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Easy baking recipes

Whether you're a baking novice that's keen to hone your skills or a star baker looking for a hassle-free treat, our inspiring collection of easy baking recipes are simple to make, delicious to eat and guaranteed to wow your guests.

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Make-ahead breakfast cookies
Make-ahead breakfast cookies
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Vegan chocolate chip cookies
Vegan chocolate chip cookies
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Madeira loaf cake
Madeira loaf cake
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Fruit scones
Fruit scones
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Chocolate muffins
Chocolate muffins
2
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Chocolate loaf cake
Chocolate loaf cake
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Lemon loaf cake
Lemon loaf cake
12
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Goat's cheese, spinach and herb mini muffins
Goat's cheese, spinach and herb mini muffins
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Ginger nut biscuits
Ginger nut biscuits
157
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Cherry and thyme galettes
Cherry and thyme galettes
4
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Strawberry blondies
Strawberry blondies
97
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Chocolate orange cupcakes
Chocolate orange cupcakes
36
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Peanut butter and chocolate thumbprint cookies
Peanut butter and chocolate thumbprint cookies
5
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Apple 'rose' custard tart
Apple 'rose' custard tart
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Lemon and elderflower shortbread sandwiches
Lemon and elderflower shortbread sandwiches
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Apple crumble
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Make the most of your cooking apples and bake them up into a delicious crumble. A classically comforting British bake, it features juicy Bramleys and an oaty topping
  • Serves 4
  • 60 mins
  • 335 calories
Victoria sponge cake
2034
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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
Chocolate cake
2009
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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
Flapjacks
1911
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These classic chewy flapjacks are studded with crunchy seeds, juicy apricots and sultanas – perfect for snacking on-the-go or for an after-school treat.
  • Serves Makes 16
  • 30 mins
  • 165 calories
Strawberry cheesecake tarts
1269
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Need something sweet but don’t want to cook? These strawberry cheesecake tarts are the answer. With a crumbly ginger biscuit base, Greek yogurt and soft cheese filling with strawberries and jam on top, these fruity treats are pure indulgence.
  • Serves 4
  • 20mins to prepare, 5mins to cook and 25mins to cool
  • 563 calories
Chocolate orange soufflé
1152
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soufflés have a reputation for being tricky but it needn't be so with this easy to follow and delicious recipe
  • Serves 8
  • 10mins to prepare and 30mins to cook
  • 298 calories
Giant chocolate chip cookie
688
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It's time to supersize your bake with this giant chocolate chip cookie recipe. Instead of rolling individual bakes, simply press the cookie dough into one large dough studded with an irresistible combination of melting milk, dark and white chocolate.
  • Serves 12
  • 30 mins
  • 238 calories
Vegan Victoria sponge
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Victoria sponge gets a vegan makeover. This gorgeous cake contains no eggs or dairy and is filled with vegan vanilla buttercream and strawberry jam. An decadent treat, that is much less indulgent than it seems.
  • Serves 12
  • 65 mins
  • 433 calories
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