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Easy-Peasy Watermelon Sorbet

This is the perfect summertime refresher that's free from any nasties and isn't complicated to make. In fact, the only thing in this sorbet is watermelon.

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White chocolate, raspberry + chia seed slice

Need a nut-free, egg-free, dairy-free, vegan recipe that still tastes great? We've got you covered. This one is super yummy and it's also no-bake. You're welcome. :)

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Chocolate Crackle Slice

This is a modern twist on the classic childhood treat of the 80s and 90s: the chocolate crackle. Best enjoyed while reminiscing about childhood birthday parties and life without the internet.

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Blueberry, Cashew + Coconut Slice

Blueberry, Cashew + Coconut Slice

If you ask us, there isn't enough purple food in the world. So, we've created this blueberry, cashew and coconut slice to help fill the void (or at least the void in your tummy). Give it a whirl? It's purple-icious.

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Cat Rabbit Chats about Craft + Cookies

We chat with textile artist Cat Rabbit about the inspiration for her sets and characters, and she gives us her fave gluten and dairy free chocolate speckle cookie recipe.

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Peach and Raspberry Yoghurt Icy Poles

Homemade ice blocks should be the cornerstone of childhood summer memories, and this recipe is one of the best. Made with plain yoghurt and fresh fruit, they're good enough to eat at any time of day.

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Herbed Quinoa Salad

Always a crowd-pleaser, this herbed quinoa salad is packed full of fresh flavours. We love eating it on its own for lunch or dinner, or as a side with grilled fish or meat (we reckon a side-serve of halloumi would also be amazing!).

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apple cinnamon pancakes

This is one of our fave pancake recipes ever. They're packed full of fibre and good stuff, but also taste amazing. Give them a whirl next time you're on weekend breakfast duty.

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Make your own damper

Make your own damper

Next time you're sitting around a campfire or even a backyard fire pit, give homemade damper a try. It's fun to make and practically full proof. Top with butter and golden syrup for even sweeter childhood memories.

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Homemade Soda Bread

This recipe is perfect for people who want to fill their homes with the smell of freshly baked bread but don't have the time or patience for sourdough.  Soda bread takes less than an hour to make, which we reckon is pretty great (and I bet our constantly hungry kiddos do too!)....

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Sugar-Free Tiny Teddies

Sugar-Free Tiny Teddies

All kids love tiny teddies, but our sugar-free version are even better than the supermarket kind, we reckon. Made without any refined sugar, they've also got a good whack more nutrition too. Enjoy!

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Baked Apple Chips

Crisp like potato chips but with the sweetness of fresh apples, these baked apple chips are absolutely delish. Made with only three ingredients and an oven, they're super simple too. Give them a whirl next time the kids say, "I'm hungry!"

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Mini chocolate beetroot cakes

Mini chocolate beetroot cakes

Whether you've got a glut of beetroot in the garden or you're just keen to get a few more veggies into the kids. These mini chocolate beetroot cakes are the answer. They're super moist and easy to make.

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Sushi is easy

Become a lunchbox legend with these simple sushi recipes for sushi balls, veggie sushi or quinoa and sweet potato sushi. They're a crowd pleaser for big and small people.

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Pressed flower biccies

Next time you need some morning tea inspo, try these pressed flower biccies. They're as pretty as they are tasty and best served with our garden tea (recipe for both here).

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cauliflower and fennel soup with rosemary oil in a large mug with a child's hands holding it

Cauliflower and Fennel Soup with Rosemary Oil

Looking for a quick and easy winter-warmer that the whole family will enjoy? Our cauliflower and fennel soup is super simple to make, but the addition of rosemary oil makes it just a little bit fancy.

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trick food: a plate of apple slices decorated to look like mini watermelon pieces

Trick food: Watermelon Apple Slices

Add a bit of razzle dazzle to your next snack plate with this culinary magic: turn apple slices into miniature watermelon pieces. It's practically guaranteed to excite kids (and adults too).

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Best Ever Apple Pie Recipe

Nothing's quite as comforting as a piece of homemade apple pie fresh from the oven. We reckon this one ticks all the boxes because it's quick and easy to make but just as tasty as the ones Nanna used to bake.

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sandwich recipes that aren't boring

There's nothing wrong with the simplicity of a Vegemite sanga, but sometimes we all need something that's got a little more life to it. Enter these three non-boring sandwich recipes that will be sure to delight both kids and adults.

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THE TRUTH ABOUT AN APPLE A DAY

Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Or, are apples chemical-laden vessels that are bad for our health? Take a look into the history of growing, selling and eating apples to find out for yourself.

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Vegan Iced VoVo slice

Our raspberry + cashew cream iced vovo slice is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic Aussie biscuit. While there's a few elements to this recipe, it's easier than you'd think.

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Passionfruit Jellies

Homemade Passionfruit Jelly

Jelly disguised as fresh fruit? We're into it. These passionfruit jellies are super simple to make and kids love them. Here's how to make them.

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Orange Poppyseed cake

Orange and Poppyseed Cake

This is one of our favourite recipes of all time. The cake is delish, flourless and easy to make. Best enjoyed with a friend and a cuppa...unless the kids eat it first.

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Cute Fruit Smoothies

Whizz up some fruity magic in the kitchen with these cute-fruit smoothie recipes. They're fresh, delicious and simple to make.

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