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The Fatless Cake!

June 20th, 2015

Yes, you read right. We often forget that cakes can be fat free too. If you skip some regular ingredients and opt for others then you can eat a healthy cake. Like, a walnut and dates cake obtains its sweetness from dates and not sugar. This cake is extremely good for people on a diet and diabetics.

If you are all set to make the fruity sponge cake then keep reading…

The preparation time of the cake is 10 minutes and the baking time is around 25 minutes. So, in about 45 minutes, you can cook a perfectly amazing fruity sponge cake!

Things you need:

  • A little butter or vegetable oil for greasing the baking pan
  • 50 grams of plain flour
  • 3 table spoon cornflour
  • 1 tease spoon of baking powder
  • 4 eggs, the yolk and white should be separated
  • 175g caster sugar

Now, the things you need for the filling inside are:

  • 295 grams mandarin slices
  • 200grams of low-fat from age frais or fro mage blanc (also known as white cheese)
  • And lastly a little icing sugar for dusting

Here is how you have to prepare this delicious yet fat free cake: –

  • Pr-heat the oven to about 180 degrees. Then grease the base and sides of your baking pans. If you are using sandwich tins to cook then use a greaseproof paper.
  • Then in a container, filter the flour and baking powder together with the help of a huge netted funnel.
  • Beat the egg whites with an electric beater and keep going until it is stiff. Gradually add sugar to the mixture and keep beating at a faster pace. Now whisk the egg yolks in the whites’ mixture.
  • Add rest of the ingredients for the cake in the egg and sugar mixture and keep stirring until it is properly assorted.
  • Now put the mix in the baking pans which we had greased earlier and level the tins well. Bake for around 20 minutes until it puffs up and has a light golden color. Insert a toothpick in the middle to check if the stick comes out clean. This indicates that your cake is well baked.
  • Let this sponge cake rest in the containers and leave it to cool. After few minutes, gently take them out of the pans and let it cool from the bottom too.
  • Now for the filling, you need to mix the mandarin pieces and the low fat from age fries together in a bowl. Make sure the peels are in tiny cuts and not large ones. Large pieces can disturb while eating. Apply this in between the sponge cakes.
  • Make sure that all the filling has been put properly in between the two cakes. Once done, dust with some icing sugar on the topmost layer and serve it.

This cake is famously eaten during breakfast hours. Bake for your loved ones and spread happiness. If you are too lazy to bake at home, then send cakes by post UK from an online gift store.

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Spread happiness on Christmas

June 20th, 2015

We generally do spread delight and happiness during Christmas but this time around do something diverse. Do not go the old school style when it comes to making a special Christmas gift hamper for your loved ones.  Since Christmas hamper delivery in UK is an easy source to ship your baskets of presents, spend time to make it worth.


If you are in a fix, then check out our list…

  • Bubble bath sets:

You can find many funky and cool bubble bath sets like some of them are in different fragrances in test tube bottles and some are in liquor bottles.

  • For the kids:

If you are gifting a child, then board games is the best option. You can also gift the kid his favourite sports items or else some other toys if he/she is not a fan of board games. If you are giving a present to a girl, a Barbie doll house set or glowing stars are a cute thing to give.

  • Pop-corn maker:

We aren’t referring to a microwave or pressure cooker, we are talking about the heat and eat pop-corn basket. Just cook them in this basket and you can eat it in the same container too. If you are going a little more on the budget, you can give two of these as a set with some unmade pop-corn packets. Just to complete the hamper.

  • Journals:

Girls often prefer expressing feelings in a journal. And that’s why gifting her journal with a bookmark and pen set is a great, reasonable and sweet idea for this Christmas.

  • Fancy mugs:

Superheroes figures, Star wars figures and many other figurines made in a form of a mug are available in the market. Pick something of their choice and put their favorite beverage (tea, coffee) and complete the hamper with a matched up key chain.

  • Hangers and holders:

A flower shaped wall fitted hanger and animal shaped holders are amongst the quirky gifts. These spunky gifts are worth giving since they are out of the box and totally unexpected.

  • Glasses:

Shot glasses, beer mugs, whisk glasses and other elaborate type of glasses/mugs makes for a good gift. You can make a set of two of each too if you want.

  • Nail set:

This nail set includes, nail art colors and stencils, nail polishes, nail paint remover, finger braces for nail paints and a filer. Of course, this set is to be gifted to a woman.

  • Clothing accessories:

We do not mean t-shirts, jeans and main clothes but you can always gift the other ones, right? We are talking about caps, scarves, gloves, beanies, hats, socks, belts and other few items.  Pick something you think will be useful for the opposite person.

  • Funny gifts:

A beer holster, monkey shaped nail dryer/ hair dryer, camera lens mug, dog shaped pen drive, guitar  stirrer, Santa figures, Oreo cup holder, shoes shapes phone holder, ninja cup and many other items.

We can go on and on about funny and astonishing Christmas gifts… It is your turn now to pick the best one.

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Hampers for Weddings!

June 20th, 2015

A wedding is one the most important days. So, on this day, you would definitely want friends and family to gift you some extravagant hamper baskets as a token of love. On that note, we make a record of the things you should probably gift your friends.

  • Customized cubes:

Customized framed cubes are a sweet and simple gift item. They can be used as a show piece around the house. So that makes these cubes useful.

  • Perfumes:

A perfume for her and him with a lovely card is a cute wedding gift. You can pack this in a heart shaped box and add some lotions and musk if you want to make the hamper grander.

  • Photo frames:

Of course post the marriage, every couple is going to frame their pictures from the special day. By gifting them a set of 4 or 6 photo frames of different sizes, you will make their work easier than ever.

  • Wine set:

Personalized wine glasses and a wine bottle, that’s all you need to, make a wedding hamper. You can buy a set together or customize it according to colour and boxes too. You can also pick Champaign instead of wine.

  • Kitchen items:

Kitchen gift items never fade away. These wedding gifts are famously given. But we have to say that it is essential at some point so go ahead and buy some plates, bowls, glasses and other kitchen utensils.

  • Watch set:

If you are too close to the bride and groom then a watch set with something sweet engraved on it is perfect. We are sure no one will ever be sad looking at a beautiful watch. Plus they are engraved!

  • Candles:

You can either get them customized which won’t really last long. You can also give a scented candle set with a chocolate box accompanying it. If not chocolates, do put a card with a positive message.

  • Coffee set:

This hamper may include a coffee mug, coffee bags, some cookies (if possible to add), different flavour powders and a stirrer. You can also gift a coffee maker. If you do not want to buy a big one, you can gift the small plastic one too.

  • Sheets sets:

Bed sheets and curtains sets are useful when someone is planning to move into a new house. You don’t always have to give over to the top gifts. Bed sheets and curtains can be consumed at all times. Believe us; the couple is going to love this gift.

  • The all-rounder:

The all-rounder is a special hamper which can be customized else you can include a frame, chocolates, a card, a wine bottle or Campaign, scented candles and mugs. You can totally create it your way too. We are just providing some ideas and options to pick from. Several things with a striking hamper basket and your marvelous gift is ready!

If you cannot attend the wedding, then send your gifts via hamper delivery UK services.

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Best 8 no-bake desserts

June 18th, 2015

If you do not have an oven but love baking or eat desserts, do not worry. We have got a list of delicious desserts that you can make without actually baking. We are not kidding, it is absolutely true! Read on to know the best 8 no-bake recipes.

  • Rice Krispies:

This simple 25 minutes recipe will blow your mind. Rice Krispies is something your kids can make too. Mainly made out of marshmallows, melted chocolate, rice krispie and dry fruits, this dessert is simple and easy. It won’t take too much time and money.

  • Chocolate Cheesecake:

This crunchy easy cheesecake recipe will save your day. The method of making is the same but you do not have to bake it at all. Just set everything in a baking pan step by step in a proper way and let it freeze overnight. Remove it the next day and put some melted chocolate on top or sprinkle some chocolate pieces. And guess what? You are ready to serve it!

  • Rocky Road:

Rocky Road is simple. Just melt your favorite chocolate in a large amount and add the ingredients you like. It could be biscuits, dry fruits, and any other thing you like. Take a pan, place the ingredients you want inside the Rocky Road and pour hot chocolate on it. Settle it in the fridge and see the magic.

  • Pastry Bites:

If you love chocolates and rice krispies then why don’t you mix the two? Make square shaped rice krispies and pour melted chocolate or with some cream place some chocolate balls, pieces, crumbs or anything you like and let it cool.

  • Cake Balls:

Too bored to bake muffins? Replace them with cake balls. This tiny dessert consists of three main and integral ingredients that are, Madeira cake crumbs, and caramelised biscuit with white or dark chocolate. Just roll, dip and you are done!

  • Egg Chain:

Not literally a chain but looks quite like one. The egg wreath requires wheat, chocolates and marshmallow. And of course eggs. This Easter recipe is simple and decorative too. Make the wreath and let your kids paint the mini eggs. It is a fun family activity and a tasty delight too.

  • Nanaimo Bars:

This cult Canadian snack is wonderful. All you have to do is follow some easy steps without baking. The custard base, chocolate filling and icing on the top can be completed in 20 minutes. And did we tell you that there is no need to bake this even for a minute?

  • Tiramisu:

Often we look at this cake and wonder how difficult it is to bake. But tiramisu can be done without baking too. A small tip – do add some coffee flavour in it while making the basics. And use chocolate and cream for the toppings and decoration.

These were just few simple no bake cakes. Since you are at it, post across cakes by post in UK and surprise your friends and family.

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Pomegranate and Pistachio cake

June 18th, 2015

This cake is covered with yogurt icing and has eye studding pomegranates around it. Originated from Turkey, the Pistachio cake is truly yummy and incredible. Why bake the same old kind of cakes, go ahead and experiment.

Things you need for this innovative cake:

For the cake:-

300 grams of yoghurt (homemade)
100grams pistachio
150gramsof sugar
150grams of oil or butter
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla essence
300 grams all-purpose flour
2 tsp of baking powder
A pinch of salt

For the icing: –

Half pomegranate
250grams of icing sugar
and 50grams of natural yoghurt

Method to create the dessert: –

1. Preheat your oven to 160 degrees. Now beat eggs lightly in another container and set it aside. Wash the pistachio.

2. Make the pistachio into a fine powder.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar and oil together. Mix until the sugar has completely dissolved. Start slowly by adding eggs and vanilla essence. Now, add yoghurt, flour, baking powder, salt and the powdered pistachios. Keep stirring them lightly.

4. Put the batter into a baking tin which has been greased a little with butter. Bake for about 45 to 50 minutes. Put a toothpick or skewer and check if it comes out clean. After this is done, let the sponge cake cool.

5. While the cake is medium hot, start putting the pomegranate skin on the sides of the sponge with your hands and spread it out evenly. Some might fall off you’re the gaps of your fingers but that is okay. You can continue putting them.

6. Put the icing sugar in a container and add the yoghurt. Mix these two well until it seems thick and doesn’t fall off the bowl. Pour it out on top of the cooled cake and slowly let it fall on the sides too. Once it has stopping falling, take some pomegranate juice and put small drops on the cake (this is just for the flavour). If the icing goes on the sides, it will hold the pomegranate well.

7. If the pieces of the pomegranate are falling off then let your cake cool in the fridge for 10 minutes, and then retry the method again. Make sure you put a good amount of seeds on the sides. The main taste comes from the fruit and pistachio. So keep in mind to place a handful of seeds and to use enough pistachios in the recipe. The baking might take time but at the end it is totally worth it!

8. Once it is cooled well in the refrigerator for about an hour, the cake is ready to serve.

 We hope this recipe was useful and something you have never tried before. Baking cakes can be a super fun thing. You just have to follow these simple and easy steps to get the perfect one. If you are not really the ones who enjoy cooking, then you can send cake delivery in UK to your loved ones.

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