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Place pumpkin, milk, egg, oil and honey in a large jug. Whisk to combine.

Sift flours and spice into a large bowl, returning any husks remaining in sieve to the bowl. Stir in dates, sultanas and currants. Make well in centre. Add pumpkin mixture. Stir with a round-bladed knife to form a dough.

Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead until mixture comes together. Using lightly floured hands, pat out dough to a 2½ cm thickness. Cut into rounds with a 5.5 cm round cutter. Repeat step with dough trimmings, until all the dough is used, making 16 rounds altogether. Place rounds, side by side, on a lightly greased baking tray.

To make cross topping, place flour in a small bowl. Stir in about 2 tablespoons water to form a thick paste. Spoon into a snap lock sandwich bag. Squeeze mixture towards one corner of bag. Snip tip. Pipe over rounds to form crosses.

 oven (fan-forced) for 18-20 minutes, or until scones are evenly browned.

For glaze, place honey in a small heatproof bowl. Microwave honey on high for 10 seconds, until hot. Brush hot honey over scones.

To serve, split warm scones in half, lightly spread with ricotta and drizzle with a small amount of honey.

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Indulge in the perfect blend of tradition and innovation with our Fruity Hot Cross Scones. Delight your taste buds with a classic scone infused with a burst of fruity goodness, creating a delectable treat that's perfect for any occasion.

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Using a rolling pin, firmly roll each bread slice until thin. Lightly brush both sides of bread with oil. Press slices into 8 round, non-stick metal pie tins (1-cup capacity, 11 cm in diameter, 4 cm deep). Place tins on a large baking tray.

Reserve half the spinach leaves to serve. Coarsely shred remaining spinach leaves. Divide shredded spinach, capsicum and shallots evenly among bread cases. Make a slight hollow in centre. Carefully crack an egg into each one. Sprinkle with cheese. Season with freshly ground pepper.

oven (fan-forced) for about 15 minutes, or until egg is set and edges are lightly browned. Stand in tins for 2 minutes. Gently toss reserved spinach leaves with tomato and avocado.

To serve, transfer tarts to plates. Top with chutney. Serve with spinach, tomato and avocado mix.

Celebrate Easter in style with our delectable Easter Brunch Tarts. Indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures as flaky pastry crusts cradle delightful combinations of fresh, seasonal ingredients.

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Lightly spray a 22 cm round springform pan with oil. Line base and side with baking paper. Place pan on a baking tray.

Place cocoa in a small bowl. Using a wire whisk, whisk in ⅓ cup boiling water to form a smooth paste. Whisk in oil and vanilla. Cool 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, beat eggs and sugar in a large bowl with electric beaters for 5 minutes or until pale and thickened.

Whisk cocoa mixture into egg mixture. Add almond meal. Sift flour and soda over the top, returning any husks to the bowl. Gently whisk until combined.

Pour mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle with sliced almonds. Bake in a 160 °C preheated oven for about 50 minutes or until just firm in centre when lightly touched with fingertips. Cool in pan.

Transfer cake to a serving plate. Dust with icing sugar. Serve with yoghurt and strawberries.

Indulge in decadence with our chocolate almond olive oil cake—a luscious blend of rich chocolate, nutty almonds, and the exquisite depth of extra virgin olive oil. 

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Crowned with a medley of fresh fruits, these pancakes offer a harmonious balance of textures and tastes.

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