Blancmange is a French dessert, made from milk, sugar and cornstarch. It is very similar to Vanilla Pudding, however blancmange is thicker and will hold it’s shape when tipped out of a mold. It does not contain gelatin, like a Panna Cotta. If you want to learn how to say Blancmange correctly you can hear…
Golden Syrup Dumplings
Golden Syrup Dumplings are uniquely Australian. Dumplings, of course, have been around for a long time, however they are often associated with savory food. These delightful balls are cooked in a sweet, golden syrup, sauce and served for dessert. I first remember eating Golden Syrup Dumplings when my best friend from Australia, and now my…
Quick Apple Crisp
Apple Crisp or Apple Crumble? Most Americans would call this dessert an Apple Crisp but I call it an Apple Crumble. I use many American words these days, however if I don’t have to use them in public I tend to stick with the Australian version. This is a dessert which I serve only to…
Warm Pineapple in Coconut Caramel Syrup
I’ve been eyeing off the pineapples in the shops for the past few weeks. I’ve had a recipe floating around my head, but I kept on putting it off. That’s when I noticed the pre-sliced pineapple at a reasonable price and decided I had no excuse not to make some Warm Pineapple in a Coconut…
