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Ginger Pear Pan Pudding

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This Ginger Pear Pan Pudding is a delicious, quick and easy to make dessert that my ginger loving family adores. Ginger and pear is a perfect match of sweetness and spice, and I do love a scoop of creaminess on top! This is a perfect winter warmer dessert that looks so pretty too! Health benefits…

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Tahini Baked Fish

| 30 Minute Meals, Fish & Seafood, Members only

This tray bake Tahini Baked Fish is a quick, simple and tasty meal. It’s another recipe that has the thumbs up from my fish fussy child. Before the fish is baked in the oven, veggies are oven roasted – I especially love roasted capsicum and red onion as they become soft and sweet. Sweet potato…

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Lamb Backstrap with Middle Eastern Salad

| Red Meat, Vegetarian, Members only, Salads

This Lamb Backstrap with Middle Eastern Salad is such a sensational combination of flavours, I can’t wait to hear what you think about it. It’s a great meal for those of you with mixed vegetarian / carnivore households (see the vegetarian variation to adapt). You can use any cut of lamb really but I’ve chosen…

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Chocolate Sponge Stack

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This Chocolate Sponge Stack is a quick and easy dessert that can be easily adapted to a variety of dietary requirements. A light, fluffy sponge is layered with cream, topped with fresh berries and a berry coulis. This sweet, healthy cake stack is perfect for special occasions like birthdays and will definitely keep you coming…

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Lamb Shank Quinoa Soup

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This Lamb Shank Quinoa Soup recipe came about out of vivid memories of the Lamb Shank Pearl Barley soup my nan used to make often. It’s got all the flavours of this old time favourite, just with a whole lot more goodness. Loaded with classic soupy vegetables, this is warming, nourishing and super satisfying and…

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Chinese Five Spice Roast Chicken

| Make-ahead Meals, Chicken, Freezable Meals, Members only

This Chinese Five Spice Roast Chicken is super quick and easy to make and produces the tastiest roast chicken. If you’re after up-levelling your roast chicken game – this recipe will do just that! Instead of roasted potatoes, go with rice on the side and lots of greens or a salad. Health benefits Roasting a…

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Plum Pear Raspberry Crumble

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This delicious tray bake Plum Pear Raspberry Crumble is a beautiful combination of fruits topped with a wholesome, crisp crumble. It’s really simple to make and is the perfect fruity treat to serve for dessert. Health benefits This crumble is naturally rich in fibre thanks to the combination of plums, pears and raspberries, which help support…

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Lemon Honey Porridge

| Breakfast, Members only

This Lemon Honey Porridge is such a beautiful combination of flavours. The sour lemon and sweet honey combine beautifully with the creamy porridge. Almond meal is added to introduce some extra nutrition – protein, good fats, vitamins and minerals. The intensity of the lemon and how sweet you make this porridge is easily customised to…

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Lemon Poppyseed Bar

| Healthy Lunchbox, Baked Sweets, Members only

This delicious gluten-free lemon poppyseed bar is super simple to make and is sure to become a family favourite. I love the flavour of lemons and nutrient dense poppy seeds. This bar will satisfy your sweet tooth without the sugar high. Another variation is to use orange juice and zest – orange and poppy seed…

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Almond Berry Slice

| After School Snacks, Baked Sweets, Members only

This Almond Berry Slice is a lovely grain-free, jammy slice that is sure to become a new favourite. Being based on almond meal, this one probably isn’t suitable for Primary School lunchboxes, but would make a great after school snack or weekend treat. The fruity homemade jam layer is actually sugar-free (shhh!) and the flaked…

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Mexican Salad Jar

| Healthy Lunchbox, Members only, Salads

This Mexican Salad Jar is a handy single serve salad that can be assembled the night before and then come lunchtime, simply shake to combine and enjoy. The dressings are arranged in a way that the salad won’t go soggy, so check the order of arranging! This recipe serves two, perfect for either two people…

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Choc Hazelnut Overnight Oats

| Breakfast, After School Snacks, Members only

These Choc Hazelnut Overnight Oats are a quick and easy to make, nutritionally balanced brekkie…who doesn’t love the combination of chocolate and hazelnut? The oats are rich in minerals, high in fibre and in herbal medicine they are restorative to the nervous system. The nuts, seeds and yoghurt contribute protein (and probiotics). This makes for…

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Sourdough Orange Honey Cake

| Baked Sweets, Sourdough Baking, Desserts, Members only

I really love this Sourdough Orange Honey Cake. Naturally leavened cakes made with sourdough are quite different to the sweet style of cakes we’re used to. Sourdough cakes are earthy, less sweet and more satisfying. I love to serve this Sourdough Orange Honey Cake for morning tea with thick, Greek yoghurt and fresh berries. For…

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Easy Nut Brittle Bites

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My kids love store bought nut bars like peanut brittle, and these Easy Nut Brittle Bites are the result of me trying to find a versatile, healthier alternative. They are so quick and simple to make, and the addition of the spices not only adds a beautiful flavour, but a little extra nourishment too. Health…

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Plum Upside Down Syrup Cake (gluten-free)

| After School Snacks, Baked Sweets, Desserts, Members only

This gluten-free Plum Upside Down Syrup Cake is easy to make and one of my favourite ways to enjoy plums as the season comes to an end. With the cinnamon, lemon and almonds it’s a flavour combination made in heaven. Health benefits Made with almond meal instead of flour, this upside down cake is naturally…

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Cajun Spice Rub

| Sauces and Dressings, Members only

This Cajun Spice Rub not only packs a flavour punch and turns a plain piece of meat or vegetables into a really tasty meal, but it adds a whole lot of nourishment too! The Cajun food culture started with French immigrants in Louisiana, United States, influenced by West Africans and the Spanish. It is a…

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi (Gluten-free)

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These Sweet Potato Gnocchi are delicious soft pillows of goodness and bonus they are gluten-free so your whole family can enjoy! It’s super simple to make and can also be frozen for super convenient meals. Health benefits Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, fibre and complex carbohydrates that support steady energy and gut health. The…

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Ricotta Gnocchi

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This Ricotta Gnocchi is so deliciously light and airy. I find using ricotta instead of potatoes a much lighter and easier way of making gnocchi. Served with a light tomato sauce and some fresh basil, ricotta gnocchi is a simple yet delicious family meal. Health benefits Ricotta is rich in protein and calcium, supporting muscle…

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Roasted Indian Spiced Chickpea Nut Mix

| Healthy Lunchbox, After School Snacks, Savoury Snacks, Members only

This is my take on the store bought Roasted Indian Spiced Chickpea Nut Mix – just minus the vegetable oil used in the processed version. If you like a bit of heat, add in cayenne pepper to taste, otherwise this aromatic mix makes for a versatile, delicious savoury snack. Health benefits This mix is high…

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Chocolate Sponge Roulade

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This Chocolate Sponge Roulade is a super special dessert that can be easily adapted to a variety of dietary requirements and tastes delicious. Decorated with Easter eggs, it makes for an impressive Easter themed decadent dessert! This special treat will take a bit of time and care to craft a light chocolate sponge which must…

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Savoury Dutch Baby

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I adore this Savory Dutch Baby pancake – it’s a quick and easy to make, very satisfying meal. It’s also very easily adapted to suit your pantry staples and tastes. Like its sweet cousin, this Dutch Baby pancake gives a perfect nest for all sorts of fillings. Suggested here is delicious oven roasted bacon and…

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Raspberry Pistachio Rocky Road

| No-bake Sweets, Desserts, Members only

This Raspberry Pistachio Rocky Road is made with Well Nourished Raw Chocolate which makes a healthy but decadent base for rocky road. It is loaded with crunch from the pistachios, sweet bursts from the fresh berries and a hint of saltiness from the almond butter that complements the smooth chocolate base. Please note, raw chocolate…

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Tuna Tartare Tostada

| 30 Minute Meals, Fish & Seafood, Members only

This delicious, easy to make Tuna Tartare Tostada is one of my favourite light meals, we often have it for lunch or dinner on weekends. It’s so quick and easy to make and the fresh flavours will keep you coming back to it again and again. It’s on our menu for the upcoming Good Friday lunch!…

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Hot Cross Cookies

| After School Snacks, Baked Sweets

These easy-to-make Hot Cross Cookies are a nice protein rich Easter treat to make with the kids. They have all of the flavours of Easter hot cross buns, but in a grain-free cookie instead. Using almond meal may mean these can’t be taken to school (maybe make the Hot Cross Buffins instead!), but these are perfect any other time! I love the spices any time of yea,r and the crosses can be swapped for drizzles, swirls, or smiley faces!

Health benefits

Rich in healthy fats and plant protein from almond meal, these cookies are also full of fibre and minerals that support satiety and steady energy. The spices including cinnamon and mixed spice, offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, while the dark chocolate and cacao nibs bring mood-boosting flavonoids. A nourishing, balanced treat made from real ingredients.

Ingredients

You’ll need almond meal, coconut oil, your choice of natural sweetener (rice malt syrup, honey or maple syrup), cinnamon, mixed spice, vanilla, dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs, and a little true arrowroot or tapioca flour. The optional dark chocolate drizzle adds a lovely finishing touch.

How to make these Hot Cross Cookies

Preheat the oven to 150°C (fan-forced). In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except the chocolate in a bowl or food processor until just mixed. Roll tablespoons of cookie dough with wet hands and flatten slightly on a lined baking tray. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely before drizzling or piping melted chocolate crosses on top. Let the chocolate set before storing.

Serving suggestions and how to store

Enjoy these cookies with a cup of tea, pack them in lunchboxes, or wrap them up for a thoughtful homemade gift. They’ll keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

Vary these Hot Cross Cookies to suit your dietary needs

For a low-fructose version, use cacao nibs instead of chocolate chips. To make them coconut-free, replace coconut oil with macadamia oil. For a vegan or dairy-free version, use dairy-free or vegan chocolate.

These easy to make Hot Cross Cookies are a super delicious and protein rich Easter treat to make with the kids.
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Hot Cross Cookies

These easy to make Hot Cross Cookies are a nice protein rich Easter treat to make with the kids.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Snack
Servings: 14 cookies
Author: Georgia Harding

Ingredients

  • 55 g coconut oil (¼ cup), melted if solid
  • 85 g rice malt syrup, honey or maple syrup (¼ cup), approx
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp mixed spice
  • 1 tsp vanilla – powder, extract or essence
  • 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips – or cacao nibs
  • 2 tbsp currants
  • 150 g almond meal (1¼ cups, firmly packed)
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot or tapioca starch
  • 50 g dark chocolate
Metric – US Customary

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 150℃/300°F (fan-forced). It’s preferable to use weight measurements, the recipe will need less adjusting if you do so.
  • In a mixing bowl or food processor, combine all of the ingredients except the chocolate until just combined (Thermomix 5 seconds, speed 4). Scrape the sides to incorporate the bits around the edge.
  • The mixture should be thick and sticky, but add more almond meal if you can't handle the dough.
  • Roll tablespoons of the mix in wet hands and place them onto a tray lined with baking paper.
  • Flatten slightly and bake for 15 minutes or until starting to brown on top. The longer they cook, the crisper they become.
  • Allow to cool fully. They will firm up as they cool.
  • Once completely cool, melt the chocolate and pipe to form a cross. Allow the chocolate to set completely (you may need to refrigerate if the weather is warm) before storing.

Store

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

Notes

Low-fructose

Use the cacao nibs.

Coconut-free

Replace the coconut oil with macadamia nut oil.

Vegan and dairy-free

Use vegan chocolate.

Home made piping bag

I use recycled snap lock bags to pipe chocolate. Simply snip the corner of the bag, fill with melted chocolate and pipe the crosses working quickly. 
 
 
 
 

Let me know what you thought of these delicious Hot Cross Cookies in the comments below…