Easy cake recipes
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Easy caramel cake
Need to make a celebration cake at short notice? This foolproof, showstopping caramel cake uses storecupboard ingredients and is quick to whip up
Double chocolate loaf cake
Chocolate and cake are two of our favourite things, so what's not to love about this indulgent cake?
Easiest ever battenberg
This classic chequerboard cake wrapped in marzipan is easier to achieve than you think
Chocolate & banana cake
This decadent chocolate and banana loaf cake is gorgeously moist from the fruit, whilst chocolate adds richness. Top with ganache and banana chips.
Easy lemon layer cake
Indulge in a slice of lemon cake for afternoon tea. With lovely light sponge layers, a citrus zing offsets the rich and creamy soft cheese icing
Passion loaf with coconut cream cheese icing
This cake is a cross between a carrot and a banana cake, with pineapple thrown in for juicy sweetness - a lovely light dessert or teatime treat
Carrot cake cupcakes
This crowd-pleasing recipe turns an afternoon tea classic into dainty cupcakes. Top mini carrot cakes with a generous layer of soft cheese frosting, then enjoy with a cuppa.
Marble loaf cake
Try this simple marbled chocolate and vanilla sponge cake for an easy, milk-free weekend bake. It uses an all-in-one method to save time in the kitchen
Raspberry bakewell cake
This simple almondy cake is a great way of using up pick-your-own raspberries
Orange & apricot loaf cake
A classic fruit sponge cake with apricots and citrus shared by reader Ann Turner - it's perfect with a cup of tea
Cappuccino cake
If you've offered to bake a treat for a stall or your local coffee morning then this cake stall classic is just the thing
Easy chocolate fudge cake
Need a guaranteed crowd-pleasing cake that's easy to make? This super-squidgy chocolate fudge cake with smooth icing is an instant baking win
ExclusiveKeto chocolate cake
Try our keto version of a classic chocolate cake. To keep the carbohydrate levels low, the recipe uses xylitol, almond flour and cacao powder
Spiced apple cider cake
Add allspice, cloves and nutmeg to this apple cider cake for some autumnal warmth. Bramley apples are added to the sponge mix, and it's topped with crunchy pecans
Chocolate & sesame loaf cake
Tahini gives this cake a subtle nutty flavour that partners perfectly with rich chocolate. This recipe makes 2 cakes, so why not freeze one as a treat for another day!
Ultimate chocolate cake
Indulge yourself with this ultimate chocolate ganache cake recipe that is beautifully moist, rich and fudgy. Perfect for a celebration or an afternoon tea
Lemon drizzle cake
It's difficult not to demolish this classic lemon drizzle in just one sitting, so why not make two at once?
Financiers
Treat family and friends to these miniature French almond cakes for afternoon tea, or take along to a coffee morning. Browning the butter adds extra nuttiness
Gluten-free lemon cake
Showcase zesty lemon flavour in this gluten-free lemon cake – it's simple to bake and best enjoyed with an afternoon cuppa
Marmalade cake
Use up any marmalade you have to make this sunny bake, perhaps with some ice cream alongside it
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Treat the family to this comforting apple cinnamon cake. Made with warming cinnamon spices, fresh apples and almonds, it's a wonderful winter dessert
Easy carrot cake
Top this classic carrot cake with moreish cream cheese icing and chopped walnuts or pecans. Serve as a sweet treat with a cup of tea any time of the day.
Chocolate stout cake
Bake this cake with stout to enhance the flavour of the chocolate sponge. It's made with soured cream and finished with a creamy cheese frosting to add a tangy note
Storecupboard chocolate hazelnut cake
Raid your storecupboard to make this lovely chocolate cake. Using ground hazelnuts delivers an incredible texture and flavour, or try almonds if you prefer