Mexico - Tres Leches Cake
This was the first time I had tasted Tres Leches Cake and I have to admit, I was quite apprehensive at first. I really though it was going to be way too sweet for me with all the condensed and evaporated milk. But I was so wrong! I absolutely adored this cake, I found it so moreish and couldn’t stop going back for more. My boyfriend loved it so much, he’s requested it for his birthday this year!
Denmark - Brunsviger
Hands down, one of my favourite things I've made in the last few months. A must try! I couldn't get enough. Why have I never made it before?! Who knows. Just know I'd make it again in a heartbeat.
Argentina - Alfajores
You have to make these guys!!! I really wasn't expecting so much from a simple cookie. Soft, buttery vanilla cookies sandwiched with sweet, golden dulce de leche. Perfection
Germany - Maulwurfkuchen
A traditional German cake, often eaten for birthdays. Maulwurfkuchen translates to ‘Mole Hill’ and I’m sure you can see why. It consists of a chocolate sponge which is hollowed out before being filled with sliced banana. It is then topped with the biggest mound of whipped cream you’ve ever seen (speckled with crunchy chocolate flecks) and finished with the chocolate crumbs that were scooped out earlier.
Canada - Nanaimo Bars
A chocolate, coconut and biscuit base, custard buttercream middle layer, all finished with a dark indulgent chocolate topping. I great snack to make at the weekend for an afternoon pick me up during the week.
Poland - Karpatka
A large crisp choux pastry filled with indulgent vanilla pastry cream. I decided to add some compote into the bottom, which isn’t traditional but was very delicious!