50+ Recipes to Make in November 2026: Cozy Fall Baking, Comfort Food & Thanksgiving Ideas

Discover 50+ recipes to make in November, from pumpkin bread and apple desserts to cozy fall dinners, Thanksgiving-inspired dishes and holiday baking ideas.

Welcome back to another monthly recipe roundup! If you have been following along with my seasonal recipe lists, you will know that I love putting together collections of recipes that reflect the time of year. From summer desserts and fresh seasonal ingredients to the autumn recipes that make their way into my kitchen every year, these roundups are all about finding inspiration for what to cook and bake next.

November is here, and I think we can officially embrace all things cozy! It is the time of year when I want to bake a little more, cook something comforting for dinner, make an extra cup of coffee and find every possible excuse to use cinnamon, pumpkin, apples and brown butter. There is something about this time of year that makes being in the kitchen feel especially inviting. Also considering we are the month before Christmas – which is my favorite time of year! Autumn flavours are still very much on the menu, Thanksgiving inspires us to prepare comforting meals and generous desserts. It is the perfect time to revisit those pumpkin recipes you have been meaning to make, bake an apple dessert for the weekend, prepare a warming soup for dinner or try a new bread recipe.

Although not everyone experiences a traditional cold autumn (I know we don’t in UAE), I think we can all create a little cozy-season magic in our kitchens. For me, that means homemade cakes, soft cinnamon rolls, rich chocolate desserts, creamy pasta dishes, warming spices and meals that bring everyone to the table. So, if you are looking for recipes to make in November, easy autumn baking ideas, Thanksgiving-inspired recipes, cozy fall dinners or delicious desserts to prepare before the holiday season begins, I have put together a collection of recipes to inspire you throughout the month. Put the kettle on, preheat your oven and let’s get cooking and baking!

What to Cook and Bake in November?

November sits somewhere between the warmth of autumn and the excitement of the festive season. It is a month for comforting food, seasonal ingredients and recipes that feel a little more special without requiring an entire day in the kitchen. Think pumpkin bread for breakfast, apple desserts for the weekend, homemade bread to serve alongside soup, comforting pasta dishes for dinner and chocolate bakes for those evenings when you fancy something sweet. It is also a wonderful time to start planning your holiday menu. Recipes that can be prepared ahead, baked in batches or frozen for later can make December entertaining feel much more manageable. For this month’s roundup, I am focusing on five themes: fall and autumn baking, Thanksgiving-inspired recipes, cozy comfort food, warming drinks and desserts, and recipes to get you ready for the holiday season.

Seasonal Ingredients and Products to Cook and Bake With in November:

One of my favourite things about November is the opportunity to get creative with seasonal ingredients and make the most of the flavours that define autumn. From pumpkin, apples and pears to sweet potatoes, butternut squash, carrots and mushrooms, there are so many ingredients that lend themselves beautifully to cozy fall recipes. These vegetables and fruits work just as well in savoury dishes as they do in sweet bakes, whether you are making a warming pumpkin soup, a creamy risotto, an apple crumble or a spiced loaf cake. I also love reaching for warming spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves and cardamom, which instantly bring a little autumn comfort to cakes, cookies, hot drinks and breakfast recipes. November is also a good time to stock your pantry with a few versatile baking and cooking essentials ahead of the busy holiday season.

Keep ingredients such as all-purpose flour, brown sugar, caster sugar, baking powder, baking soda, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, maple syrup, oats and nuts on hand for spontaneous baking sessions. For savoury cooking, vegetable or chicken stock, good-quality olive oil, butter, pasta, rice, dried herbs and your favourite cheeses are useful staples for creating comforting soups, creamy pasta dishes, risottos and oven-baked meals. If you enjoy experimenting in the kitchen, products such as a sturdy baking tin, a loaf pan, a Dutch oven, a reliable frying pan, a stand mixer and a digital kitchen scale can make seasonal cooking and baking much easier. Having these ingredients and kitchen essentials ready means you can spend less time planning and more time enjoying homemade food, whether you are preparing an everyday November dinner, baking something special for Thanksgiving or getting a head start on your Christmas recipes.

Autumn Fruits –

Apples: Perfect for apple crumble, apple cakes, galettes, French toast and cinnamon-spiced desserts.
Pears: Delicious in upside-down cakes, tarts, poached desserts and salads with cheese and nuts.
Cranberries: Ideal for cranberry sauce, muffins, cookies, festive cakes and Thanksgiving-inspired recipes.
Pomegranates: Add colour and freshness to salads, breakfast bowls, desserts and festive dishes.
Persimmons: A seasonal fruit that works well in cakes, puddings and salads.
Quinces: Wonderful for poaching, making preserves, and adding to autumn desserts.
Grapes: Useful for salads, cheese boards, roasted side dishes and simple desserts.
Oranges and mandarins: Add a bright citrus flavour to cakes, cookies, marmalades and winter desserts.

Autumn Vegetables

Pumpkin: Perfect for pumpkin bread, pumpkin pie, soups, risotto and cheesecakes.
Butternut squash: Delicious roasted, blended into soup or added to pasta, risotto and salads.
Sweet potatoes: Ideal for roasting, mashing, baking and preparing comforting side dishes.
Carrots: Use them in soups, roasted vegetable dishes, carrot cake and savoury bakes.
Parsnips: Particularly good roasted with herbs, honey or maple syrup.
Beetroot: Adds earthy sweetness to salads, roasted vegetable dishes and chocolate cakes.
Brussels sprouts: A classic Thanksgiving and holiday side dish, especially when roasted.
Cabbage: Useful for hearty soups, braised dishes, slaws and comforting vegetable sides.
Cauliflower: Excellent roasted, blended into soup or served with warming spices.
Leeks: Add a delicate savoury flavour to soups, pies, risottos and pasta dishes.
Mushrooms: Perfect for creamy pasta, risotto, soups, savoury tarts and vegetarian mains.
Onions and garlic: Essential foundations for soups, sauces, casseroles and comfort food.
Potatoes: Ideal for mashed potatoes, gratins, shepherd’s pie, soups and roasted side dishes.

Seasonal Herbs and Aromatics

Rosemary: Excellent with roasted potatoes, squash, breads and savoury pastries.
Thyme: A lovely addition to soups, stews, mushrooms and roasted vegetables.
Sage: Pairs beautifully with pumpkin, butternut squash, butter and pasta.
Parsley: Adds freshness to soups, salads, pasta and roasted vegetables.
Ginger: Ideal for gingerbread, cookies, cakes, tea and warming drinks.
Cinnamon: A staple for apple desserts, pumpkin bread, cinnamon rolls and festive baking.
Nutmeg: Adds warmth to custards, creamy sauces, mashed potatoes and cakes.
Cardamom: Wonderful in chai, sweet breads, cookies and spiced cakes.
Cloves: Useful in gingerbread, spiced drinks and festive desserts.

Nuts, Seeds and Autumn Pantry Ingredients

Pecans: Ideal for pecan pie, brownies, cookies and festive desserts.
Walnuts: Delicious in banana bread, apple cakes, brownies and salads.
Hazelnuts: Excellent in chocolate desserts, cakes and praline.
Almonds: Useful for frangipane tarts, cakes, biscuits and pastry.
Pumpkin seeds: Add crunch to pumpkin bread, salads, granola and soups.
Maple syrup: A natural pairing for pumpkin, apples, roasted vegetables and autumn desserts.
Honey: Useful in cakes, breakfast recipes, marinades and roasted vegetables.
Oats: Perfect for crumble toppings, oatmeal cookies, granola and breakfast bowls.
Brown sugar: Adds caramel notes to cookies, cakes, cinnamon rolls and fruit desserts.
Dark chocolate: A versatile pantry staple for brownies, cakes, cookies and warming puddings.

How to Plan Your November Cooking and Baking

With so many recipes to choose from, I find it helpful to think about what I actually want to eat throughout the week rather than trying to make everything at once. Here are a few ways to make this month’s recipe list work for you. Most importantly though, leave yourself room to experiment. Seasonal cooking should be enjoyable, and not every recipe needs to be saved for a special occasion.

Choose one weekend baking project – Make a pumpkin bread, apple cake or batch of cinnamon rolls that you can enjoy over a few days.
Prepare one comforting dinner – A soup, risotto or baked pasta dish is a good place to start when you want something satisfying without overcomplicating dinner.
Keep a quick dessert bookmarked – Recipes such as the pumpkin mug cake and brownie mug cake are useful when a craving strikes.
Try one new seasonal ingredient combination – Pumpkin and brown butter, apple and cinnamon, or coffee and chocolate are all wonderful flavour pairings to explore.
Make a holiday preparation list – Choose a few recipes that you can practise, prepare ahead or adapt for guests before December arrives.

Frequently Asked Questions About November Recipes

What are the best recipes to make in November?

November is a wonderful time to make pumpkin bread, apple crumble, cinnamon rolls, warming soups, creamy pasta dishes, pumpkin risotto and chocolate desserts. Recipes featuring pumpkin, apples, cinnamon, maple syrup and brown butter are especially suited to autumn.

What are easy fall baking recipes for beginners?

One-bowl pumpkin bread, pumpkin banana bread, apple crumble bars, mug cakes and simple tea cakes are good places to start. These recipes are approachable and allow you to enjoy seasonal flavours without taking on a complicated baking project.

What should I bake for Thanksgiving?

Pumpkin Basque cheesecake, pumpkin brioche bread, apple galette, pumpkin bars and apple crumble cake are all lovely options for a Thanksgiving-inspired menu. Choose a dessert that suits the number of people you are serving and prepare what you can ahead of time.

What are good cozy dinner ideas for November?

Try roasted butternut squash tomato soup, pumpkin risotto, pumpkin gnocchi, French onion mac and cheese or shepherd’s pie. These are comforting meals that work well for relaxed family dinners and autumn evenings.

What ingredients are best for autumn baking?

Pumpkin, apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, maple syrup, brown sugar, pecans, walnuts and brown butter are excellent ingredients for autumn baking. They work beautifully in cakes, breads, cookies, bars and warm desserts.

What recipes can I prepare ahead for the holidays?

Brownies, apple crumble bars, loaf cakes and certain bread recipes are useful options for planning ahead. Always follow the storage instructions for each recipe, and check whether it is suitable for refrigeration or freezing before preparing it in advance.

What should I cook and bake before December?

November is a good time to practise festive breakfast recipes, make a few desserts for sharing, explore homemade bread and prepare a list of dishes you want to serve during the holidays. Start with recipes you enjoy making, then add new ones as you go.

So let us get to it but you can have a look at the recipe videos on my socials. Don’t forget to follow along for more fun recipe inspiration. If you try these recipes out, don’t forget to share it with me on pinterest & instagram so I can see how it turned out. I’d love nothing more than to chat with you on your cooking/baking.

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Cozy Fall Baking Recipes for November

If there is one thing I associate with autumn, it is baking. Cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin, apples, maple syrup and brown butter are some of my favourite flavours to work with, and they make even a simple loaf cake feel like something worth looking forward to. These are the recipes I would start with if you want to fill your kitchen with the smell of freshly baked treats this November.

Banana Bread with Streusel By Domnique Ansel | Cookbook Recipe Series

October 11, 2026 No Comments

This banana bread recipe is soft with a moist crumb and buttery crunchy streusel topping. An easy homemade banana bread inspired by my Cookbook Recipe Series . It is literally a banana bread coffee crumble cake in every bite.

Easy Pumpkin Bread – Upgraded Recipe (Moist, Fluffy & One Bowl)

October 8, 2026 No Comments

Make the best homemade pumpkin bread with this easy one-bowl recipe! Soft, fluffy and moist, with warm pumpkin spice, a crunchy sugar topping and pumpkin seeds.

Coffee Vanilla Marble Tea Cake with Coffee Glaze

September 16, 2026 2 Comments

A soft and buttery Coffee Vanilla Marble Tea Cake with beautiful swirls of vanilla and coffee, finished with a glossy coffee glaze. Made using the reverse creaming method, this easy marble cake has a delicate crumb, rich coffee flavour and the perfect sweet finish.

Soft Tiramisu Cinnamon Rolls with No-Knead Dough

Tiramisu Cinnamon Rolls (Soft No-Knead Recipe)

August 4, 2026 No Comments

These soft and fluffy Tiramisu Cinnamon Rolls are made with my easy no-knead cinnamon roll dough, layered with coffee, cocoa and cinnamon, then finished with a luscious mascarpone frosting. A bakery-style recipe anyone can make at home.

Blueberry Crumble Cinnamon Rolls (Bakery Style No Knead Recipe)

June 11, 2026 No Comments

These soft blueberry crumble cinnamon rolls are filled with juicy blueberries, blueberry jam, warm and gooey cinnamon brown sugar butter, topped with a buttery streusel crumble. Finished with a blueberry milkshake glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Easy Homemade Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

June 5, 2026 No Comments

This my go-to brown butter chocolate chip cookie recipe, it gives you soft, chewy, bakery-style cookies packed with chocolate, irresistible rich nutty flavor and crisp edges with pantry friendly ingredients and fancy equipment.

Cinnamon ROll Cake

April 22, 2026 No Comments

Fluffy and tender vanilla cake batter, swirled with cinnamon butter which is gooey and rich. Toped with a cream cheese glaze that makes for the perfect cinnamon roll but in cake form.

Vanilla Fudge Brownies

April 17, 2026 No Comments

Gooey fudge vanilla brownies that have a shiny crackle top. Packed with white chocolate and toasted cashews, this recipe is rich, decadent and indulgent. The perfect dessert bar to bake and have in your kitchen for the week.

Tiramisu Basque Cheesecake

June 26, 2025 No Comments

Rich and delicious Basque cheesecake topped with espresso soaked lady finger sponge biscuits and a mascarpone cream on top. Dusted with cocoa powder for the perfect tiramisu finish, this dessert is such an indulgent treat.

Banana Bread Batter Cinnamon Buns (no knead recipe)

May 28, 2025 31 Comments

Fluffy and soft, these cinnamon buns are so rich and delicious. Stuffed with a banana bread batter and cinnamon butter, topped with more sliced bananas and brown butter cream cheese glaze they are indulgent but so worth it!

Brown Butter Blondies

May 8, 2025 No Comments

These blondies are chewy, soft, fudgy and so delicious. The brown sugar gives it a caramel like flavor but the star of this recipe is the brown butter. It makes it even tastier. With a few pantry ingredients you can make these blondies in under 40 mins.

Sticky Toffee Pudding (Single Serve Recipe For ONE)

January 14, 2025 No Comments

Easy, simple and saucy this sticky toffee pudding recipe is going to be the only single serve dessert you need. It is so rich and comforting and happens to be eggless as well.

Easy Pancake Batter Bundt Cake

July 2, 2024 5 Comments

Fluffy and soft pancake batter baked into a bundt tin, with butter and maple syrup to make the easiest sweet breakfast recipe that feeds a crowd. Make it a dessert by serving it as a cake with the addition of fresh berries, whipped cream and nuts.

Sour Cream Coffee Cake

February 15, 2022 1 Comment

A coffee cake that is fit for a tea party, with yogurt in place of sour cream this recipe delivers a fluffy cake with a crunchy cinnamon walnut streusel. Learn how to make this cake with a tangy lemon icing on top.

Carrot Cake & Cream Cheese Frosting

December 7, 2021 4 Comments

A crumbly layered carrot cake sandwiched between a velvet like smooth cream cheese frosting makes for a show stopping dessert and table center piece for the festive season.

Pistachio Marble Cake

May 10, 2021 1 Comment

An Eid Special fit for any household. 1 Batter and 2 Flavors. This cake is fragrant and tender to the crumb. Gleaming with the green pistachio swirls. The cardamom powder adds a mild hint of familiarity but the rose water icing brings the cake together with a floral note.

Apple Desserts and Autumn Recipes

Apples are one of my favourite ingredients for autumn cooking and baking because they are so versatile. They can be caramelised in a pan, baked into a cake, tucked into pastry or transformed into a warm dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. If pumpkin is not your favourite seasonal ingredient, apple desserts are a wonderful way to embrace fall baking.

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Apple Cinnamon Stuffed French Toast with Cinnamon Butter

October 4, 2026 No Comments

This easy apple cinnamon French toast is the ultimate cozy breakfast, made with creamy vanilla custard, caramelized apples, cinnamon butter, flaked almonds and maple syrup.

10 minute Sautéed Apples: The Coziest Way to Welcome Apple Season

September 3, 2026 No Comments

Buttery, cinnamon-spiced sautéed apples made with fresh apples, maple syrup and vanilla. Soft, caramelized and wonderfully cozy, they’re the easiest fall topping for pancakes, oatmeal, French toast, ice cream and more.

Single Serve Apple Crumble

July 23, 2025 2 Comments

This dessert recipe is so simple and is perfect for a single portion. It is packed with tart apples that are juicy and filled with cinnamon, topped with a crispy and crunchy crumble that is buttery golden and delicious with a little vanilla ice cream.

Apple Cinnamon Bread & Butter Pudding

November 21, 2024 No Comments

Bread and butter pudding but make it apple pie filling. This dessert is warm, cozy, comforting and the perfect dessert recipe to serve up through the festive holiday season. It is very simple to make and easily feeds a crowd.

Moist Apple Fritter Cake Recipe

October 12, 2024 1 Comment

Fluffy buttery pound cake batter layered with apples, cinnamon and sugar – baked until golden and drizzled with a simple glaze that makes it look so pretty but also it is very delicious. A yummy fall dessert for the season.

Apple Cinnamon Scones Recipe

October 7, 2024 1 Comment

Flaky and soft scones layered with apple slices and spiced with cinnamon, drizzled with a maple glaze for the perfect fall tea time sweet treat recipe. It is a simple eggless dessert that is delicious warm out of the oven.

Apple Crumble Galette (with almond cream)

October 3, 2024 1 Comment

Crunchy and flakey short crust pastry, layered with almond cream, apple slices, cinnamon and topped with a buttery crumble. Slice and serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Healthy Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

September 14, 2024 1 Comment

Fluffy and soft apple cinnamon pancakes that are healthy, packed with oats and mixed in a blender. Serve it with maple syrup and butter. The easiest and healthiest fall breakfast recipe.

Apple Pie Blondies

October 4, 2023 No Comments

Fudge blondies with an apple pie filling that is flavored with vanilla and cinnamon. This is an easy dessert recipe to bake up this fall. They are simple, chewy and delicious.

Apple Galette

September 29, 2023 No Comments

Flakey and buttery short crust pastry filled with almond cream and fresh apple slices, baked until golden and and crunchy. Dusted with cinnamon powder and served warm with vanilla ice cream.

Apple Cinnamon Buns

December 14, 2022 2 Comments

Fluffy cinnamon buns rolled with a caramel apple filling that is buttery, sweet and delicious. A yeasted bread dough recipe that is simple and comforting.

Caramel Apple Crumble Cake

December 13, 2021 4 Comments

This one bowl wonder needs a few pantry ingredients and makes for a warming tea cake that is tender, crumbly and comforting all in one slice.

Pumpkin Recipes for the Ultimate Cozy Season

Pumpkin is not just for Halloween. Its natural sweetness and creamy texture make it useful in everything from breakfast recipes and breads to savoury dinners and festive desserts. November is the perfect time to make the most of pumpkin puree and experiment with recipes that work for both everyday cooking and special occasions.

Pumpkin Banana Bread Recipe (Moist & Easy)

September 15, 2026 No Comments

This moist pumpkin banana bread combines two fall favorites into one easy, spiced quick bread recipe. No mixer needed — ready in one bowl!

No-Knead Pumpkin Doughnuts: The Easiest Fall Baking Recipe You’ll Ever Make

September 2, 2026 No Comments

Learn how to make soft, fluffy no-knead pumpkin doughnuts at home! Easy step-by-step recipe with pro tips, storage advice, and the best fall flavors.

Pumpkin Risotto With Bacon and Parmesan Cheese

November 11, 2024 1 Comment

The perfect fall dinner to make over the weekend. It is creamy, rich and so delicious. A few simple ingredients make this dish a show stopper. With a little effort to mix needed to stir it together this recipe is the absolutely delicious.

Easy Pumpkin Gnocchi (weeknight fall cooking recipe)

November 6, 2024 No Comments

These soft and pillow-like pumpkin gnocchi are so simple to make and very delicious. Sautéed in a brown butter garlic sauce it is the perfect fall recipe to cook up on any day with minimal ingredients.

Easy pumpkin mug cake made for a quick fall dessert

Pumpkin Mug Cake (eggless microwave recipe in under 5 mins!)

September 26, 2024 3 Comments

This fluffy pumpkin spice mug cake is baked in the microwave and is the perfect fall dessert to make in under 5 minutes! It is easy and simple to mix directly in the mug.

Pumpkin Crumble Cream Cheese Filling Muffins (small batch recipe)

September 22, 2024 1 Comment

Fluffy and soft pumpkin muffins filled with a cream cheese custard and topped with a crunchy crumble. This small batch muffin recipe is so simple to bake and very delicious for a fall inspired dessert recipe on the go.

Fluffy Pumpkin Cornbread Recipe

September 19, 2024 2 Comments

The easiest and perfect fall cornbread recipe! It is packed with pumpkin puree, corn and cream corn but also has brown butter to make it extra nutty and delicious. Serve it warm with honey and butter all through your fall dinners.

Pumpkin cinnamon rolls (No knead recipe)

September 10, 2024 No Comments

Pumpkin cinnamon rolls (No knead recipe)

Fluffy and soft yeasted pumpkin cinnamon rolls that is packed with pumpkin puree, brown butter, and cinnamon powder. This easy no knead recipe is warm and comforting for the cold fall mornings.

Easy Pumpkin Blondies Recipe

September 5, 2024 1 Comment

The easiest but tastiest fall dessert recipe with brown butter, pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin puree. It is a one bowl recipe that is chewy, fudgy and travel friendly too.

Pumpkin Brioche Bread

November 21, 2023 No Comments

Fluffy, yeasted brioche dough, flavored with pumpkin puree and shaped like a pumpkin. This is the ultimate Thanksgiving table center piece that doubles up as a side dish recipe too.

Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake

October 16, 2023 1 Comment

Burnt Basque cheesecake but make it fall. This pumpkin basques cheesecake is simple to make and so delicious! Packed with pumpkin purée and pumpkin spice is the perfect no fuss dessert to make this Thanksgiving.

How To Make Pumpkin purée

September 26, 2022 4 Comments

Silky smooth homemade pumpkin purée is the best you will have. You can use this basic recipe in your sauces, drinks, baked goods and it will be perfect. A very simple recipe but saves on a lot of money for buying canned pumpkin purée.

Thanksgiving-Inspired Recipes to Cook and Bake

Thanksgiving is all about gathering around a table, sharing generous portions and enjoying food that feels comforting and familiar. Even if you are not celebrating Thanksgiving traditionally, the occasion is a lovely source of inspiration for autumn menus and festive entertaining. These recipes are worth considering when planning a Thanksgiving-inspired meal.

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Roasted Tomato & Red Pepper Soup with Cheese Crispettes | Cook Book Recipe Series

October 22, 2026 No Comments

Make this roasted tomato and red pepper soup with homemade cheese crispettes for a comforting, flavour-packed meal. An easy homemade tomato soup recipe inspired by my CookBook Recipe Series.

French Onion Mac and Cheese | Easy Baked Mac and Cheese

October 13, 2026 No Comments

This French onion mac and cheese features caramelised onions cooked in beef stock, a creamy three-cheese sauce and a golden panko topping. The ultimate cheesy comfort food pasta recipe!

Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Tart By Eric Lanlard Recipe | Cookbook Recipe Series

August 12, 2026 No Comments

This roasted red pepper and goat cheese tart by Eric Lanlard combines sweet roasted peppers, caramelized onions, creamy goat cheese, salty feta, a savory herb yogurt custard in a crisp pastry shell. Perfect for lunch, brunch or a light dinner.

Tear and Share Garlic Bread Inspired by Jamie Oliver’s Recipe

July 12, 2026 No Comments

Soft, buttery, and packed with garlic, this tear and share garlic bread inspired by Jamie Oliver is an easy pull-apart party bread recipe everyone will fight over.

Calabrian Chili Cheese Galette

July 7, 2025 No Comments

Flakey and crusty short crust pastry, filled with cream cheese, Calabrian chilis, parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese. Cut into pieces it is the simplest vegetarian brunch or lunch to serve up.

Italian Sausage Pasta Recipe (in under 30 mins)

June 12, 2025 No Comments

The easiest dinner you will cook in under 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal and so delicious! Just a handful of ingredients and this pasta recipe will be ready with little to no effort.

Chutney Cheese Twists

October 29, 2024 No Comments

This vegetarian appetizer is the perfect recipe to feed a crowd for any occasion or gathering. It is a buttery dough that is soft and fluffy, layered with green chutney and shredded cheese, baked until golden and serve it with more chutney.

Pasta Alla Vodka – Easy Weeknight Cooking

September 8, 2024 2 Comments

The easiest tomato based pasta dish to make during the week that is made with a few pantry ingredients and vodka of course. Pasta alla vodka is the perfect one pot dinner recipe to whip up in little time.

Pumpkin Quinoa Goats Cheese Salad

November 21, 2022 No Comments

This vegetarian salad is simple but delicious, filled with fresh herbs, quinoa, pumpkin, goats cheese, charred onions, pumpkin seeds and a balsamic vinegar dressing. Perfect for fall.

Spruced Up Dinner Rolls

November 18, 2022 No Comments

These are the best dinner rolls you will make, buttery, soft, fluffy and simple. The buns are topped with a brown butter, pickle, onion seed crumble and mozzarella cheese.

Pumpkin Harvest Salad

November 7, 2022 No Comments

This salad is filled with kale, halloumi, roasted pumpkin, grilled corn, green apple and cucumbers. Topped with a hot honey and red chili dressing that is so yummy, healthy and easy to make.

Creamy Mushroom Pasta

February 11, 2022 1 Comment

This mushroom pasta is quick to make and very delicious. With easy pantry ingredients you can make this creamy sauce recipe in less than half an hour making for a perfect vegetarian Valentines meal

Cozy Comfort Food for Chilly November Evenings

Some evenings call for something simple, warming and satisfying. This is where comfort food comes in: a bowl of soup, a creamy pasta dish, homemade bread or a meal that makes you want to settle in for the rest of the evening.

Creamy Tomato Sauce Pasta (high protein recipe)

April 14, 2026 No Comments

Creamy and silky smooth, this high protein vegetarian pasta recipe comes together in 20 minutes and doesn’t demand much from you. It is the perfect mid week meal to whip up when you are not in the mood to cook.

Honeycomb bread stuffed with cheese (Khaliat Nahl)

March 10, 2026 No Comments

This traditional bread is so soft, fluffy and tender. Each bun is filled with a soft cheese, sprinkled with sesame seeds and baked until golden. Drenched in a warm saffron and honey syrup it is the perfect recipe for Eid or any occasion

Rye Irish Soda Bread (with Guinness beer)

March 9, 2025 No Comments

Crusty and soft this Irish soda bread is such a perfect side dish to your soups, stews and delicious on its own slathered in butter as well. It is a one bowl recipe that is very simple to make and uses Guinness beer in the dough which gives the bread a delicious malt like flavor.

Mumbai Pav Bhaji Recipe (street style)

July 10, 2024 No Comments

This is a popular and delicious street food from Bombay. It is vegetarians and packed with a variety of vegetables, served buttered pav (buns), raw onions, coriander leaves and more butter.

No Knead Bread (Quick & Easy Recipe)

June 8, 2024 1 Comment

This no knead bread recipe is SO GOOD and very easy to make. Fluffy and soft on the inside with a golden brown crust on the outside. All you need is flour, instant dry yeast, salt and water.

Garlic Bread Butter Spread Recipe

May 15, 2024 No Comments

The best and easiest garlic bread butter spread recipe that is perfect on any bread, use it as a marination and it makes for a simple crowd pleasing vegetarian appetizer.

Instant Pot French Onion Soup

December 28, 2022 No Comments

A rich French onion soup filled with sliced onions, garlic, butter, thyme and stock. Simple and warming classic recipe for the cold winter days ahead.

Shepherd’s Pie

April 12, 2022 2 Comments

This is a classic recipe but my grandfathers version. A lamb mince filling topped with mashed potatoes, a thick white sauce and savory crumble for texture, perfect Shepherd’s Pie meal for easter.

Steak & Cheddar Pies

February 17, 2022 No Comments

A New Zealand staple, these met pies have a rich beef steak gravy with cheddar cheese, herbs and pepper that is encased in a crispy flaky pie crust. These mini pies are perfect with a side salad and some veggies.

Chocolate Desserts for Cozy Evenings

Pumpkin and apple might have their seasonal moment, but there is always room for chocolate. Whether you are baking for friends or making a small dessert after dinner, chocolate recipes are an essential part of a November baking list.

The Viral Warm Cookie & Ice Cream Trend – Two Single-Serve Eggless Cookie Recipes

September 23, 2026 No Comments

The viral warm cookie and ice cream trend may have made its way all over social media, but this is one trend I genuinely understand. It’s quick, comforting, ridiculously easy and, most importantly, delicious. Whether you’re craving a classic gooey chocolate chip cookie or a rich brownie batter cookie, this recipe has you covered.

Slutty Brownies Recipe – The Ultimate Cookie, Oreo & Fudgy Brownie Layer Cake

July 15, 2026 1 Comment

These slutty brownies are everything you want in one pan: a chewy chocolate chip cookie base, a crunchy layer of Oreos, and a rich, fudgy crackle brownie top. Two desserts, bound by Oreos, zero regrets, one very messy knife by the end of it, the perfection indulgent dessert recipe.

The Best Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe (Soft, Fudgy & Easy!)

July 8, 2026 No Comments

The best chocolate crinkle cookies that are soft, fudgy, crisp edges and perfectly crackled tops using simple pantry ingredients all in under 30 minutes.

Nigella Lawson’s Dense Chocolate Loaf Cake (The Ultimate Rich & Moist Chocolate Loaf)

July 1, 2026 No Comments

Rich, moist, and deeply chocolaty, this Nigella Lawson-inspired dense chocolate loaf cake is an easy recipe you’ll bake for every chocolate craving.

Mini Vanilla Matilda Cake

June 2, 2026 4 Comments

The very popular Matilda chocolate cake but make it vanilla instead. This homemade cake batter and frosting is packed with vanilla paste making it floral and very delicious. The cake is soft, fluffy and moist which comes together easily in a bowl using pantry ingredients.

Eggless Mini Chocolate Matilda Cake Recipe

May 11, 2026 No Comments

This Eggless Matilda Chocolate Cake is ultra moist, decadent, and packed with chocolate flavor — just like the viral cake everyone loves but a mini version that feeds 2 people easily.

Marble Banana Bread With Chocolate

April 15, 2026 No Comments

One batter two flavors is what makes this loaf cake such a winner. The banana bread batter is tender, soft and delicious which is divided and flavors with cocoa powder to create a marble swirl in every slice. A simple and elegant tea cake recipe.

Self Saucing Guinness Chocolate Pudding

March 14, 2026 4 Comments

This dessert is a chocolate lovers dream, the pudding is moist, gooey, saucy and packed with flavor. Serve it warm with cream cheese whipped cream and sea salt flakes for the perfect St Patricks Day celebration recipe. Very simple to make and perfect for a crowd.

Brownie Batter CInnamon Rolls

June 16, 2025 No Comments

Fluffy, buttery and soft cinnamon rolls layered with a fudge chocolate brownie batter, rolled and bake until ooey and gooey. Topped with a cocoa icing for the most indulgent and delicious sweet bread recipe.

Chocolate Mochi Bars aka Mochi Brownies

January 25, 2025 1 Comment

These indulgent, rich and chewy mochi bars are so simple to make with butter, sugar, milk, cocoa powder, rice flour and salt, they come together easily. The perfect gluten free dessert bars for all chocolate lovers.

Skillet Fudge Brownie For Two (Eggless Recipe)

May 7, 2024 No Comments

The easiest skillet fudge brownie recipe that his eggless. It has a crinkle shiny crust on the top and a rich brownie pudding like texture on the inside. This recipe is delicious for one but comfortably feeds two.

Magic Espresso Brownies – Food52 Recipe

April 18, 2024 1 Comment

These brownies are soft and chewy with the perfect amount of coffee and chocolate in them. They are easy to make and bake, with a few pantry ingredients they are an absolutely delicious dessert.

Brownie Mug Cake In 5 Min (Eggless Recipe)

January 31, 2024 10 Comments

Rich and indulgent chocolate fudge brownie mixed and baked in a mug in the microwave. This is a simple and effortless dessert to make when you are craving something sweet and delicious.

Chocolate Tahini Halva Brownies

April 19, 2023 1 Comment

These brownies are sweet, salty, fudgy, crunchy and all delicious. The perfect baking recipe for Eid, with chunks of halva, almonds and tahini swirled through, they make for a chocolate lovers dream this season.

Warming Drinks and Sweet Treats for November

A seasonal recipe roundup would not be complete without a few drinks and smaller treats to enjoy alongside your bakes.

Iced Masala Chai With Cardamom Cold Foam

June 21, 2025 No Comments

Masala chai packed with all the spices and a little sugar to make the perfect chai/tea recipe for your evening. Paired with ice and a cardamom cold foam to create the best cold version of chai for a hot summers day.

Train Ride Hot Chocolate – Polar Express🎄

December 2, 2023 No Comments

Christmas movie recipe inspiration #2 with my velvet smooth hot chocolate. This is a simple recipe that is made over the stove in under 10 mins! Say goodbye to packet/store bought hot chocolate once you try this festive drink.

Easy Gingerbread Latte

December 21, 2022 1 Comment

Simple latte with all the gingerbread flavors of molasses, ginger powder, cinnamon powder and clove powder. Topped with whipped cream and gingerbread cookie men.

French Toast Latte

November 13, 2022 1 Comment

All the classic flavors of French toast but in a warm latte. This recipe is so simple but an easy way to make your everyday coffee taste like a dessert with little effort.

Caramel Apple Pie Latte

October 9, 2022 5 Comments

Autumn as a drink. Filled with caramel sauce, apple pie syrup, coffee and cold foam, this is literally Apple pie in the form of a latte.

Pumpkin Spice Latte

September 19, 2021 3 Comments

The best fall drink-recipe you will ever need. Filled with pumpkin puree and spice, salted caramel, maple syrup and whipped cream. This cafe style coffee drink will kickstart all the seasonal feelings with just one warm sip.

Masala Chai

August 11, 2021 8 Comments

Fragrant and flavorful masala chai (tea) at home brings comfort to the soul. In this recipe you will learn how to make my go to masala chai powder and turn that into the best masala chai. With 1 pot, a few ingredients and spice you are half way done.

Start Preparing for Christmas and the Holiday Season

November is also the perfect time to get ahead with holiday baking. You do not need to start making everything at once, but choosing a few recipes now can make December feel much less rushed.Begin with recipes that are easy to portion, transport or prepare ahead. Brownies, apple crumble bars, loaf cakes and cinnamon rolls are useful options when you want homemade treats ready for guests or edible gifts.

Light Fruit Cake (Easy Holiday Baking)

November 29, 2024 1 Comment

Fluffy and tender cake studded with soaked fruit and citrus. Topped with marzipan and fondant to make the perfect Christmas cake for the festive season. It is simple to make and the most delicious tea cake for the holidays.

Mince Pies (the BEST homemade recipe)

November 23, 2024 No Comments

This traditional christmas sweet treat is a must, they are so delicious when made at home. Bake them up as an edible gift to share all through the holiday season. The mine pies are made with a buttery shortcrust pastry, perfectly spiced fruit filling that is saucy and topped with a star.