Embrace winter with these healthier desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth. They are easy to make and perfect to share. Enjoy them as a snack with a cup of your favourite tea.
Words: Weronika Elantkowska
Cointreau Beetroot Truffles
If you’re craving something sweet, these no-bake beetroot boozy truffles are quick and easy to make. Don’t worry if you don’t have Cointreau — you can replace it with any other orange-flavoured liqueur. Get the recipe
Craft, recipe and styling Sarah Heeringa. Photography Amanda Reelick
Baked Banoffee Slice
This banoffee slice is delightful, gooey, sweet and decadent. The base is made from nuts, seeds and dates and the coconut caramel tastes heavenly. Leave the cake to cool on the benchtop, and then place in the fridge to cool down completely before slicing. It’s a perfect sweet treat for your lunch box. Get the recipe
Recipe courtesy of Chloe Moir
Salted Caramel Walnut Balls
How could you say no to these salted nutty delights? Double the pleasure by covering the balls with a chocolate mix. Get the recipe
Craft, recipe and styling Sarah Heeringa. Photography Amanda Reelick
Beet and Ginger Loaf
Combine beetroot with ginger and you’ve got a super tasty loaf on your hands. Ideal with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Get the recipe
Kawakawa Tea Cakes
These lemon-infused sponge cakes are soft, moist and delicious. Kawakawa tea is known for supporting and improving circulatory, digestive and rheumatic complaints. Delight your guests with these beauties and if you don’t announce it, nobody will notice they’re vegan. Get the recipe
Recipe and photography Miggs McTaylor
Mid-Winter Christmas Panforte
Dense, rich and dangerously delicious. You can slice it in small pieces, as even just a small morsel will satisfy your sweet cravings. Get the recipe
Photography Miggs McTaylor
Salted Caramel Pecan Pies
Nutritious and delectable, these pecan pies are the ultimate guilt-free treat. They are gluten-free and diary-free, and can be prepared in advance. Perfect to share … or maybe not? Get the recipe
Recipe and styling Caralee Caldwell. Photography Jo Anderson
