Desserts

This Mary Berry coffee and walnut traybake is a soft, evenly baked sponge with a deep coffee flavour and a gentle crunch from chopped walnuts. The texture is light yet moist, finished with a smooth coffee buttercream that keeps every slice rich but balanced. It is an easy, reliable bake that suits beginners and experienced …

This classic apple cake traybake is soft, moist, and gently spiced, with tender pieces of apple running through every slice. It has a light sponge texture, a comforting buttery flavour, and just the right level of sweetness. The recipe is straightforward and beginner friendly, making it ideal for everyday baking or sharing with family. From …

These chocolate orange brownies are rich, fudgy, and deeply chocolatey, with a gentle citrus lift that keeps every bite balanced. The texture sits perfectly between soft and dense, with a glossy top and a moist centre. This is an easy, reliable bake that suits both confident bakers and complete beginners. From start to finish, you …

These Mary Berry brownies are wonderfully rich, deeply chocolatey, and irresistibly fudgy in the middle. Made with just six everyday ingredients, they are simple enough for beginners yet deliver bakery-quality results every time. The texture is soft with a delicate crust on top, and the flavour is pure chocolate without being overly sweet. From start …

This Devonshire apple cake is a gently spiced, fruit-rich bake with a soft, moist crumb and a lightly golden top. It is packed with tender apples and finished with a subtle crunch that makes every slice comforting and familiar. The recipe is straightforward and ideal for beginner bakers who want reliable results. Total time is …

This classic apple cake is soft, moist, and gently spiced, with tender pieces of apple running through every slice. It is an easy, dependable bake that suits confident beginners and experienced home bakers alike. The texture is light yet comforting, with a delicate sweetness that never feels heavy. From start to finish, it comes together …

This comforting chicken and herb casserole is a classic, gently flavoured dish inspired by Mary Berry’s simple, dependable style of home cooking. Tender chicken is slowly cooked in a light, savoury sauce with fresh herbs, resulting in a dish that is soft, warming, and full of natural flavour. It is an easy, fuss-free recipe suitable …

This elegant raspberry pavlova is a classic show-stopping dessert with a crisp shell, soft marshmallow centre, and a light, creamy topping. The sweetness of the meringue pairs beautifully with sharp raspberries, making it fresh and perfectly balanced. It looks impressive but is surprisingly straightforward, even for beginner bakers. Allow around 1 hour 30 minutes in …

This elegant pear pavlova is a beautiful dessert with a crisp shell, marshmallow-soft centre, and a generous topping of softly whipped cream and tender pears. Light, fresh, and not overly sweet, it is the perfect finale to a special meal. Although it looks impressive, the method is straightforward and well within reach of any confident …

This Cranachan Pavlova is a light yet indulgent dessert inspired by the classic Scottish cranachan. Crisp on the outside, marshmallow-soft in the centre, it is topped with softly whipped cream, fresh raspberries, toasted oats, and a gentle drizzle of whisky honey. While it looks impressive, the method is straightforward and well within reach of a …