Our 10 most popular easy baking recipes (2024)

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by Malou Herkes

published on 17 May 2019

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Whether you’re seeking a simple afternoon bake, an easy-but-impressive showstopper or a throw-it-all-in cake recipe to satisfy a last-minute craving, these recipes are guaranteed to inspire you. From Mary Berry’s classic banana loaf, to three-ingredient brownies, to Nigella’sdecadent pavlova, there’s something here for everyone.

Nadiya Hussain’s Ginger and Almond Florentines

by Nadiya Hussain

from Nadiya Bakes

These crisp, chewy florentines are super easy to make, but look impressive enough to give as a gift. The ginger, orange, and almond flavour pairs beautifully with the melted dark and white chocolate.

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Nadiya Bakes

Nadiya Hussain

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Nadiya Bakes

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A collection of all new baking recipes accompanied by gorgeous photography

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Packed with cakes, pies, and puddings to warm the heart and lift the spirits

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Including mouthwatering savoury bakes as well as irresistible sweets

Banana Loaf

by Mary Berry

from Simple Cakes

This banana loaf recipe couldn’t be easier and is a wonderful way to use up those last overripe bananas in the fruit bowl. “The riper thebananasthe better”, says Mary.

From the book

Simple Cakes

Linda’s Lemon Drizzle Cake

by Mary McCartney

from Food

Think of tangy lemon syrup seeping into a freshlybaked lemon sponge and that’s exactly what this lemon drizzle recipe is all about. Perfect with a cup of tea in the afternoon.

From the book

Food

Blackberry Cake

by Miranda Gore Browne

from Bake Me a Cake as Fast as You Can

Make the most of blackberry season with this super-quick cake recipe. You can also swap in other berries depending on the time of year.

From the book

Bake Me a Cake as Fast as You Can

The Ultimate Millionaire’s Shortbread

by James Morton

from How Baking Works

James Morton has perfected millionaire’s shortbread: expect a simple, crumbly shortbread base, smooth, sweet caramel and a thick layer of chocolate on top.

Rick Stein’s Clementine, Almond and Olive Oil Cake

by Rick Stein

from Rick Stein: The Road to Mexico

Rick Stein’s gluten-free clementine cake is a true celebration of citrus. It’s made with olive oil and almond for a pleasantly dense and damp crumb.

From the book

Rick Stein: The Road to Mexico

Prodigious Pavlova

by Nigella Lawson

from Nigella Christmas

Nigella gives clear, straight-forward instructions to help you make the perfect meringue, or, as she calls it, “billowing, regally magnificent mega-meringue”. Dolloped with whipped cream, lychees and passionfruit and drizzled with raspberry sauce, this is a deceptively simple show-stopper.

From the book

Nigella Christmas

Malted Chocolate Cake

by Mary Berry

from Mary Berry’s Absolute Favourites

True to style, Mary Berry achieves perfection with this malted chocolate cake. According to Mary; “The malt extract gives a lovely creaminess to the sponge, while the malted chocolate flavour is echoed in the cake’s topping”.

From the book

Mary Berry’s Absolute Favourites

Nadiya Hussain’s Raspberry Ice Cream Cake

by Nadiya Hussain

from Nadiya’s Family Favourites

This is the ultimate summer crowd-pleaser from Nadiya Hussain; a light sponge, piled high with easy, homemade ice cream and fresh raspberries.

From the book

Nadiya’s Family Favourites

Three Ingredient Chocolate Praline Brownies

by Sarah Rainey

from Three Ingredient Baking

A Nutella lover’sdream, this easy recipe forperfectly gooey browniesuses just three ingredients: flour, eggs and Nutella. The key to this recipe is in the cooking time – keep an eye on it so it doesn’t set too solid in the oven. You want them a little bit wobbly for maximum squidge.

From the book

Three Ingredient Baking

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FAQs

What is the one big rule in baking? ›

You should never make substitutions for anything unless provided for by the recipe. For example, if the recipe calls for light brown sugar, don't sub it with honey. Some changes might seem small, but they can have a dramatic impact on the final product.

What is the best baked item to sell? ›

Top Selling Baked Goods
  • Apple pie.
  • Chocolate chip cookies.
  • Bagels.
  • Cream puffs.
  • Cornbread.
  • Blueberry muffins.
  • Whoopie pie.
  • Red velvet cake.

What are 10 examples of baked foods? ›

Bakery and baked goods categories like bars, breads (bagels, buns, rolls, biscuits and loaf breads), cookies, desserts (cakes, cheesecakes and pies), muffins, pizza, snack cakes, sweet goods (doughnuts, Danish, sweet rolls, cinnamon rolls and coffee cake) and tortillas.

What sells the most at a bake sale? ›

What sells best at bake sales? Cupcakes, brownies, and cookies are always winners, but any small, portable baked items are good bake sale ideas. Note that bake sale cookies, cupcakes, brownies, and muffins are easier to package and sell by the piece than are cakes and pies.

What are 3 common baking mistakes? ›

Here is a rundown of the 11 most common baking mistakes people make and how you can avoid them as best as possible.
  1. You Forget To Add A Key Ingredient. ...
  2. You Don't Measure Your Ingredients. ...
  3. You Open The Oven Far Too Often. ...
  4. You Use The Ingredients At The Wrong Temperature. ...
  5. You Don't Sift Your Dry Ingredients.

What is the golden rule in baking explain? ›

Basically, all you need to know about baking is that the longer you mix a dough or batter, the stronger the gluten, and the more gluten, the better the chew. But you don't want the same chew from a beautiful cake as you would a baguette, so you minimise the development of gluten by not over-working the dough or batter.

What goes first when baking? ›

BUT whether you are making cookies, muffins, cake, or pancakes, the general rule of baking is that dry ingredients should be combined together thoroughly in one bowl BEFORE you add the wet ingredients.

Is there still an easy bake oven? ›

The Truth About Easy Bake Ovens

The truth is that, while it is true that certain models of the classic oven are being discontinued, they are still available in many stores.

Is there anything like an easy bake oven? ›

Hands down, a toaster oven is a better choice all-around for beginner forays into the kitchen. True, it does get hot, and needs to be used by older children with adult supervision, but toaster ovens are significantly easier to use than an Easy-Bake.

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