Cake recipes

In need of some baking inspiration? Feast your eyes on some of our cake ideas. Whether you're craving a quick sweet treat or planning a showstopper to wow your party guests, we've got you covered with our huge selection of cake recipes. From super cheesecakes to indulgent chocolate cakes and towering tiered cakes, we've got a cake recipe for every occasion.

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Start your Christmas prep early with this fabulous freeze-ahead chocolate and peppermint dessert. Combining the rich flavour of dark chocolate and refreshing mint, you’ll thank us later…

Peppermint cream parfait

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Just a pinch of spice is enough to bring this chocolate fudge cake up a notch, making the perfect sweet, warming treat

Spiced sweet potato chocolate fudge cake

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Think cheesecake is a summer dessert? Think again – this Bramley apple delight will warm any Autumn table

Apple, cinnamon and ginger cheesecake

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Upside down and peachy all over, this delicious cake has a hint of almond for a nutty flavour

Tinned peach upside-down cake

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Salted caramel chocolate cake

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Mojito drizzle cake

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This carrot cake has everything you know and love about the classic recipe but it's made with gluten-free self-raising flour so it is suitable for coeliacs.

Gluten-free carrot cake

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With light sponges, silky milk chocolate buttercream and glossy dark chocolate ganache, this decadent cake recipe is a chocolate lover's dream

Triple chocolate cake

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Chocolate cake

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When it comes to celebrating a special occasion, there is nothing better than tucking into a slice of classic chocolate cake. The ultimate indulgence, a rich, velvety ganache takes this dessert to the next level

Serves 8
45 mins
565 calories

Victoria sponge cake

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Named after Queen Victoria, this quintessentially British bake is simplicity at its best; sweet strawberry jam and pillowy soft cream, sandwiched between two light sponge cakes and a dusting of icing sugar

Serves 8
45 mins
443 calories

Fruity buttermilk pancakes

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Start the day with these fluffy fruit pancakes. Eggs and buttermilk are whisked into self raising flour, then the batter is sweetened with honey and blueberries. Swap the flour with wholemeal self raising flour for an extra healthy take.

Serves 4
15 mins
268 calories

Classic Christmas cake

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Get into the festive spirit by baking a show-stopping classic Christmas cake.

Serves 20
300 mins
406 calories

Rainbow cake

843

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This vibrant, six-tiered rainbow creation is a guaranteed showstopper

Serves 18
1 hr 20 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook
602 calories

Chocolate rice crispy cakes

753

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These gooey and crunchy marshmallow rice crispy cakes won’t just get the kids excited. With a chocolate topping, these bite size treats make a delicious after-dinner nibble or afternoon tea snack.

Serves 25
50 mins
131 calories

Carrot cake with walnuts

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Whatever the occasion, this carrot cake is sure to impress. With warming cinnamon, crunchy walnuts and velvety cream cheese frosting, it's a real winner.

Serves 10
115 mins
736 calories

American pancakes

580

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Classic American pancakes are stacked tall, fluffy and best served with a drizzle of maple syrup. This easy recipe ticks all those boxes - perfect for Pancake Day or a weekend brunch treat.

Serves 4
40 mins
379 calories

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