Easy cake recipes
Want a freshly baked cake but haven't got the time for anything too technical? Here are ten easy-bake recipes that save time but don't skimp on taste.
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Victoria Sponge Cake
Feather light and a fabulous filling mean Paul Hollywood's easy to make, classic sponge cake recipe is sure to become a favourite
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Parkin
Simple to prepare, James Martin's unusual but deliciously sticky parkin makes a supremely satisfying snack
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Chocolate Cake
Gioconda Scott's rich and tipsy chocolate cake, flavoured with lashings of brandy is nice and easy
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Carrot Cake
Home baking without effort - this easy carrot cake by Roopa Gulati is flecked with chopped walnuts and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting
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Dutch apple cake
Rachel Allen’s recipe is an old favourite – the apples sink to the bottom as it cooks, leaving a light sponge with a crisp sugary crust
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Banana cake
Andi Peters’ favourite afternoon temptation is simple to whip up and comes in at only 87p per serving
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Orkney fudge cheesecake
Sue Lawrence naughty no-cook cheesecake has a smooth cream cheese topping flecked with chewy chunks of fudge, piled on an oaty biscuit base
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