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Hey! I’m Elien from Wellington NZ.

I’m doing my best on a teeny section in the suburbs to provide my family with as much homegrown and homemade food as possible.

I’m a self confessed sourdough addict and I love ALL things cooking and baking. I would love to have you join me on my journey in my garden and kitchen.

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Wellington | NZ.

31 today. Another year around the sun and the fir

31 today.
Another year around the sun and the first thing I’m seeing is how tall my 9 year old is! 🤯
This past year for me personally has been one of growth and opportunities. I’ve handed in my first ever book manuscript and I’m so excited to see it be put together. 📚
And my birthday has been been spent surrounded by family which, in light of what’s happening in the world lately, is something I’m treasuring whole heartedly. 💚💚I hope everyone is having a good weekend.
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Have spare apples? Whip up this easy apple loaf ca

Have spare apples? Whip up this easy apple loaf cake. Buttery and tender, topped with a cinnamon glaze. 🍎 recipe is below or on my blog. 👇
INGREDIENTS
2 small apples (or one large) chopped into 1cm cubes
120 grams unsalted butter softened
1/4 cup soft brown sugar (50 grams)
1/2 cup white sugar (100 grams)
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour (225g)
1/2 cup milk, at room temperature (125ml)
Cinnamon Glaze
1/2 cup icing sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tsp milk
Method:
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat your oven to 180°C fan-bake (365 F). Line a 450g loaf tin.
In a bowl sift together the spices, salt, baking soda, baking powder and flour. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla and mix until well combined.
Stir in the chopped apple pieces
Add the flour mixture to the creamed butter mixture, along with the milk. Fold it all together but don't over mix it. It will be a very thick batter.
Spoon into the lined loaf tray and bake for 45-55 minutes until a skewer inserted into the middle of the loaf comes out clean.
Lift the loaf out of the tray and allow to cool for 20 minutes.
Mix together the icing sugar and cinnamon, and just enough milk to create a smooth and pourable paste. Drizzle the glaze over the loaf.
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