Old school traybake recipes

This simple traybake is inspired by one of our favourite brews - chai. Spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom, this moist coconut sponge is the perfect accompaniment to a cuppa

A fail-safe sponge that's easier than it looks - almonds and yoghurt keep it moist while its fruity decoration is suitably patriotic

Baking doesn't have to be complicated – this simple fruity traybake is ready in 45 minutes

This easy-to-make bake will keep somewhere cool in an airtight tin for up to two days

Parkin is a traditional ginger cake from Yorkshire, flavoured with syrupy molasses, oatmeal and warm spices. Bake it for Bonfire Night or an afternoon tea treat.

A moist, fruity cake which is perfect for an afternoon tea with friends

A classic British cake from Paul Hollywood, this zingy lemon drizzle slice is a simple traybake, made extra special with feather icing

This lovely crumbly bake won the under-11s category of our 20th birthday cake competition

Cut this tasty traybake into bars with a layer of fruit jam in the middle - swap for raspberry, blackberry or gooseberry if you prefer

Fill your cake tin with this simple banoffee traybake, bursting with banana, toffee and chocolate flavours. It's guaranteed to be a new family favourite

Bake an indulgent chocolate cake, then decorate with malted milk and vanilla buttercream along with seasonal chocolate toppings. This showstopping chocolate sponge makes a tasty centrepiece

The perfect summer pud for a lunch party, or treat with afternoon tea

One mixture all whizzed in the food processor makes the base and topping for this bake

This thrifty traybake sponge used canned fruit and coconut yogurt. Cut into squares and serve up at a party or cake sale

Marble cake is a classic childhood cooking memory. Whether using lurid colours for a psychedelic finish, or just chocolate and vanilla, it's a teatime treat

If you're looking for a slice with spice, try this deliciously moist and sticky ginger cake

Serve this hearty fruit sponge with a dollop of something creamy- it would also work with raspberries instead of plums