Toastin’ Marshmallows (toasted ofc, for that melty, gooey mouthfeel)

@tescofood @ocado @waitrose and @sainsburys all stock Epic Snax’s mallows and IMO, you can never have enough 😜

Find the full recipe for this divine dessert linked in my bio @acupofteaandcake. You won’t regret it…

#EpicSnax #MakeItEpic

What’s THE cookie YOU’D have in a Christmas co

What’s THE cookie YOU’D have in a Christmas cookie box?

Do you have one in particular? Would they be as big as your face, with a crunch on the outside and chewy on the inside? Would they be small enough to pop into your mouth in one go? Would they contain all the flavours of Christmas – like cinnamon, nutmeg and mixed spice? Or be simple and buttery?

Tell me. Tell me! I want to know 🥰 Drop your personal fave in the comments 👇🏼

#acupofteaandcake #bakinginspo

MY TOP 5 BUNDT TIPS: ☝🏼 CHOOSE YOUR TIN CARE

MY TOP 5 BUNDT TIPS:

☝🏼 CHOOSE YOUR TIN CAREFULLY
The more intricate your tin, the harder your bundt will be to get out as there’s more surface area for your batter to get stuck to. And always choose a high-quality non-stick tin like @nordicwareuk

✌🏼 PICK THE RIGHT RECIPE
While bundt tins are super versatile, not *every* cake can be made in one. Choose denser batters that have more structure, heft and integrity (like pound cake recipes and not sponges!), as these tend to release more easily.

🤟🏼 MAKE CAKE “GOOP”
I’ve tried (and failed) with allll the ways to effectively release a bundt from its tim and cake goop was the only method that worked for me – especially when working with intricate pans. Mix equal parts flour, shortening (eg. Trex) and sunflower oil to a smooth paste then use a pastry brush to brush your good into all the crevices. I also like this method because you can see exactly where you’re putting it so you don’t miss any spots!

🤚🏼 THE 10 MIN RULE
Once your bundt has baked and you’ve tested it’s ready with a toothpick or cake tester, leave it to cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Set that timer and don’t touch it. Your bundt will still have a lot of residual heat in it and will still be baking and therefore prone to breakage should you try and turn it out sooner.

🖐🏼 THE FLIP
Place a wire rack on top of your bundt, flip it over and give it a few gentle bangs on top with a rolling pin to really release it. Slowly and carefully lift your bundt tin away and keep your fingers crossed!

Will you attempt a bundt this winter? What are your go-to tips?

#acupofteaandcake #nationalbundtday

Can you guess what all these images have in common

Can you guess what all these images have in common?

They were all shot with artificial light. While my heart will always favour natural light, when the days get shorter and darker sometimes as photographers we need a helping hand. Here’s what I’ve learned along the way…

1. To truly get the most out of using artificial light, you have to have a really good understanding of natural light and shadow, and how we can manipulate natural light FIRST.

2. Modifiers change the look and feel, so you can create a range of looks depending on the mood you envision for your scene.

3. You can TOTALLY recreate a natural look with artificial light. Again, it all comes down to understanding the theory of light in the first place.

4. Flash photography helps you capture motion in sharp focus with features like high-speed sync. Think splashes, bubbles and more! Understanding how to use flash adds a string to your bow, means you’re more versatile as a photographer and gives you the opportunity to shoot in any condition.

5. You have more control with artificial light (great for product photography), but I truly believe working with natural light which is unpredictable = more growth and more learning in the long run.

Which do you prefer?

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Is it too early to talk about Christmas?? 🫢 La

Is it too early to talk about Christmas?? 🫢

Last year, I brought out my small e-book “Gemütlich” (meaning pleasant and cheerful) with five festive German cookie recipes for a cosy and comforting Christmas 🥰 The book was based on my Omi’s biscuit recipes passed down through generations – so you could bake some traditional recipes in your kitchen and give some wonderful cookie boxes to loved ones 💛

All the biscuits in this book keep well, and not only look beautiful wrapped up, but also used as decoration amongst table wreaths or hung on your tree for small hands to find.

Would you like me to bring it back this festive season? Leave a 💯 in the comments if so 😘

#acupofteaandcake #gemutlich

Got weekend baking plans? Here are 10 of my favou

Got weekend baking plans?

Here are 10 of my favourite recipes for those cold, winter nights…

1. Grandma’s Apple Pie
2. Sticky Gingerbread
3. GF Clementine + Grapefruit Cake
4. S’mores Cookies
5. Pumpkin Spice Choc Muffins
6. Boozy Brookies
7. Banoffee Pie Blondies
8. Banana Walnut Muffins
9. Blood Orange Curd
10. Maple Apple Cake

Head to acupofteaandcake.com (linked in my bio @acupofteaandcake) for all the recipes, tips and tricks 💛

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📣 CALLING ALL COOKIE LOVERS 📣 My ginger mol

📣 CALLING ALL COOKIE LOVERS 📣

My ginger molasses cookie recipe has been updated and I’m here 👏🏼 for 👏🏼 them 👏🏼 They’re chewy in the middle, but have a beautiful bite to their exterior thanks to a little tumble in granulated sugar.

I don’t know about you but I like my cookies flatter, chewier and crinkly rather than small and cakey. I tested this recipe a number of times again adapting a few elements as the original IMO was too firm. I decided to add 1 yolk and extra treacle so they’d spread just a little more 🙏🏼 andddd so they’d have a rich, extra velvety centre.

Run, don’t walk. We all need a cookie at 4pm on hump day 😘 Recipe linked in my bio @acupofteaandcake ❤️ Did I mention you can make them in 25 mins flat?

#acupofteaandcake #thecookiechronicles

Can we talk about how every Monday from now on sho

Can we talk about how every Monday from now on should start with a warm batch of Cinni rolls?! 👀

Because in my humble opinion these are *everything*. Roll them, plait them, braid them. But most importantly pop them in your mouth straight from the oven slathered in tangy cream cheese frosting 🤤

You can find the recipes for all these beauts in my e-book: 76 pages of heavenly deliciousness dedicated purely to cinni rolls. Head to the link in my bio @acupofteaandcake if you fancy snagging yourself a copy for the colder months 😘

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🔮 CRYSTAL BALL COOKIES 🔮 The sparkliest, m

🔮 CRYSTAL BALL COOKIES 🔮

The sparkliest, most fun Halloween bake of the weekend is here!! 💫

💜 You don’t need a specific cookie cutter for this one! I show you how you can make your own on my site.
💜 Marble any spooky colours together – not just blue and purple.
💜 Edible glitter, sprinkles and lustre spray are all great alternatives to edible gold leaf.

Head to @acupofteaandcake and hit the link in my bio for the full recipe and instructions. Happy Halloween! 👻

#acupofteaandcake #spookyszn

AD 🍁 Want to know what MAKES this cake? It’

AD 🍁 Want to know what MAKES this cake?

It’s got to be the maple drizzle made with 100% Pure Canadian Maple Syrup 🤤 The Dark variety has a more pronounced caramel flavour – making it ideal for baking and fruity dishes. And it’s got to be the most delicious pairing with this light and delicate apple cake, served with crunchy homemade toffee apples.

Remember to give this a bookmark and save it for Bonfire Night so you can serve it up with sparklers and hot maple syrup toddies 🧡

Head to the link in my bio @acupofteaandcake for the lowdown on how to make this stunning dessert 😘

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Real talk. You don’t need all the props or kit

Real talk.

You don’t need all the props or kit to begin as a food photographer. You don’t need to know absolutely everything – isn’t the journey the best part? The learning, the growth, the discovery?

As a perfectionist, it’s easy to prevent yourself from putting work out into the world if you aren’t 100% satisfied with the outcome. But success can be defined by a simple formula: focus and consistent action over time equals success. The greater your focus and more consistent your habits, the less time it will take to reach success. Easy as that.

Keep showing up, imperfectly. Be curious, and think about what could go right. It’ll open up doors of possibility that you may never have imagined. Hone in on your strengths and work out what magic YOU bring – because only you can bring it! 💫

Pick up whatever camera you have and experiment. Take action TODAY. If you’re starting out, I have a freebie all about how to take stunning photos with the camera in your pocket 📱

Simply subscribe to my newsletter (linked in bio @acupofteaandcake) for the download 😘

#acupofteaandcake #mondaymotivation

💃🏼🕺🏻 LET’S DANCE! Playing around wi

💃🏼🕺🏻 LET’S DANCE!

Playing around with a little stop motion and definitely ate ALL of these delicious @buttermilk_choccy bite size peanut butter crunch far too quickly. And the best thing? They’re dairy-free and you wouldn’t even know it 🥰

Their packaging is also zero waste: designed to be recyclable or reusable 🌍💙

Hope you bounce into the weekend with as much energy as these plant-powered goodies 💛

#acupofteaandcake #tastyAF

This pumpkin soup and you should meet 🥰 She’

This pumpkin soup and you should meet 🥰

She’s got juuuust the right amount of seasoning thanks to garam masala and ground cumin, and allll the goodness that comes from whacking an entire pumpkin and a few potatoes into a pan with stock.

She’s magic. And I’ve made two humongous batches in the last two weeks (and froze half for those cold days where you don’t want to run to the shops) because she’s honestly THAT delicious.

And here I am, screaming that you should also try this soup because you’ll probably love it too.

Recipe linked in my bio @acupofteaandcake 🧡

#acupofteaandcake #eattheseasons

AD ☁️ HALLOWEEN RICE KRISPIE TREATS A signatu

AD ☁️ HALLOWEEN RICE KRISPIE TREATS

A signature easy no-bake that can be made from start to finish in less than 30mins! This fun Halloween treat is made with my absolute FAVE @epicsnax Giant Toastin’ Marshmallows for that gooey, sticky, dreamy texture 🤤

Here’s why I adore these:
☁️ No need to bake
☁️ Only 3 ingredients
☁️ Perfect for baking with kids
☁️ Quick alternative for Trick or Treating
☁️ Gooey, crunchy, delicious

Grab a bag of @epicsnax Giant Toastin’ Marshmallows in @ocadouk @tescofood @waitrose or @sainsburys then hop on over to my site for the full recipe. Linked in my bio @acupofteaandcake 👻

#MakeItEpic #EpicSnax

🕷 Cupcakes forever IMO. Who agrees? Especially

🕷 Cupcakes forever IMO. Who agrees?

Especially ones that are JUST as delicious on the inside as the outside. These Halloween-inspired red velvet cupcakes are crammed with the most velvety cheesecake filling (ahem @philadelphia_uki aren’t you just the best) and topped with, wait for it: @vanhoutenprofessional intense deep black dutch-processed cocoa frosting 🖤

If I could pop one thing in my mouth this Halloween it would be these. Recipe linked in my bio @acupofteaandcake

#acupofteaandcake #halloweenbakes

🍫 BROWNIE CUPS BAKING HACK 🍫 The wonderful

🍫 BROWNIE CUPS BAKING HACK 🍫

The wonderful team @denbypottery gifted me some of their gorgeous bakeware and ceramics to try out this INCREDIBLE baking hack using two of their 12-muffin baking tins. Why not bookmark this and give a go yourself at home?

FOR THE BROWNIE CUPS
1 box @menierchoc Premium Brownie Baking Mix
3 eggs
140g unsalted butter

FOR THE CHEESECAKE
140g cream cheese
60g caster sugar
1 egg
½ tsp vanilla essence
100g @guittardchocolate milk chocolate baking chips

FOR THE TOPPING
200ml @yeovalley double cream
75g @bonnemaman_uk raspberry jam
1tsp vanilla essence
1 tbsp caster sugar
Sprinkling of cocoa powder, sifted

METHOD
1. Preheat the oven to 220C / 430F.
2. Make the brownies according to the packet instructions, then lightly butter one of Denby’s Quantanium Finish 12 Cup Cupcake Tins.
3. Add a heaped tablespoon of mixture to each muffin tin hole and bake in the oven for 8 minutes until slightly risen but still a little wet in the centre.
4. While the brownies bake, make the cheesecake mixture by whipping the cream cheese, caster sugar, vanilla essence and egg together until well combined and smooth in texture. Fold through the chocolate chips.
4. Remove the brownies from the oven, and using a secondary cupcake tin, place on top of the brownies and press down to create a cup.
5. Fill each cup with a tablespoon of cheesecake filling and bake for a further 5-8 minutes until the cheesecake is browning slightly and set.
6. Remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before using a palette knife to release each brownie cup from the tin and placing on a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Make your whipped cream by whisking together the cream, sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Swirl through the jam.
8. Place the cream into a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle and pipe swirls on top of each of the brownie cups.
9. Sprinkle with a little cocoa powder and serve immediately. These are best eaten on the day.

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Looking for a fun and delicious Halloween bake that’ll get you in the mood for spooky szn?? @menierchoc’s Premium Baking Mixes couldn’t make baking more simple! This Moelleux traybake is topped with a rich, indulgent chocolate fudge frosting (yum!!) made from their 70% Dark Chocolate and then decorated with sprigs of mint and little “pumpkins”.

You can find @menierchoc luxury range in @ocadouk @waitrose @boothscountry and @sainsburys 🎃

Learn how to make these pumpkins along with the full recipe on my site. Hit the link in my bio @acupofteaandcake ✨

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