Chocolate chip & pecan butternut bread

Love banana bread? You’ll love this butternut bread, which is really more of a cake. The squash provides sweetness while keeping the texture dense and squidgy

Peach & raspberry almond crumble cake

Enjoy the summery flavours of peach and raspberry in this gorgeous traybake. Cherries or rhubarb would also work well, but you can use whatever’s in season

Next level lemon drizzle

Take the humble lemon drizzle to new heights with this next level recipe. Whether it’s for a bake sale or celebration, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser

Spiced plum & coconut cake

Try this bake in the period between late summer and early autumn. Plums pair so well with coconut and spices. Serve warm with a dollop of yogurt or cream

Gluten-free chocolate & pear pudding cake

Impress guests with this squidgy flourless chocolate cake topped with juicy pears – it’s perfect as a dessert or an afternoon sweet treat

Carrot cake & cream cheese muffins

For a new twist on a favourite, try these carrot cake muffins, flavoured with warming spices and filled with a gooey soft cheese centre.

White chocolate ganache

Top your cakes with a silky white chocolate ganache, or use it to make truffles. Be sure to use good-quality chocolate for the best results

Pistachio cake

Try this light and fluffy pistachio cake, topped with sweet pistachio cream, fresh raspberries, crushed nuts and lime zest

Sticky ginger loaf cake

Enjoy a slice of sticky ginger cake with a cup of afternoon tea or take along to a coffee morning – it’s always a crowd-pleaser

Carrot & pineapple cake

Make this budget-friendly tropical cake with canned or fresh pineapple. If you’re using fresh, decorate with pineapple ‘flowers’ for the wow factor

Air-fryer lemon drizzle cake

Ever tried your air-fryer for baking? While it’s not ideal for perfectly even cakes, it’s great for a fuss-free loaf cake, like this lemon drizzle

German apple cake

Use your favourite eating apples to bake this traditional German apple cake. Enjoy it with afternoon tea or take to a coffee morning