Fan-Tested Hairy Bikers Recipes
This crispy pork belly recipe is made with sea salt flakes, fresh thyme, apples, sage and cider. The two-stage roast gives you golden crackling on top with tender, juicy meat underneath. Ready in under three hours, it serves four to five people. I make this every time we have family over for a Sunday roast. …
This slow-roasted porchetta recipe is made with boneless pork loin and belly, fennel seeds, garlic, rosemary and lemon zest. The low-and-slow method gives you tender, juicy meat wrapped in golden, crispy crackling. It takes around 5 hours and serves 8. I first made this for a big family Christmas dinner and it blew everyone away. …
This cozy Hairy Bikers Plum Crumble With Oats is made with sweet, juicy plums baked with a hint of cinnamon, all under a buttery, crunchy topping of flour, demerara sugar, and rolled oats. This recipe creates the ultimate comfort food dessert, with a perfectly tangy fruit base and a satisfyingly crisp topping. It’s a wonderful …
This easy pineapple upside-down cake is made with canned pineapple rings, glacé cherries, butter and self-raising flour. The all-in-one sponge bakes on a sticky brown sugar base for a golden, fruity finish. It takes under an hour and serves 8. I make this cake whenever we want a proper retro pudding without any fuss. It …
This decadent Hairy Bikers Millionaires’ Shortbread is made with a buttery shortbread base, a rich and chewy caramel filling, and a thick layer of smooth milk and dark chocolate. The result is an irresistibly sweet and satisfying tray bake with three distinct, perfect layers. Ideal for a special treat, bake sale, or afternoon indulgence, this …
This classic lemon drizzle cake is made with unsalted butter, caster sugar, self-raising flour, free-range eggs, and fresh lemon zest for a light, fluffy sponge. The warm cake is soaked in a tangy lemon and sugar syrup that dries into a crunchy, sweet crust. Ready in under an hour, it serves 10 generous slices. I …
This Hairy Bikers key lime pie pairs a buttery biscuit base with a tangy lime and condensed milk filling. A golden baked meringue tops it off for a sweet and tart finish. It serves 8 and takes around 40 minutes. I first made this after watching the Mums Know Best series and it quickly became …
This colourful halloumi tray bake is made with roasted red peppers, courgettes, red onion, and golden halloumi in a lemon, honey, and mint dressing. The result is a satisfying vegetarian one-pan meal packed with Mediterranean flavours. Ready in 50 minutes and serves 4. I make this at least once a fortnight when I want something …
This Hairy Bikers cassoulet is a lighter take made with chicken thighs, herby sausages, smoked gammon, cannellini beans, and butter beans. Ready in under two hours, it serves 6 at just 464 calories per portion. I love making this cassoulet on chilly weekends when the family wants something warming but not too heavy. It is …
This moist boiled fruit cake is made with 900g of mixed dried fruit, margarine, sugar, brandy, and mixed spice. The boiling method keeps it rich, dense, and packed with flavour. It takes 15 minutes to prepare, 2 hours to bake, and makes 3 generous loaves. I make this every Christmas and it never disappoints. The …