southern africa and desserts

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Recipes

South African Koeksisters

(1 reviews) Posted by Enjolinfam  

A very sticky South African sweet. They remind me of a donut, but maybe messier. I got this recipe from my South African friend, Sheralee. She says to try to eat a few before the family gets home because once they get stuck into them, you... MORE»

Recipe #309851

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Soetkoekies - Sweet Wine and Spice South African Cookies

(1 reviews) Posted by CaliforniaJan  

I got this from a very old (1970) African Cookbook and am posting it for the ZWT 4. MORE»

Recipe #309794

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Malva Pudding With Amarula Cream

Posted by MarraMamba  

Alan Coxons wonderful version of the traditional malva pudding from south africa, enhanced with amarula liqueur MORE»

Recipe #309750

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Banana Mandazi

Posted by MarraMamba  

A wonderful Mandazi (south african fritter) by Alan Coxon MORE»

Recipe #309742

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Passionfruit Bavarian Cream Dessert

(1 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

This is a dessert found when searching for South African recipes. Typical in Zimbabwe but commonly found in other South Africa regions. Passion-fruit juice may be obtained in gourmet food and specialty shops. If not available, use apricot... MORE»

Recipe #309480

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Monkey Food

(1 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

This will really be a hit with the kids! MORE»

Recipe #309434

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Baked Bananas

(2 reviews) Posted by diner524  

A recipe I found on-line for South Africa recipes. Posted for ZWT. MORE»

Recipe #307208

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Caramel Bananas

(8 reviews) Posted by diner524  

Another recipe I found on-line while looking for South Africa recipes to post for ZWT. MORE»

Recipe #307079

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South African Crustless Milk Tart

(2 reviews) Posted by Enjolinfam  

This desert recipe was given to me by my South African friend Sheralee. I haven't tried it yet, but it sounds delicious. Posted for ZWT 4. MORE»

Recipe #306000

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Sportsman's Pudding

(1 reviews) Posted by Zurie  

This simple, delicious dessert was originally named after a legendary South African rugby player! It's the kind of pudding which gets passed on from cook to cook over the years. Delicious, saucy and fattening! MORE»

Recipe #301906

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Fruit Salad, the Healthy Summer Dessert!

(10 reviews) Posted by Zurie  

In South Africa "fruit salad" means something a little different from most American recipes. A definitive recipe does not exist: you use what fruits you have, and in summer and fall the choice is enormous. This is a healthy, simple way... MORE»

Recipe #299347

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Amarula Cheesecake

(2 reviews) Posted by Chef~V  

As called several times, the Amarula Queen, and the love of cheesecakes, I had to post this recipe. Taking the ingredients of my favorite cheesecake and adding a little Amarula this makes a decadent, rich and creamy cheesecake that gets rave... MORE»

Recipe #293639

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South African Beesting Cake With Custard Filling

Posted by Zurie  

I do not know where the "bee-sting" comes from, but this is a very popular cake in local home industries: those little shops filled with the specialties of good home cooks. This cake takes a little time, but it is worth it: it is cut... MORE»

Recipe #290993

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Oaty Choc Chip Crunchies

Posted by mamazee #2  

This recipe is as near as a South African 'Woolies' choc chip cookie as can be... It was adapted from 2 other recipes to get the texture and taste to satisfaction MORE»

Recipe #289089

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Impossible Pie

(3 reviews) Posted by lamiacea  

i found this recipe in my sister in law's high school cook book. it really is impossible in everything, impossibly easy to make, impossibly tasty. it has got me out of a fix more than once when i had guests coming over within an hour's notice.... MORE»

Recipe #286690

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No-Bake Sweetened Condensed Milk Citrus Bars

(1 reviews) Posted by Zurie  

An old recipe from my scrapbook, quick and easy. Just remember to make it the night before, to firm up, as no baking is required. Lovely for tea, and the kids will love them. Rich, yes, so slice into small neat blocks. MORE»

Recipe #279890

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Chocolate Pepper Cookies (South African)

Posted by philip dreger  

Chocolate pepper cookies from the book Where Flavor Was Born MORE»

Recipe #272119

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Nougatine With Preserved Fruit, from the Tsitsikamma Forest Inn

(1 reviews) Posted by Zurie  

This recipe is a big surprise of marshmallowy, rocky-road, crispy-topped deliciousness!! It has a certain rustic charm about it, as it's just about impossible to remove from the tin in neat squares, but once tasted, you'll realise that it does not... MORE»

Recipe #261368

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Amarula Cream Truffles: a Homemade Gift!

(1 reviews) Posted by Zurie  

These sinfully rich chocolate truffles will make a lovely gift in the festive season! They're easy to make and they also freeze well. Use different "finishes" for a professional look. I give the metric amounts as well. Time to make is... MORE»

Recipe #258552

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Don't Know What to Do With Quinces?! Here's What!

Posted by Zurie  

This old-fashioned, tart fruit is actually extremely versatile. It can't really be eaten raw, although a friend of mine eats thin raw slices with salt and loves it! It makes a gorgeous see-through jelly, lovely jam, and a wonderful stewed side... MORE»

Recipe #248022

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