Cake

This classic all-in-one chocolate cake is one of those recipes you turn to again and again. It has a soft, even crumb, a rich chocolate flavour without being heavy, and a light cocoa sponge that stays moist for days. The method is wonderfully straightforward, making it ideal for beginners, yet reliable enough for confident bakers. …

This classic Mary Berry chocolate sponge cake is light, soft, and beautifully chocolatey without being heavy. The sponge has a tender crumb, a gentle cocoa richness, and pairs perfectly with a simple chocolate filling or buttercream. It is an easy, reliable bake suitable for beginners and confident home bakers alike. From start to finish, it …

This Mary Berry chocolate birthday cake is a timeless celebration cake with a soft, moist sponge and a rich chocolate flavour that feels special without being heavy. The texture is light yet indulgent, perfect for layering with a smooth chocolate buttercream and finishing simply or extravagantly for a party. It is an easy to moderate …

This Mary Berry Chocolate Fudge Cake is a rich, indulgent classic with a soft, moist sponge and a smooth, deeply chocolatey fudge icing. The texture is tender yet sturdy enough to layer, while the flavour is full and comforting without being overly sweet. It is a straightforward bake suitable for confident beginners and experienced home …

These raspberry and white chocolate scones are tender, lightly crumbed, and studded with pockets of melting chocolate and juicy fruit. They have a gentle sweetness balanced by the freshness of raspberries, making them perfect for afternoon tea or a relaxed weekend bake. This is an easy, forgiving recipe suitable for beginners, with a total time …

These blue cheese scones are rich, savoury, and beautifully tender, with a golden crust and a soft, flaky centre. The sharpness of the blue cheese melts into the dough, giving each bite a deep, rounded flavour that feels both comforting and grown up. This is an easy bake that suits confident beginners and experienced bakers …

These treacle scones are soft, lightly spiced, and beautifully dark with a deep, comforting sweetness. They have a tender crumb with crisp edges and a gentle chew, perfect for splitting warm and spreading with butter. This is an easy, forgiving bake that suits beginners well and comes together quickly. From start to finish, you will …

These cheese and bacon scones are everything you want from a savoury bake. Light and crumbly inside with a golden crust, they are packed with mature Cheddar and smoky bacon for real depth of flavour. This is an easy, reliable recipe suitable for beginners, and it comes together quickly with minimal fuss. From start to …

These rhubarb and ginger scones are a lovely twist on a classic buttermilk scone, offering a soft, fluffy crumb with pockets of sharp rhubarb and gentle warmth from stem ginger. They are lightly sweet, beautifully balanced, and simple enough for confident beginners while still feeling special. The texture is tender rather than crumbly, and the …

These wholesome wholemeal scones are a comforting twist on the classic Mary Berry style bake, made light and tender with buttermilk and full of gentle nutty flavour. They have a soft, slightly crumbly texture with just enough richness to feel indulgent without being heavy. This is an easy, reliable recipe suitable for beginners, perfect for …