Cake

This upside-down apple cake is a comforting, homely bake with soft sponge and a glossy caramelised apple topping. The texture is light yet buttery, with gently cooked apples that add sweetness and moisture to every slice. It is an easy, reliable recipe suitable for beginners, but polished enough for afternoon tea. From start to finish, …

This classic apple and blackberry cake is a wonderfully comforting bake, perfect for using up seasonal fruit. The sponge is soft and lightly spiced, with tender apples and bursts of sharp blackberry running through every slice. It is an easy, unfussy cake that suits beginner bakers just as well as experienced ones. From start to …

This old fashioned apple cake is a comforting, home-style bake that feels straight out of a country kitchen. Soft, lightly spiced sponge surrounds tender chunks of apple, giving a moist crumb with a gentle sweetness. It is an easy, no-fuss cake that suits beginners perfectly and needs no special equipment. From start to finish, you …

This Dutch apple cake is a comforting, homely bake with a soft vanilla sponge, tender spiced apples, and a crisp cinnamon crumble topping. It is lightly sweet, gently spiced, and perfect with a cup of tea. The recipe is straightforward and well suited to beginner bakers, yet delivers bakery-style results every time. From start to …

This all in one apple cake is a wonderfully simple bake that delivers soft sponge, gentle spice, and pockets of tender apple in every slice. It has a moist, light texture with a comforting buttery flavour, making it perfect for everyday baking or afternoon tea. The method is straightforward and beginner friendly, with everything mixed …

This apple and almond cake is a beautifully moist, lightly textured bake with a gentle nutty flavour and soft pieces of apple throughout. It is simple enough for a relaxed afternoon bake, yet elegant enough to serve to guests with tea or dessert. The ground almonds keep the sponge tender, while the apples add freshness …

This classic Dorset apple cake is a gently spiced, fruit-filled bake with a soft crumb and a golden, lightly crisp top. The flavour is buttery and warm, with tender apples running through every slice. It is an easy, dependable cake that suits confident beginners and experienced bakers alike. From start to finish, it takes about …

This Mary Berry apple and cinnamon cake is a comforting, homely bake with a soft, moist crumb and gentle warming spice. Studded with tender apples and scented with cinnamon, it is simple enough for beginners yet rewarding enough for experienced home bakers. The cake is lightly sweet, beautifully balanced, and perfect with a cup of …

This comforting chicken and leek casserole is a true British classic, gently cooked until the chicken is tender and the sauce is rich and creamy. It has a soft, velvety texture with delicate savoury flavours that feel both homely and elegant. The recipe is straightforward and ideal for confident beginners or relaxed weekend cooking. From …

This classic sticky toffee pudding is soft, deeply comforting, and soaked in a rich toffee sauce that seeps into every bite. Made with chopped dates and finished with a glossy caramel-style sauce, it has a light sponge texture with a wonderfully sticky finish. It is a straightforward bake, ideal for confident beginners and experienced home …