Easter baking recipes

This teatime treat is a cross between a fruity spring-like simnel cake and a bakewell tart – great with a cuppa

Give this celebration sponge a showstopping finish by piping spikes of ganache on top and filling with salted caramel butter icing

Follow our recipe for classic hot cross buns (see 'goes well with' below), then throw chunks of milk, dark and white chocolate into the mix for added decadence

Puréed fruit imparts much of the colouring in this rosy hued cake, that combines raspberries, cocoa and a good helping of cream cheese frosting

This delicate tonka bean and orange-infused panna cotta pairs beautifully with vibrant pink forced rhubarb - the perfect dessert if you want to impress

This easy twist on the classic fruit sponge makes plenty of squares - all decorated with marzipan eggs

Use up your leftover fruit buns in this sumptuous spin on traditional bread and butter pudding - a great spring bake

These easy chocolate nests are the perfect Easter treat. They're simple enough for kids to get involved and they need just three ingredients

A crispy treat specially for Easter that kids will love to make during the school holidays

Bored of buns? Try these cute cookies instead - sure to become a family favourite

What's better than a chocolate cheesecake? A double chocolate Easter cheesecake with a crunchy bourbon biscuit base and topped with creme eggs

These little Simnel cakes are really almondy, with pieces of marzipan in the mix - and they look gorgeous

Make the most of the long Easter weekend and fill the house with the smell of spiced buns baking

You've got all bases covered with white, milk and dark chocolate in these American-style cookies, best enjoyed warm with a cold glass of milk

A quick Easter tart perfect for friends and family

A delight at any time, but especially when strewn with chocolate eggs for Easter

A chocolatey tea-time treat that kids will love to help out with

Try saying no to these little sponges with frosting and clever bird decoration made with chocolate eggs

Follow our recipe for classic hot cross buns (see 'goes well with' below), then add cheddar and chilli for a grown-up twist. Eat warm with butter, or enjoy as a side to soup

Use up those mini Easter eggs – if you’ve got any left, that is – with these moreish rocky road cheesecake bars. Use whatever nuts, biscuits and dried fruit you have in the cupboards

Everyone loves a Danish pastry, especially when it’s chocolaty and big enough to share

A new twist on a traditional recipe and perfect for getting the kids involved in the festivities

This light, easy-to-make brioche will keep for two days, and is delicious with apricot jam.

The whole family will love this fruity, spiced Easter bake - get the kids in the kitchen to help mixing, kneading and glazing