Kate Jenkins, the brownie wizard behind Gower Cottage Brownies, has spent years building a fiercely loyal fan club of chocoholics thanks to her gloriously gooey, homemade creations. Dubbed the Queen of Brownies (and frankly, who are we to argue?), her bakes have become the stuff of local legend, earning fans far beyond Wales. Having shared her recipes on This Morning and tempted famous tastebuds including Emily Atack, Lisa McGrillis and Rivals star Gary Lamont, Kate is now adding “author” to her impressive CV with the release of her first cookbook, The Brownie Book.

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Marking 20 years since she sold her very first brownie in a village shop, the book is a celebration of two decades spent perfecting the art of baking. Packed with fail-safe brownie and blondie recipes, it’s designed to inspire endless chocolate-fuelled kitchen adventures. With more than 60 recipes inside, from fudgy classics to inventive new twists, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned baker or a complete novice.

Expect everything from Matcha Blondies and Honey Toffee & Almond Brownies to a show-stopping Brownie Christmas Pudding. In short? It’s the sort of cookbook you’ll reach for whenever a chocolate craving strikes — which, let’s be honest, is quite often.

Photography by Kim Lightbody

Retailing at £16.99, The Brownie Book is available from major bookstores and online retailers. But hold that checkout button for a moment — we’ve got something even sweeter in store.

Fancy adding a little brownie brilliance to your baking repertoire? Simply answer the question below for your chance to win one of three signed copies of The Brownie Book. That’s right, each one comes personally signed by Kate herself. (psst: you’ll find the answer right here).