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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Spiced brioche bread and butter pudding

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Blueberry muffins

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Coconut party rings

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Goat's cheese, spinach and herb mini muffins

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Orange and cinnamon scones

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Vegan chocolate cake

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Cannellini bean, raspberry and spelt blondies

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Ginger nut biscuits

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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

Flapjacks

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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

Victoria sponge cake

1430

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Named after Queen Victoria, this quintessentially British bake is simplicity at it’s 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

Strawberry cheesecake tarts

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Season's best strawberry cheesecake tarts

Serves 4
20mins to prepare, 5mins to cook and 25mins to cool
563 calories

Chocolate orange soufflé

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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

Chocolate cake

869

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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

Chocolate cupcakes

331

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These decadent chocolate cupcakes are the perfect easy bake for a chocolate-lover. With a towering swirl of chocolate buttercream on top of fluffy chocolate sponge, they are the perfect treat for a party, bake sale, or just to have with a cup of tea.

Serves 12
20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook, plus 1 hour cooling
340 calories