Ready...Set...Relaunch!!!

Our move Stateside has been a bit epic to say the least, but we have been settling in and prepping to unveil our treats to our American friends and family starting next week!


We have a whole new menu, expanding our delicious cookies and cookie sandwiches to include breads, cakes, brownies and so much more! We are dedicated to providing Organic, healthy and delicious treats with a little something for everyone- whether you want all the butter, nuts and gluten, or if you are vegan, gluten free, nut free. As always, we strive to use unprocessed and unrefined ingredients, and to cut down on the sugar when possible. As we like to say ' a little bit naughty, but a buncha bit nice.'


We will be switching up the menu monthly, to keep things seasonal and fresh. We can ship anywhere in the continental USA . (Free delivery for local Westchester orders) If you want something not on the menu, please shoot us an email at: cookieandbiscuituk@gmail and we will try our best to accommodate you. 


We will also be teaming up with Trailside Cafe in Yorktown Heights, so if you are in the area please stop by and say hi! 


xx

Sweet Potato Chick'p Nuggets

We were up very early this morning, so I decided to do a bit of batch cooking to help move the morning along. These chick'p nuggets are quick, easy and super healthy!

You will need:

1/4 cup of organic whole wheat bread crumbs

1/2 cup organic whole wheat flour 

1 organic egg 

1/2 sweet potato (or 1 small one)

1 can organic chick peas (washed and drained)

1/3 cup shredded courgette

1 garlic clove

- steam sweet potatoes until soft, put in fridge to cool

- then add sweet potatoes, chick peas, courgettes, minced garlic glove and egg to food processor, mix till blended

- finish off by adding bread crumbs and flour, mix again until incorporated

- with wet hands, make patties and place on a parchment lined tray and refrigerate for atleast 30 mins ( patties will be very messy!)

- pan fry with about a tablespoon of organic raw coconut oil until golden on both sides

- enjoy immediately or freeze for future meals

Dipping sauce: 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice and rind of 1/2 lemon and Greek yogurt 

Notes: 

-Because these are for kids we didn't add salt/seasonings, but a bit of cumin or cayenne mixed in would be great, as well as fresh coriander or flat leaf parsley.

-When reheating, highly recommend using the oven, microwave can make them a little mushy. 

Super Smoothie

  It's basically a full time job keeping our toddler fed and happy. Lucky for us FJ is a great eater, she will try anything, but we do have our challenges getting in our 5 a day. Our solution is daily juices or smoothies. This kid will drink anything through a straw! We usually have mostly veggie juices with an apple or two for sweetness, but as an occassional treat, I'll whip up some fruity smoothies. There are so many great smoothie recipes out there, and the best ones are the random ones you can craft up with whatever is in your fridge.

Today we have 1/2 cup of cherries (grown by our neighbour 2 doors down), an organic banana, avocado and a cup of organic yogurt. Chock full of antioxidants, of vitamin C and healthy fat, this smoothie is a perfect sugar free treat to fuel the little one through the afternoon. 

  

Mix all ingredients in a blender for about a minute. And VOILA! A Sugar free super healthy super smoothie! If you fancy a thicker smoothie use frozen bananas for creamy, luxurious texture. 

For when we are out & about, I found these amazing reusable pouches from Koko. I fill them up and toss the mini smoothies in the freezer. They defrost slowly, so they are the perfect picnic treat, or in my case last week a keep-her-quiet-while-running-errands-treat. 

(You could use ice lolly molds as well)

                                     

                   

                                      

Our Food Market Farewell

This Saturday August 3rd marks our last stall at the Crystal Palace Food Market before we embark on our journey back to NYC.  We have made a few upgrades to our menu, keeping with the organic/free range promise we made from the start, we have now omitted all processed flours and refined sugars in our recipes. Using organic whole wheat & Doves Farm Gluten free blend flours and unrefined sugars such as organic honey and organic Billingtons sugars, we hope you the changes as much as we do!

We have loved being a part of the CP food market family, and it is so bittersweet that we are leaving. What they have done for the area and the immediate community is nothing short of amazing. A great, laid back shopping experience with the freshest veg and meat.  (*personal favourite is the Patchwork farm mixed salad- I swear you haven't had salad until you've tried this- and its ONLY .50P a bag!) Each producer is patient, knowledgeable and most important- passionate about their food!  We wish them all nothing but the best and can not wait to visit when we are back in town.

In addition to great food and our amazing treats, local favourite Cafe Thing is open during the market serving delicious drinks and snacks, as well as curating local talent for the 'Buskers corner' of the market. Yes that's right- LIVE MUSIC! We hope you can come see us off in style this Saturday!  Directions to the market can be found here: 
http://www.crystalpalacefoodmarket.co.uk/getting-there/

Meet Bowie

We have finally named our yeast starter after over a month of receiving it from our neighbour. Meet Bowie, our wild yeast starter, who contributes pancakes, bread and most recently English muffins to our home. 

These English muffins were so easy to prep and the best part is you cook them on a flat griddle- no oven needed! The perfect bread to make in a heat wave! 

                    Bowie bubbling 

                 Muffins on the rise

   And yes, plenty of nooks and crannies!

             Have a great weekend!

                             xx

Next Chapter: New York

The British Summer has finally arrived, and this heat has been helping to distract me from the fact that we are moving to New York in about 6 weeks time.  We love London and are sad to go, but we will be back soon & often for visits. 

We will be changing a few things when we go abroad, possibly trying out a few of our favourite British desserts along side our American classics. We will be taking orders up until August 3rd- which will also be our last Crystal Palace Food Market. We strongly recommend placing an advance order if you plan on visiting the market. That way we can guarantee you can get everything you want before we head across the pond.  Please email Cookieandbiscuituk@gmail.com for more info. And remember we do accept special requests, and will try to accommodate all dietary needs/ intolerances. 

We would also like to take a moment to thank a few special people who have supported us over the last few months. We couldn't have done it without your help

                        

Lil Beans 

 Since Again  

The Mini Post

ChicFantastique

Latte Mama
London Mothers Club

I'm Only Saying What You're Thinking

Crystal Palace Food Market

Magpie and Hen

Archie's Boutique

KyNa Boutique

The Bright Company

Oh Happy Days

Last Saturday was our first wedding job in Hackney. It was an intimate affair and we were honoured to bake our treats for everyone. The bride asked for a simple lemon layer cake, mini cupcakes, red velvet sandwiches, Oreos and mini brownies and according to the guests they were a hit!

It was so great to be part of such a beautiful day. Unfortunately we didn't manage to snap loads of photos as the treats started disappearing as soon as they were laid out!