Make Chris’s apple crumble muffins with Cox apples, buttermilk batter and a cinnamon crumble topping. Easy recipe makes 12 bakery-style muffins perfect for sharing.
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Beneath the ancient stones of Poulnabrone Dolmen, scientists found the remains of 33 people — and secrets that rewrote what we know of ancient Ireland.
This reliable vanilla sponge cake uses a clever warm-liquid technique for a light, moist crumb every time. Two golden layers, ready to fill with jam and cream. Find the full recipe here — plus get weekly Irish inspiration free in our newsletter.