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Classic cheese scones
Indulge in some cheese scones for afternoon tea or as part of a picnic. They're also great served alongside soups and you can freeze them for later use
Salted caramel brownies
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Take indulgent, fudgy chocolate brownies to the next level with a layer of salted caramel running through the centre of each bite.
Ginger & white chocolate cake
Bake our sticky ginger cake in a bundt tin for the wow factor. Spiced with stem ginger and decorated with white chocolate icing, it's a real crowd pleaser
Double chocolate loaf cake
Chocolate and cake are two of our favourite things, so what's not to love about this indulgent cake?
Chocolate traybake
This American-style chocolate traybake is super-easy, can be prepared in advance and cuts into even portions. It's perfect for birthday parties or bake sales
Chocolate fairy cakes
Conjure smiles from family and friends with easy chocolate fairy cakes – they have a lovely light sponge and buttery icing
Easy caramel cake
Need to make a celebration cake at short notice? This foolproof, showstopping caramel cake uses storecupboard ingredients and is quick to whip up
Vegan carrot cake
Give free-from baking a go with this easy vegan sandwich cake – an indulgent carrot cake with coconut and cashew icing that everyone will want another slice of
Gluten-free scones
These gluten-free scones use simple substitutes to achieve a perfect fluffy texture. Add sultanas if you like and serve with oodles of jam and clotted cream
Lemon drizzle traybake
A classic British cake from Paul Hollywood, this zingy lemon drizzle slice is a simple traybake, made extra special with feather icing
Cherry bakewell cake
If you know someone who likes bakewell tart, then they will just love this cake – it’s full of almond flavour and sandwiched with cherry jam
Summer fruit drizzle cake
Sarah Cook’s scrummy cake is really easy and versatile – use whatever fruit you like, and you’ll make it again and again
Lemon thumbprint cookies
Make our citrussy cookies for an afternoon tea. You could make them look like fried eggs at Easter simply by dusting icing sugar around the edges
Blueberry bakewell muffins
These easy blueberry muffins have a delightfully jammy centre and crunchy crumble topping – a tasty treat for teatime or packed lunch
Elderflower crunch cake
Capture the essence of summer in this simple elderflower loaf cake with a crunchy drizzle. This easy bake is great for sharing
Spring bouquet traybake
Turn a simple traybake into a floral masterpiece with some clever piping – the perfect cake for a springtime gathering
Fudgy brownies
Indulge in these glorious brownies with a crispy top and soft, fudgy centre. They contain pretzels and nuts too, for added flavour and texture
Spiced apple cider cake
Add allspice, cloves and nutmeg to this apple cider cake for some autumnal warmth. Bramley apples are added to the sponge mix, and it's topped with crunchy pecans
Chocolate concrete cake
Indulge in these chocolate crunch squares whenever you need a sweet treat. They're lovely with a cup of tea or coffee
Celeriac & hazelnut muffins
Try something sweet made with celeriac. The nutty aniseed flavour in these moreish muffins works really well with the hazelnuts and soft cheese frosting
Cinnamon cashew flapjacks
Whip up a batch of these chewy, oaty flapjacks, packed with nuts, seeds and desiccated coconut - perfect as a afternoon pick-me-up
Red velvet brownies
Enjoy these festively red, rich and fudgy brownies swirled with a tangy cheesecake filling. They're perfect treat when you have guests over at Christmas
Pear & yogurt spelt cake
Make this cake with spelt flour – rich in fibre, it works well in bakes, providing nuttiness and subtle sweetness. Serve warm after a Sunday roast
Garden carrot cake
Get kids cooking in the kitchen and make our carrot cake topped with a garden-themed scene. Inspired by the book Peter Rabbit, children will love helping out