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The Spirited Puddle Jumper

Creative, practical and enjoyable everyday living for modern families.

Category: Baking

Baking mary berry apple cake

Mary Berry Apple Cake: The Complete Guide to Every Recipe (Plus Which One Actually Tastes Best)

Posted on February 11, 2026August 29, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Mary Berry has four main apple cake recipes, each completely different in taste and texture The Devonshire Apple Cake is the most foolproof and uses the all-in-one method The Dorset Apple Traybake feeds a crowd and is best for autumn gatherings Bramley apples work brilliantly, but you can…

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Raspberry Frangipane Tart

Posted on February 2, 2026February 2, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Frangipane is just ground almonds, butter, sugar and eggs – it’s far easier than it sounds and much more forgiving than you’d think You can use shop-bought shortcrust pastry without shame (I often do) or make your own if you’re feeling fancy Fresh or frozen raspberries both work…

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Baking bread flour cookies

Bread Flour Cookies: The Ultimate Guide to Chewier Biscuits

Posted on January 15, 2026 By Becky

At a Glance: Bread Flour Cookies Bread flour has 12-14% protein vs all-purpose/plain flour’s 9-11%, creating more gluten and chewier cookies Swap 1:1 for all-purpose/plain flour in any cookie recipe – no complicated conversions needed Best for: chocolate chip cookies, oatmeal cookies, and anything where you want that bakery-style chew…

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Baking Mary Berry Chocolate Brownies

Mary Berry Chocolate Brownies

Posted on January 5, 2026June 21, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Mary Berry’s Ultimate Chocolate Brownies deliver the perfect fudgy centre with a gorgeous crackly top This recipe uses simple ingredients you likely already have (plus quality Bournville chocolate for that rich flavour) The secret to success is proper melting technique and not overbaking (45 minutes is your sweet…

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Easy Crunchy Shortbread Easter Bunny Biscuits

Posted on January 5, 2026January 22, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Just 3 ingredients make these buttery shortbread bunnies – perfect for last-minute Easter baking Dead easy recipe that takes about 45 minutes from start to finish, including chilling time Make brilliant gifts when packaged in Kilner jars with ribbon – much more thoughtful than shop-bought Proper crunchy texture…

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Baking pistachio and raspberry cake

The Ultimate Pistachio and Raspberry Cake

Posted on January 4, 2026January 15, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Elegantly Simple: This pistachio and raspberry cake features three gorgeous green sponge layers with light pistachio cream and fresh raspberries – no heavy buttercream needed Flavour Perfection: The nutty, earthy pistachio pairs brilliantly with sharp, sweet raspberries for a sophisticated flavour combination that lets the ingredients shine Budget-Friendly…

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Baking Mary Berry Drop Scones

Mary Berry Drop Scones: The Foolproof Recipe

Posted on January 2, 2026August 29, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Lightning-fast breakfast: Mary Berry’s drop scones take just 15 minutes from cupboard to table, perfect for chaotic school mornings Foolproof technique: Watch for bubbles on the surface before flipping—it’s your golden ticket to fluffy perfection Make-ahead friendly: Freeze beautifully for up to 3 months, then reheat straight from…

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Baking Mary Berry Chocolate Swiss Roll

Mary Berry Chocolate Swiss Roll

Posted on December 28, 2025August 29, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Mary Berry’s chocolate Swiss roll uses a light, flourless sponge (roulade) OR traditional sponge method for different textures Rolling while warm is THE secret to preventing cracks Whisking eggs and sugar for 5-7 minutes creates the airy texture you need The classic version takes just 30 minutes from…

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Baking Mary Berry Cheese Scones

Mary Berry Cheese Scones

Posted on December 20, 2025June 21, 2026 By Becky

Key Takeaways Perfect texture every time: Light, fluffy scones with a golden, cheesy crust using Mary Berry’s foolproof method Ready in 25 minutes: From mixing bowl to your plate, these are incredibly quick to whip up Versatile crowd-pleaser: Brilliant for lunch boxes, afternoon tea, soup accompaniment, or weekend brunch Kid-friendly…

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Hi, I’m Becky, a South-East London-based blogger, digital marketer, wife and mum of three. Here you’ll find creative, practical and enjoyable everyday living for modern UK families, including easy recipes, children’s crafts and activities, home inspiration, family life and adventures both in the UK and further afield. Come in and have a look around!

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