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Easy Christmas Trifle with Gingerbread Loaf

 

Here’s a delightful twist on a Kiwi classic, the Christmas Trifle. This quick and easy trifle can be assembled in under 20 minutes, making it ideal for last-minute gatherings.

 

We’ve added a spin on this recipe by swapping out the Trifle Sponge with our Coupland’s Gingerbread Loaf. This elevates the trifle with spiced flavours – it’s simple yet stunning that’s sure to be a hit at the Christmas table!

 

Ingredients:

 

  • 2 packs of Coupland’s Gingerbread Loaf
  • 1 cup of fruit juice (orange or apple works well)
  • 1 kg of custard
  • 500 g of fresh fruit (we used Strawberries and Blueberries)
  • 300 ml whipped cream

 

Method:

 

  1. Prepare the Gingerbread Loaf: Start by Coupland’s Gingerbread Loaf into 2cm thick slices. Lay the slices evenly on the bottom of the trifle bowl to create the first layer.
  2. Drizzle 1/2 cup of your chosen fruit juice over the gingerbread layer. This helps to soften the gingerbread and adds a lovely burst of flavour.
  3. Layer with fruit and custard: Add half of the fresh fruit on top of the gingerbread layer, followed by 1/2 kg of custard. Smooth it out evenly for a neat finish.
  4. Repeat the layers: Repeat the gingerbread, fruit, and custard layers once more to fill the bowl.
  5. Top with cream: Finally, top the trifle with a generous layer of whipped cream. Garnish with any remaining fruit.
  6. Store in fridge prior to eating.

 

Chef’s Tip: You can substitute the Gingerbread Loaf for any other flavour loaf. Like our Lemon Delicous Loaf.

 

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Garlic Ciabatta Bruschetta

 

Here’s a mouth-watering bruschetta recipe using Coupland’s Garlic Ciabatta as the base! It’s perfect for a weekend snack or an appetizer to impress your friends.

 

  • 1 pack of Coupland’s Garlic Ciabatta loaf
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves (chopped)
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated parmesan (optional, for garnish)

 

Instructions:

 

1. Prepare the Bread:

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Slice the Coupland’s Garlic Ciabatta loaf into thick slices and lay them flat on a baking tray.
  • Bake the ciabatta slices for 8–10 minutes until golden and crispy.

2. Prepare the Topping:

  • While the bread is toasting, mix the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, basil, and balsamic vinegar in a medium-sized bowl.
  • Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Assemble:

  • Once the ciabatta is toasted, spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice.
  • Sprinkle grated parmesan over the top for an extra flavor boost.

4. Serve:

  • Serve immediately while the bread is still warm.
  • You can garnish with extra basil leaves or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a more elevated look.

Tip:
Pair with a glass of wine and enjoy the weekend in style!

 

With Coupland’s Garlic Ciabatta Bread, this bruschetta brings extra flavor without any extra effort. Perfect for a casual get-together or a cozy night in! 🍅🥖✨

 

 

 

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Hot Cross Bun French Toast Fingers

 

Celebrate Easter in style with our Hot Cross Bun French Toast Fingers, a festive twist that transforms traditional Hot Cross Buns into a delightful breakfast treat. As you gather with loved ones during this joyous season, these cinnamon-infused fingers, dipped in eggs, and adorned with a touch of chocolate, add a special touch to your Easter morning. Serves 4.

 

Ingredients:

 

 

Method:

 

  1. Slice 6 Couplands Hot Cross Buns into fingers.

  2. In a bowl, add 2/3 cup of milk to 5 eggs. Whisk until combined.

  3. Soak each hot cross bun finger in the egg mixture.

  4. Place a frying pan on low to medium heat & fry each hot cross bun finger in butter. Cook each side until golden brown.

  5. Let the hot cross bun fingers cool slightly, before tossing them in cinnamon sugar for some extra crunch.

  6. Place milk chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and melt in 30 second increments until silky smooth.

  7. Serve the Hot Cross Bun French Toast Fingers with melted chocolate as dipping sauce and enjoy!

 

Chef’s Tip: Why not try this recipe with Couplands Double Choc or Cranberry Buns!

 

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The perfect marriage of two delicious flavours, orange and chocolate. This decadent dessert is sure to put a smile on your families faces. Get the kids involved as this recipe is super easy to make at home.

 

Serves 8-12

Ingredients

Base

  • 500g Coupland’s Jaffa Biscuits – crushed
  • 200g Butter – melted
  • Topping (optional)
  • Jaffas
  • Freeze dried mandarins
  • 100ml Cream – whipped

Filling

  • 600g grated quality dark chocolate
  • Zest of 3 oranges
  • 1tsp vanilla paste, extract or essence
  • 250ml Cream
  • 100g Butter
  • Pinch flaky sea salt

 

Method
  1. Crush biscuits, then mix in melted butter to create base mix.
  2. Grease a 25cm round tart tin, and press base mix into the base and sides of the tin.
  3. Gently melt filling ingredients together over a low heat and stir until combined.
  4. Pour filling mix over base and set in fridge for 2 hours, or until completely set.
  5. Garnish with freeze dried mandarins and jaffas.
  6. Serve with whipped cream.

 

If you’re a fan of ginger, replace the Jaffa Biscuits with Coupland’s Gingernut Biscuits, and the orange zest with a little chopped stem ginger.

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Banoffee Cheesecake

 

Experience pure dessert delight with our simple Banoffee Cheesecake recipe, featuring Coupland’s ANZAC Biscuits, creamy cheesecake, luscious caramel, and fresh bananas. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a Mid Winter Christmas gathering, or you just love all things Banoffee, this dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Serves 6-8.

 

Ingredients:

 

Cheesecake

  • 200g Coupland’s Anzac Biscuits – crushed
  • 200g butter – melted
  • 250g cream cheese
  • 200g sour cream
  • 200ml cream – whipped
  • 200g white chocolate – melted

 

Topping

 

Method:

 

  1. Grease a 25cm springform baking tin with butter.
  2. Combine Anzac biscuit crumbs and melted butter, and press into the base of the greased baking tin.
  3. Place in fridge to set.
  4. Combine cream cheese, whipped cream, and sour cream, and fold in melted white chocolate.
  5. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the biscuit base and refrigerate for 45 minutes.
  6. When set, remove from the springform baking tin.
  7. Top with caramel sauce, sliced banana, popcorn, cream, and cubes of dessert brownie.

 

Chef’s Tip: Why not try Coupland’s Gingernuts or Hokey Pokey Biscuits instead of Anzac Biscuits!

 

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Chocolate French Toast Roll-ups

 

You must try our delectable Chocolate French Toast Roll-Ups! Made with our signature Spicy Fruit Loaf, and filled with Nutella, these roll-ups are a scrumptious twist on a classic favourite. Simply roll, cook, and indulge in this easy and mouthwatering treat that’s perfect for breakfast or a delectable dessert. Get creative with toppings and make these French Toast Roll-Ups your own! Serves 2.

 

Ingredients:

 

  • 6 slices of Coupland’s Spicy Fruit Loaf
  • Nutella
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup of milk
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp soft brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp of butter
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
  • Icing sugar & berries to garnish

 

Method:

 

  1. Trim the crust off the bread. Flatten each slice with a rolling pin or by using a glass.
  2. Spread each slice with Nutella and roll it up tightly into a log.
  3. In a shallow dish or bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and soft brown sugar.
  4. Soak each bread roll in the egg mixture.
  5. Place a frying pan on low to medium heat & fry each roll-up in butter. Cook each side until golden brown. Alternatively, cook your roll-ups in the air fryer at 180 degrees celsius for 8 minutes. As air fryers can vary, keep an eye on the roll-ups and adjust the cooking time if necessary.
  6. For some extra sweetness and crunch, roll each log in granulated sugar after cooking.
  7. Top the French Toast Roll Ups with a dusting of icing sugar and berries of your choice. You can also substitute the Nutella for a sweet jam. Enjoy!

 

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Spicy Fruit Loaf French Toast

 

Our Spicy Fruit Loaf French Toast is the perfect weekend breakfast treat! Try the recipe for yourself using Coupland’s Spicy Fruit Loaf. Serves 4.

 

Ingredients:

 

  • 8 slices of Coupland’s Spicy Fruit Loaf
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp soft brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • Icing sugar, berries & maple syrup to garnish

 

Method:

 

1. In a shallow dish or bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon and soft brown sugar.

 

2. Dip both sides of a slice of Spicy Fruit Loaf into the egg mixture.

 

3. Place a frying pan on low to medium heat & fry the soaked loaf slices in butter.

 

4. Cook each side until golden brown.

 

5. Repeat with the remaining slices of Spicy Fruit Loaf.

 

6. Top the French Toast with a dusting of icing sugar, maple syrup and berries of your choice. Get creative and make it your own!

 

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Decadent Brownie Trifle

 

Try this delicious chocolate trifle recipe using Coupland’s Dessert Brownie! Serves 4.

 

Ingredients:

 

  • 1 Coupland’s Dessert Brownie, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cream
  • 1/2 cup icing sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 packet of chocolate mousse
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or berries for garnish (optional)

 

Method:

 

1. In a mixing bowl, whip the cream, icing sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form to make whipped cream.

 

2. In a separate bowl, prepare the chocolate mousse according to the package instructions.

 

3. Take a trifle dish or individual glasses and layer the brownie pieces at the bottom.

 

4. Next, layer a generous amount of whipped cream over the brownie layer.

 

5. Spoon a layer of chocolate mousse on top of the whipped cream.

 

6. Repeat the layers with brownie pieces, whipped cream, and chocolate mousse until you reach the top of the trifle dish or glass.

 

7. Smooth the top layer, and if desired garnish with chocolate chips or fresh berries.

 

8. Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.

 

9. Serve chilled and enjoy the rich and decadent flavours of our Dessert Brownie in this luscious trifle!

 

 

Note: You can also customize this recipe by adding other layers such as fresh berries, caramel sauce, or crushed biscuits for added texture and flavour. Get creative and make it your own!

 

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The ultimate toastie. Three layers of toasted bread filled with a cheesy filling…

For a smoky kick, why not replace Tasty Cheese with Smoked Cheddar Cheese!

 

Serves 4

Ingredients
  • 12 slices of Coupland’s Our Country Harvest Bread
  • 250g Sour Cream
  • 200g Tasty Cheese – grated
  • 100g Mozzarella Cheese – grated
  • 2 eggs
  • 1tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1tbsp Butter
  • 4tbsp plain flour
  • 100ml dark beer (alternatively, add 100ml of milk)
  • 600g shaved corned beef (or favourite sliced meat)
  • 4tbsp of your favourite chutney

 

Method
  1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
  2. Butter each side of the bread evenly.
  3. Mix everything except the corned beef and chutney in a large bowl, making sure it is evenly mixed together.
  4. Place 4 slices of bread on a baking tray and spread a little of the cheese mix on the base slice.
  5. Add 150g shaved corned beef to each slice, as well as a dollop of your favourite chutney.
  6. Top with another slice of buttered bread, then spread a layer of the cheese mix on top, finished with a sprinkle of grated cheese and cracked pepper.
  7. Repeat to have a 3 layer toastie.
  8. Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden and oozy.
  9. Recommended to serve with your favourite bowl of hot soup for dunking into, or with a side of chunky wedges.
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Tips for making the best hamburgers:

 

  1. Use high-quality minced beef with a high fat content (at least 20%) for maximum flavor and juiciness.
  2. Season the meat generously with salt and pepper before forming the patties.
  3. Don’t overwork the meat when forming the patties. This can make the burgers tough.
  4. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty before cooking. This will help the burgers cook evenly and prevent them from puffing up.
  5. Cook the burgers over high heat to sear the outside and create a crust. Then, lower the heat to finish cooking the inside.
  6. Cook the burgers to your desired level of doneness.
  7. Let the burgers rest for a few minutes before serving, this will help the juices redistribute and make the burger more juicy.
  8. Finally, serve them with your favorite toppings, you can add cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, mayo, mustard, or any other toppings you like.
  9. Also, you can always experiment with different seasonings and add-ins like garlic, herbs, Worcestershire sauce, or egg to make your burger unique and delicious.

And of course, the most important part…. sandwich between a soft and fluffy Coupland’s Hamburger Bun which you can just so happen order right here!

 

If you’re looking for a great recipe, then our Smoked Cheddar Burger with Parmesan Fries might just hit the spot or for something different try a Pulled Pork Slider recipe and adjust!

 

Looking for other great burger ideas?  Check out Delish for their 60 Best Burger Ideas!

 

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