Delicious patisserie recipes inspired by GBBO
It's the semi-final of The Great British Bake Off 2014, and bakers will impress judges with their patisserie bakes. If you fancy a go, here are our best recipes from madeleines to macarons.
Best ever lemon gateau
Everyone loves a gateau, especially when there's loads of delicious whipped cream involved.
Try our Lemon Gateau recipe.
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Best doughnut recipes inspired by GBBO
Tarte des demoiselles Tatin
This classic French recipe of upside down caramelised tart is the showstopper you need for a dinner party.
Try our Tarte Tatin recipe.
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Best doughnut recipes inspired by GBBO
The ultimate macarons recipe
These girly little treats taste as pretty as they look.
Try our Macarons recipe.
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Best doughnut recipes inspired by GBBO
Honey and orange madeleines
Orange gives these delicate cakes a real kick.
Try our Honey and Orange Madeleines recipe.
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Best doughnut recipes inspired by GBBO
Mini coffee and hazelnut eclairs
All you'll need is Richard's eclair stairs for a stairway to eclair heaven.
Try our Mini Coffee and Hazelnut Eclairs recipe.
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Best doughnut recipes inspired by GBBO
Sensational strawberry gateau
Not only is this showstopper impressive to look at, it's less than 135 calories a slice. What more could you ask for?
Try our Sensational Strawberry Gateau recipe.
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Best doughnut recipes inspired by GBBO
White chocolate tarts
Nothing says elegant dinner party than individual raspberry and white chocolate tarts.
Try our White Chocolate Tart recipe.
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Best doughnut recipes inspired by GBBO
Marzipan and kumquat tart
This delicious tart is best served with a steaming cup of tea.
Try our Marzipan and Kumquat Tart recipe.
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Best doughnut recipes inspired by GBBO
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