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Here at Sugar Salt Magic I want everyone to get into the kitchen and get creative. With a huge collection of delectably easy desserts and comforting yet simple dinners, there is something for everyone. Join the SSM newsletter to stay updated with all the latest!

A slice of raspberry sponge cake on a dessert plate.
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Soft, light and fuffy raspberry sponge cake

HOME | APPETIZERS | SIDES | DINNER | DESSERTS | ALL RECIPES Hello Reader 😊! No dry or rubbery sponge cakes here! This raspberry sponge cake is everything a sponge cake should be - light, airy, tender - and, filled with chantilly cream and raspberry jam it's super delicious and easy to make too! Raspberry Sponge Cake Get the recipe More recipes you'll love You’ll love these similar recipes too. Homemade Raspberry Jam Passionfruit Sponge Cake Churro Cake Reader Raves Strawberry Sponge Cake "The...

A spoon taking raspberry jam out of a glass.

HOME | APPETIZERS | SIDES | DINNER | DESSERTS | ALL RECIPES Hello Reader 😊! This easy raspberry jam is as simple as it gets; just 3 ingredients and about 20 minutes to a sticky, sweet, raspberry spread you'll want to use in or on everything. This vibrant, ruby-red jam is loaded with flavour and colour from real raspberries - no additives. Easy Raspberry Jam Get the recipe More recipes you'll love You’ll love these similar recipes too, all loaded with cherries! Spandauer (Jam Danish) Jam and...

Top down view of brownie squares topped with chocolate chips and cherries.

HOME | APPETIZERS | SIDES | DINNER | DESSERTS | ALL RECIPES Hello Reader 😊! If you love brownies that are rich, fudgy and super indulgent, these cherry brownies are a winner! The pop of cherry in every bite is irresistible. And they start with my absolute favourite fail-proof brownie recipe. Cherry Brownies Get the recipe More recipes you'll love You’ll love these similar recipes too, all loaded with cherries! Chocolate Ganache Brownies Black Forest Brownies Kit Kat Brownies Reader Raves...

Top down view of a cherry crumble showing the gooey fruit underneath.

HOME | APPETIZERS | SIDES | DINNER | DESSERTS | ALL RECIPES Hello Reader 😊! This cherry crumble is like a hug in a bowl. It's comforting enough for cold weather (yes you can use frozen cherries) but it light enough for a summer dessert too when fresh cherries are at their best. It's ridiculously easy to make and there's nothing quite like the bubbly, sweet cherries topped with buttery, crunchy crumble. Cherry Crumble Get the recipe More recipes you'll love You’ll love these similar recipes...

Closeup of the crackly side of a date scone.

HOME | APPETIZERS | SIDES | DINNER | DESSERTS | ALL RECIPES Hello Reader 😊! There's something so comforting about freshly baked scones and these date scones are no exception. Simple, reliable and totally delicious it's a recipe you'll come back to again and again. Date Scones Get the recipe More recipes you'll love You’ll love these similar recipes too, all loaded with cherries! Cherry Scones Blueberry Lemon Scones Earl Grey Scones Date Cookies Reader Raves Lime Coconut Scones "These scones...

An enameled braiser pan filled with baked chicken and rice.

HOME | APPETIZERS | SIDES | DINNER | DESSERTS | ALL RECIPES Hello Reader! This one pan baked chicken and rice is comfort food at it's best. Juicy, marinated chicken, fluffy savoury rice all baked together in one pan. It's easy to make with the oven doing most of the work and perfect for busy weeknight dinners. One Pan Baked Chicken and Rice Get the recipe If you make it, let me know - I'd love to hear what you think! More Asian inspired recipes you'll love Chinese Prawn and Fried Rice Slow...

A whole chocolate bundt cake topped with cherry icing on a marble platter.

HOME | APPETIZERS | SIDES | DINNER | DESSERTS | ALL RECIPES Hello Reader 😊! 🍒 This Cherry Chocolate Bundt Cake is so good. It's rich and chocolatey with a soft, moist crumb and hidden cherries inside. It's topped with a cherry icing and the whole thing is so easy to make. Cherry Chocolate Bundt Cake Get the recipe More recipes you'll love You’ll love these similar recipes too, all loaded with cherries! Almond Cherry Coffee Cake White Forest Cake Cherry Pistachio Cupcakes Reader Raves Cherry...

Top down view of a chunk of Florentine Slice.

HOME | APPETIZERS | SIDES | DINNER | DESSERTS | ALL RECIPES Hello Reader 😊! Ihope your 2026 is off to a wonderful start. I'm back to posting with a brand new recipe today for Florentine slice. It's like a combination between classic florentines and Christmas crack and it's divine!!!! Cornflakes, almonds, Ritz crackers, glacé cherries and chocolate all held together with crunchy butter toffee. It's seriously simple to make and great for a sweet snack. Florentine Slice Get the recipe More...

A square of lemon tiramisu on a dessert plate.

Hello Reader, and happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful end to 2025 and rang in the new year with friends and family close. And if you cooked or baked for a celebration, what did you make? If you tried any of my recipes over the holidays, please make sure to leave a rating and comment. Top 12 in 2025 Here's a list of the top 12 recipes published in 2025. Some of my absolute favourites are in this list so I'm so happy you enjoy them too. 1. Lemon Tiramisu Creamy, lemony, soft and...

A batch of steak crostini on a platter.

Hello Reader 😊! It's nearly time to see out 2025 and welcome in a wonderful new year. If you're having a party (or just a quiet night with friends and family) you'll need snacks. Here are some great finger foods, perfect for a gathering and most are fairly quick and easy. Steak Crostini These steak crostini are so, so moreish and super easy to throw together. I serve them cold so everything can be prepped in advance then assembled shortly before guests arrive. You can use homemade or...