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Happy marriage cake

Crumble recipes

Happy marriage cake

A traditional Icelandic recipe that uses tart rhubarb jam, muscovado and oats in this cake come crumble recipe.

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Lemon drizzle bundt cake

Bundt cake recipes

Lemon drizzle bundt cake

Try our updated version of the classic lemon drizzle cake. Our scrumptious bundt cake recipe is packed with flavour and perfect for afternoon tea.

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Pineapple upside-down cake

Upside-down cake recipes

Pineapple upside-down cake

Serve this comforting, retro pineapple upside-down cake recipe for afternoon tea, or maybe a 70s-themed dinner... Get the mirror ball out!

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Chocolate orange tea loaf

Chocolate orange recipes

Chocolate orange tea loaf

This chocolate orange tea loaf is inspired by the jaffa cake – it captures that wonderful mix of marmalade, dark chocolate and sponge.

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Chocolate and coffee swiss roll

Make-ahead Christmas dessert recipes

Chocolate and coffee swiss roll

This chocolate and coffee swiss roll recipe has been updated with a generous splash of coffee added in to the cream filling.

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Lemon and pistachio battenberg

Afternoon tea recipes

Lemon and pistachio battenberg

This battenberg cake recipe swaps traditional pink and white squares for lemon and pistachio flavoured green and yellow squares.

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Spiced honey cake

Classic cake recipes

Spiced honey cake

Bake this moist gingerbread-like cake recipe. It keeps well for a day or two (although you probably won't be able to resist it for that long!)

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Orange and almond Victoria sponge cake

Mother's Day recipes

Orange and almond Victoria sponge cake

Try serving our orange and almond twist on the traditional Victoria sponge cake at your next afternoon tea or as a Mother's Day treat.

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Date and ginger cake with caramel glaze

Loaf cake recipes

Date and ginger cake with caramel glaze

This indulgent date and ginger loaf cake is topped with a rich, glossy golden caramel glaze. Serve a slice with your afternoon tea or coffee.

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Sticky apple and gingerbread pecan loaf cake

Christmas baking recipes

Sticky apple and gingerbread pecan loaf cake

Warming spices of cinnamon and ginger pair perfectly with apples and pecans in this easy loaf recipe. Delicious hot or cold, especially with mascarpone.

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Classic Victoria sponge recipe

Classic cake recipes

Classic Victoria sponge recipe

This classic Victoria sponge cake recipe can form the basis of many birthday cakes and is a quintessential part of afternoon tea.

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Simple chocolate cake

Chocolate cake recipes

Simple chocolate cake

An easy and foolproof chocolate sandwich cake recipe. You could fill it with whipped cream and jam instead of chocolate icing.

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Classic sponge cake

Classic cake recipes

Classic sponge cake

Use our classic sponge cake recipe as the base of any celebration cake. We've added a lovely, sharp passionfruit filling to this sponge.

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Coffee cake with tiramisu cream

Classic cake recipes

Coffee cake with tiramisu cream

A decadent coffee cake recipe is strictly for the grown-ups and is perfect for a lazy afternoon with friends and a large pot of tea.

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Dorset apple cake

September seasonal recipes

Dorset apple cake

This Dorset apple cake recipe is made with Bramley apples and ground almonds to create a moist and incredibly moreish bake. Best served with clotted cream.

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Cherry and almond loaf

Loaf cake recipes

Cherry and almond loaf

This delectable cherry and almond loaf cake is an old-school afternoon treat that's just begging to be enjoyed with a cup of tea.

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