Preheat the oven to 110 ̊C/90 ̊C fan/ gas mark 1⁄4. Line two large baking trays with non-stick parchment paper. In a large clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until they begin to form soft peaks. Whisking constantly, add one tablespoon of sugar at a time, continuing to add until all of the sugar has […]
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Siúcra Christmas pavlova
Preheat the oven to 120°C/100˚C fan/gas mark ½. Line three baking trays with parchment paper. Use an electric mixer to whisk the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl for a few minutes until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition, until the meringue is thick […]
8 low-sugar desserts & sweet treats to be enjoyed by all
As a diabetic you’re often told to stay away from sugary foods, which can make choosing a dessert option pretty tricky. Either you skip the sweet course altogether or go for the bland and boring fruit salad. That’s why we’re here to set you straight, and give you some deceptively delicious diabetic-friendly dessert options! Banana, […]
Here’s all you need to know to make perfect meringue!
Our Test Kitchen dishes on the best meringue recipe, plus easy ways to make it your own! The ultimate meringue mix Use the tips we have here to help make all your meringue treats perfect every time! Test kitchen tips Go slowly and be patient when adding the sugar to the egg whites. Each tablespoon […]
Rhubarb parfait
Place the rhubarb in a saucepan over a medium heat. Stir in the sugar and water, then cover with a lid. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb has completely broken down. Leave to cool. Add half of the compote to the bottom of serving glasses. Add a layer of whipped cream, then […]
Summer berry eton mess tart
Preheat the oven to 120 ̊C/100 ̊C fan/gas mark 1⁄2 and line two baking trays with non- stick parchment paper. For the meringues, whisk the egg whites in a large, clean bowl until they begin to form soft peaks. Whisking constantly, add one tablespoon of caster sugar at a time. Continue adding the sugar until […]
6 diabetic-friendly desserts
As a diabetic you’re often told to stay away from sugary foods, which can make choosing a dessert option pretty tricky. Either you skip the sweet course altogether or go for the bland and boring fruit salad. That’s why we’re here to set you straight, and give you some deceptively delicious diabetic-friendly dessert options! Banana, […]
Biscuit stack cake by Dr. Oetker
First, make the biscuit. In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla. Add the flour and beat together until it forms a dough. Divide the dough into three equally sized pieces. Between two large pieces of parchment, roll out the first piece of dough to […]
Passion fruit and peach pavlova
Preheat the oven to 180 ̊C/160 ̊C fan/ gas mark 4. Beat the egg whites in a clean, dry mixing bowl for a few minutes until foamy. Gradually beat in the caster sugar for a few minutes until stiff peaks form and the mixture is thick and glossy. Gently fold in the cornflour and vinegar. […]
Cooking with blackberries: A how-to guide
Freely available from Irish hedgerows, blackberries are one of the easiest foods to forage and are a taste of childhood for many of us. Not only are they delicious, they are also packed full of antioxidants, and provide many other health benefits. Whether you buy them from the shop or manage to pick them yourself, […]