Christmas delights from Grandma’s recipes
Christmas baking is underway with the Plum Pudding steamed and the Christmas
Cake baked to perfection. Grandma's the recipe has been featured on
Deliciously Yorkshire and in MODE magazine. Everyone says Grandmas always
knew best!
Homemade Mincemeat and Shortbread Biscuits make delightful
gifts. You’ll find more of Grandma's Christmas baking ideas on the Recipes page.
Dan’s Orange & Pistachio Stollen Bars
I’m always on the lookout for something new to try, just like
Grandma did over her long life of baking. We fell under the spell of Dan
Lepard’s divine Orange
and Pistachio Stollen Bars some Christmases ago. Thanks to Dan for your messages on social media; it’s fantastic to be able to
pick up more tips to make home baking come alive.
Ingredients
for Almond Paste
Amongst the
ingredients, Dan lists Marzipan. I use Grandma’s Almond Paste, left
over after decorating our Christmas Cake.
Marzipan & Almond Paste - what's the difference ?
Marzipan and Almond paste are very similar as they both have the
same ingredients but in different proportions. There’s much debate but Marzipan
has more sugar which makes it easier to use for modelling and decoration
whereas Almond Paste has a higher amount of ground almonds which gives it a
stronger almond taste. It’s your choice! I use lemon juice instead of egg
white and maybe a dash of sherry or brandy to mix the paste.
Let me know
how you’re getting on with Christmas baking and if you’ve got a favourite
family Christmas recipe to share.