If you’re after a twist on classic brownies, you’ll love these macadamia brownies with lemon myrtle. The buttery macadamias mixed with a hint of lemony flavour make them a delicious treat that’s perfect for sharing or enjoying yourself. After a lovely, relaxing time at the beach, we battled through traffic on Sunday - when the […]
2 minute green smoothie
I am one of those people who is always looking for 'life hacks.' If there is a way of doing something that is faster or more efficient then I want to find it. I am constantly trying to make my life easier and my most recent quest was making breakfast. I have a smoothie every […]
Crusty Italian bread
Craving a bakery-style loaf fresh from your oven? This crusty Italian bread is everything you want - golden, crisp on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside. It’s easier to make than you think and perfect for sandwiches, soups, or slathering in butter while it’s still warm. Do you remember last month when I […]
Chocolate salted caramel thumbprints
If you’re after a simple but impressive sweet treat, these chocolate salted caramel thumbprints are just the thing. With a soft chocolate cookie and a hit of gooey caramel in the centre, they’re easy to make and perfect for sharing. Back into the jar of French salted caramel we delve. I was staring at the […]
Chocolate spice swirl cookies
If you love a sweet treat with a twist (get it?), these chocolate spice swirl cookies are a must-try. With rich choc flavour and a hint of warming spice, they’re perfect for festive gatherings, afternoon tea, or an indulgent snack. These cookies look just as good as they taste—like a bakery-style treat made right in […]
Pumpkin and quinoa sourdough
If you're after a healthier twist on homemade bread, this pumpkin and quinoa sourdough is a must-bake. It’s soft, hearty, and packed with nourishing ingredients—perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying warm with butter. The subtle sweetness of pumpkin and the texture of quinoa make it a special change from traditional sourdough. One snack my little […]
Pumpkin and kale quiche
This pumpkin and kale quiche is a delicious way to pack extra veggies into your day—perfect for lunchboxes, easy dinners, or weekend brunch. With a rich, savoury filling and golden pastry, it’s a crowd-pleaser that feels a little fancy but is simple to make. People often make the assumption that because I post so many […]
Strawberry Danish braid
Impress your family or guests with this beautiful strawberry Danish braid—it's surprisingly easy to make and the results are bakery-worthy. With flaky pastry and sweet, juicy strawberries, it's the perfect treat for weekend brunches or special occasions. I'm back! I am inspired, re-adjusted an very excited to get back into blogging because I sure have […]
Savoury muffins with feta pumpkin and spinach
These savoury muffins with feta, pumpkin and spinach are full of flavour and perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, or a quick snack. They’re simple to make, freezer-friendly, and a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. Every day in my house there is laughter. I think I've laughed more in the last few weeks than […]
How to create a viral blog post - the piñata cake
I love Birthdays and every year I have at least two cakes - one to feature on the blog and another to eat on my actual Birthday. I was sitting at breakfast on my 27th Birthday last year and remembered I had something to show my friend. I opened my Facebook app to show her my […]
Baked beignets
Enjoy all the pillowy softness of traditional beignets—without the deep frying. These easy baked beignets are light, fluffy, and dusted with icing sugar, making them a perfect fuss-free treat for any occasion. Last week I got to do something I had wanted to do for a very very long time. Ever since I started Claire […]
Gluten free carrot cake pikelets
These gluten-free carrot cake pikelets bring all the flavour of classic carrot cake into a quick, wholesome snack. Light, fluffy and naturally sweetened, they’re perfect for lunchboxes, breakfast or afternoon tea. I have been meaning to make some more snack-like foods for the little guy for a few weeks now. I'm talking finger foods that […]
Spanish chicken in the slow cooker
Packed with rich, warming flavours, this Spanish chicken in the slow cooker is an easy, one-pot dinner the whole family will love. Just set and forget for a hearty, flavourful meal with minimal prep. It all got a little bit crazy. Our new fridge was arriving on the Thursday. Tuesday I realised we actually had […]
Is it worth buying a Costco membership
The weekend before last was my second trip to Costco. Second trip there but only first time inside. The first time was a lovely 1.5h return trip to see a giant line snaking out the door that we were not going to join. The second time, Will was away for the weekend so we headed […]
Slow cooked beef and apricot tagine with chickpeas
This slow cooked beef and apricot tagine is a rich, flavour-packed dish that combines tender meat with sweet dried fruit and warm spices. It’s the perfect hands-off dinner for busy days that still feels special. My sister and I were lucky enough to travel heaps when we were younger. Mum and dad took us all […]
Pumpkin and quinoa fritters with feta
These pumpkin and quinoa fritters with feta are a wholesome, flavourful way to use up leftover veggies or cooked quinoa. They’re quick to make, kid-friendly, and perfect for lunchboxes, snacks or a light dinner. A few months ago, if you'd asked me how I feel about quinoa I would have said that we're still not […]
Gluten free banana bread
If you’re after a moist and naturally sweet banana bread that just happens to be gluten free—this is the recipe for you. It’s easy to make, freezer-friendly, and the perfect way to use up ripe bananas for a wholesome treat the whole family will love. I know what you're thinking 'oh Claire not another banana bread […]
Shredded beef curry in the slow cooker
If you're after a fuss-free dinner that’s packed with flavour, this shredded beef curry in the slow cooker is a must-try. With tender beef, warming spices and a rich, hearty sauce, it’s the perfect comfort meal to come home to. I know it's Brisbane, in sunny Queensland and all my southern friends just roll their […]
Strawberry and basil muffins
Sweet, juicy strawberries meet fragrant basil in these delightfully unique muffins—perfect for a fresh twist on a classic treat. Strawberry and basil muffins are easy to make and bursting with flavour, they’re a must-try for your next baking day. Please don't worry. I haven't gone totally stark raving mad I promise. It all started when […]
Ham and vegetable mini frittatas
Looking for a quick, kid-friendly recipe that’s perfect for lunchboxes, snacks, or even breakfast on the go? These ham and vegetable mini frittatas are packed with protein, full of flavour and a great way to sneak in extra veggies. Plus, they’re super simple to make and freezer-friendly too! Before Will and I moved into our […]
Slow cooker beef with mushrooms
Need an easy, comforting dinner the whole family will love? This slow cooker beef with mushrooms is rich, hearty, and full of flavour — with minimal prep and maximum reward. Just toss everything in the slow cooker and let it work its magic while you get on with your day! Temperatures have finally started to […]
Slow cooker beef stifatho
If you're after a hearty, flavour-packed dinner that practically cooks itself, this slow cooker beef stifatho is a must-try. Inspired by the rich, comforting flavours of Greek cuisine, it combines tender beef with sweet onions, garlic, and aromatic spices for a fuss-free meal the whole family will love. Let the slow cooker do the work—just […]
Chocolate gingerbread muffins
Rich, spiced, and just the right amount of sweet, these chocolate gingerbread muffins are the perfect treat for cosy mornings or festive gatherings. Combining warm gingerbread spices with indulgent cocoa, they’re easy to make and even easier to devour—whether straight from the oven or packed in lunchboxes. Mother's group has meant so many things to […]
Creamy chicken tarragon recipe (in puff pastry)
Creamy tarragon chicken is the perfect dish for entertaining, midweek dinner or freezer meal (make ahead and stash it in the freezer for a night off cooking). This recipe is simple & delicious. This is one of my absolute favourites that I first had when my Mum made it 25 years ago (for my Grandma's […]
Passionfruit Madeleines
These passionfruit madeleines are a delightful twist on the classic French treat—light, buttery sponge cakes with a burst of tropical flavour in every bite. Perfect with a cup of tea or as an elegant afternoon snack, they're easy to make and even easier to love. Will is not all that happy about my collection of […]
Margie's Date Slice
This old-fashioned date slice is a treasured family recipe passed down from Margie. With sweet dates, a buttery oat base, and a chewy texture, it’s the perfect afternoon tea treat that’s simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Twelve months ago if you'd offered me something with a dried fruit in the name I would […]
Roast chicken with preserved lemon and butter
This roast chicken with preserved lemon and butter is a simple yet flavour-packed dish perfect for family dinners. The lemony butter keeps the meat juicy and adds a delicious tang that elevates every bite. For the last as many years as I can remember, I have spent my Birthday dinner out with family at a […]
Four ingredient banana oat biscuits
These four-ingredient banana oat biscuits are a quick, healthy snack perfect for busy families. Made with just bananas, oats, dried fruit, and cacao nibs, they're naturally sweet, chewy, and ideal for lunchboxes or on-the-go treats. You know those recipes that you see that immediately make you run to the kitchen to try? For me it's […]
Orange passionfruit and blueberry muffins
These orange, passionfruit and blueberry muffins are a fruity, fluffy treat perfect for lunchboxes, morning tea or an easy make-ahead snack. Did you have a hot cross bun for breakfast yesterday? I'm writing this post a couple of days ahead of time but I can probably say with no offence to my wonderful mother, that […]
Dairy free raspberry passionfruit and oat smoothie
This dairy-free raspberry, passionfruit and oat smoothie is a refreshing, naturally sweet way to start your day. Packed with vibrant fruit and wholegrain oats, it’s a quick, filling breakfast or nourishing snack the whole family will love. Miss Sydney sent me a snapchat yesterday morning. 'My boots' first outing for the season.' I replied with […]
Raw coconut macadamia cheesecake
This raw coconut macadamia cheesecake is a creamy, wholesome dessert that’s naturally sweetened and packed with nourishing ingredients. It’s the perfect no-bake treat for warm days or when you want something indulgent without turning on the oven. In the early weeks after Ollie arrived, what I craved most was homemade sweets - cakes, slices, breads, […]
Chocolate zucchini bread
This chocolate zucchini bread is rich, moist, and secretly packed with veggies. It’s a delicious way to use up extra zucchini and a hit with kids and grown-ups alike. Now that we've graduated from Queensland Health-run mothers' group, it's up to us to organise the meetings each week and so far we've been rotating around […]
Hot dog rolls
These hot dog rolls are soft, fluffy and delicious. They're perfect for your next barbeque, snack or lunch.
Healthy choc peppermint brownies
These healthy choc peppermint brownies are rich, fudgy, and full of flavour—with wholesome ingredients that make them a feel-good treat any day of the week. Before you close the page muttering to yourself 'oh dear the sleep deprivation has made her mad' let me ensure you I still have all, ok most, of my marbles […]
Banana muffins
These soft, fluffy banana muffins are a simple and delicious way to use up overripe bananas. Perfect for lunchboxes, snacks, or an easy breakfast on the go. In anticipation of Bubba C's arrival, I opted out of last month's Secret Recipe Club and it's a good thing I did because I think we were in […]
Our growing boy
Last Wednesday our little man turned 4 weeks old and we can hardly believe it. The time has absolutely flown and he has grown so much in just a short time. We love him to pieces and can't really remember not having him here. Although being parents and being a new mum is definitely a […]
Pesto pasta salad
This easy pesto pasta salad is fresh, flavourful, and perfect for quick dinners, lunchboxes, or picnics. It’s simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Please don't think I'm crazy superwoman making and photographing all these recipes with a newborn. Seeing as he made an early appearance, I had a few recipes made up, photographed and […]
One bowl raspberry banana bread
This one bowl raspberry banana bread is a simple, no-fuss recipe that’s perfect for using up ripe bananas. Soft, moist, and bursting with raspberries, it makes a great snack or lunchbox filler. Another raspberry favourite is our White Chocolate and Raspberry Muffins with a Healthy Twist. If you follow me on Instagram you may have […]
Introducing our little man
Will and I are excited to announce the arrival of our beautiful little man. He arrived at 4.53pm on Wednesday the 29th of January (11 days early!) weighing a nice healthy 8lb 12.5oz (3.98kg). He has a name but I've decided to continue to refer to him as Bubba C (might change when he's older) […]
Living within our means
Earlier this week, the lovely Celia from Fig Jam and Lime Cordial wrote a post titled 'living within our means' and it struck a cord with me. No matter if you earn the big bucks or just a modest income, if you spend more than you earn you're in trouble. I've written a few times […]
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