A cross between banana bread and a drizzle cake, this easy banana loaf recipe is a quick bake that can be frozen. It's great for using up overripe bananas, too.
The perfect party cake, a Victoria sponge is a traditional bake everyone will love. Makes an easy wedding cake, too
You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests
Transform a classic lemon drizzle cake into a self-saucing pud for a cheap, comforting dessert. Serve with cream or custard
Light, fluffy and fruity, these pancakes are an American classic. Serve them stacked high with syrup and extra fruit
Hidden rice puffs give reader Pamela Johnson's butterscotch chocolate chip biscuits a good crunch
A low-fat muffin that tastes as good as it looks - they'll keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to a month
Perfect for a bake sale, kid's party or sweet afternoon snack, these iced cupcakes are the simplest sponges around and can be decorated as you like
Eloise Shardlow creates a delicate, floral twist on the classic sponge cake. Dried rose petals, rose icing and raspberries make for a showstopping decoration
Easy, American-style, fluffy pancakes are great for feeding a crowd at breakfast or brunch. Top with something sweet like fruit, jam or syrup, or rashers of crispy bacon.
Top this citrussy sponge with lemon icing and candied peel. Greek yogurt creates a cake that's extra moist and tangy, for an irresistible teatime treat
Delight friends with an afternoon tea that includes this easy carrot cake. You can bake the cake, freeze it and just drizzle over the icing on the day
If you’ve got a spare half-an-hour, whip up these easy muffins and freeze them for when you need them
Indulge yourself with this ultimate chocolate cake recipe that is beautifully moist, rich and fudgy. Perfect for a celebration or an afternoon tea
A stunning cake that will fast become a failsafe option for any event
These sweet banana cakes are lovely and simple to make for a bake sale or children's party
If you like American-style cookies, you’ll love these pale, chewy delights. Plus, they can be baked from frozen
This simple almondy cake is a great way of using up pick-your-own raspberries
A simple baked version of this classic childhood pudding, with a zesty treacle sauce forming an irresistible puddle at the bottom
This easy summer bake made by adding dots of cheesecake mix to almond sponge along with chunks of fruit is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser
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
Cherry and almond is a heavenly combination. This fruity dessert has a sponge top and crunchy finish. Serve with plenty of custard
