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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2014 12:46:30 GMT -5
It got a little lost in ''that'' thread, but Im after some inspiration for a suitable cake/pudding to make when my dad and step mum drop in for a cuppa on their way back from a pub lunch.
We're all on diets so it needs to be healthy, or small!!
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Post by snkysally on Jan 8, 2014 14:29:24 GMT -5
Angel food and fruit?
Sorbet?
Apple galette?
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Post by whothingie on Jan 8, 2014 14:38:19 GMT -5
Sponge? Light yet decadent.
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Post by whortleberry on Jan 8, 2014 14:49:14 GMT -5
What about some lovely cupcakes and a fruit platter?
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Post by Phar Lap on Jan 8, 2014 19:42:39 GMT -5
Diets and healthy eating are good, but birthdays come once a year. A sponge with jam and cream in the middle, icing sugar sifted on top or passionfruit icing, and candles. Cupcakes don't do it - you gotta have the candles.
Bon appétit!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2014 3:36:12 GMT -5
Wondering if it ought to be something light, considering she'll have just had a pub meal?
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Post by Liiisa on Jan 9, 2014 6:05:39 GMT -5
Agree that it should be light, but gorgeous - if I were doing it I'd assemble pretty little plates with a tiny scoop of a locally made gelato, some cut-up seasonal fruit, and some tiny homemade cookies or shortbread. just tiny things, but beautiful, and have more handy for those who are feeling piggy and want seconds. Stick a candle in the gelato if you must have candles.
But what is it with you people calling dessert "pudding"? To me pudding is a bowl of goopy stuff... I was looking at a menu for a restaurant in Edinburgh and it referred to "pudding wine," which sounded super gross.
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Post by thelittlesthobo on Jan 9, 2014 9:50:03 GMT -5
Cheesecake - simply to make! My favourite is orange with chocolate chips. (Not baked - hate baked cheesecake) The last time I made this is was fairly light. The other flavour I love is raspberry and white chocolate, but it is hard to get good fresh raspberries in the depths of winter! Or a rainbow cake linkLemon curd drizzle cake is fab too. Two layers of lemon drizzle sponge with lemon curd and cream in the mdidle. Mega! |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2014 10:47:16 GMT -5
Hmmmmmmm, definitely some good suggestions here thank you.
I like the cupcake idea, but also the idea of a small decadent looking thing and cheesecake is a winner everytime, but perhaps not the healthiest choice!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2014 10:48:28 GMT -5
Oh and LOL re pudding!
I'm not sure why I say that actually.
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Post by thelittlesthobo on Jan 9, 2014 10:48:39 GMT -5
If you'd like my cheesecake recipe, let me know.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2014 10:51:33 GMT -5
Is it at all healthy? Or am I just kidding myself?  |
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Post by thelittlesthobo on Jan 9, 2014 11:01:13 GMT -5
Ha ha ha ha ha ha  Of course not. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2014 11:42:28 GMT -5
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Post by snkysally on Jan 9, 2014 15:14:21 GMT -5
If that's her fave, I'd worry that she found the version with no butter or cream to be a bit blah.
Sorbet or gelato with fruity be your best bet? You could do ricotta and honey with fruit too?
Or baked apples?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2014 15:47:59 GMT -5
I did wonder that.
My only issue with the gelato thing is that they are coming over for a cup of tea!
Pecan pie? I love it and have always wanted to try making it. A thin slice with a dollop of mascarpone maybe?
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Post by Phar Lap on Jan 9, 2014 18:19:01 GMT -5
Pecan pie? I love it and have always wanted to try making it. A thin slice with a dollop of mascarpone maybe? I would stick with something you've made before, or do a trial run first. |
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Post by crazycat on Jan 9, 2014 19:49:06 GMT -5
I've tried to make some desserts that don't have sugar and are better for you but if you are used to eating sweet things then the taste takes a bit of getting used to. I think if its a birthday cake then forget about trying to make it healthy or have some fruit salad as an option.
My favourite is always a victoria sponge. A lady in work made one for me for my birthday this week with cut up strawberries on the top. It was very nice, light and I assume not too expensive to make.
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Post by snkysally on Jan 9, 2014 20:01:51 GMT -5
Pecan pie is nasty if not made correctly.
Practice first if it's a new recipe to you.
What about just tea and fruit tarts?
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Post by wombatrois on Jan 9, 2014 22:40:55 GMT -5
I'd be inclined to have a choice of things - mini cheesecakes (or tarts or whatever), biscotti, fruit platter and brownies.
These are mostly simple to make and that way people eat what they want (if they really want healthy then they'll go for the fruit). Biscotti is easy to make and a nice light alternative that goes well with tea or coffee. The other two are real desserts :-)
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Post by Deleted on Jan 10, 2014 2:14:41 GMT -5
Is biscotti easy to make? I've never made it. Not a ''sweet'' person myself.
Vicky sponge might be a good idea!
I do have a rather yummy banana bread ready made and in the freezer for emergencies. Would that work? It's not very exciting but both Mr S and I are on quite serious diets atm and I worry that whatever I make will involve left overs!
Maybe I should just go with the fruit and dollop of creme fraiche.
So many decisions!
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Post by crazycat on Jan 10, 2014 5:10:47 GMT -5
Make sure you have take away containers on hand to package up the leftovers to give to them to take home with them.
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Post by Phar Lap on Jan 10, 2014 5:45:05 GMT -5
Is biscotti easy to make? I've never made it. Not a ''sweet'' person myself. Vicky sponge might be a good idea! I do have a rather yummy banana bread ready made and in the freezer for emergencies. Would that work? It's not very exciting but both Mr S and I are on quite serious diets atm and I worry that whatever I make will involve left overs! I haven't made biscotti, but it involves cooking twice. Victoria sponge is good but it has quite a lot of butter - about 200 grams. A sponge cake has no butter, therefore very little fat. This one is called "Foolproof Sponge" 4 large Eggs 2/3 cup Caster Sugar 1 tsp Vanilla Essence 1 cup Self-raising Flour 150 ml Cream, whipped 1/2 cup Strawberry Jam 2-3 tbsp Icing Sugar Mixture 250 g Strawberries, hulled and halved 1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C for fan forced). Lightly grease 2 x 20cm round cake tins and line the base with baking paper. Beat eggs in a large bowl for 5 minutes until thick, pale and increased in volume. Add sugar, 2 tbsp at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. 2. Sift flour over egg mixture. Using a large metal spoon or rubber spatula, fold in until combined. Divide evenly between prepared tins. 3. Bake for 18-20 mins, until the cakes spring back when lightly touched in the centre. Cool in tin for 5 mins, then turn out onto a wire rack and peel away the paper. Leave to cool completely. 4. Place one cake on a serving plate and spread with the whipped cream. Spread the other sponge with jam and invert onto the bottom cake. Sift icing sugar over top of cake. Top with strawberries. |
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Post by wombatrois on Jan 12, 2014 1:47:25 GMT -5
Yes, biscotti is cooked twice, but how easy is it? Mix everything together and form logs, chill in fridge for 20 mins then cook for 15 mins. Cool, then slice, then bake again. So simple: www.sbs.com.au/food/recipes/biscottiYou can tart up the banana bread with a cream cheese, icing sugar and lemon juice topping. Just give all the leftovers to the rellies or get Mr S to take in the work on the Monday. Easy. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2014 3:28:40 GMT -5
Great idea Womba! I'll do that!
I might use a cookie cutter to make fancy shapes of small banana bread with the icing too!
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