Easy baking recipes (2024)

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    Classic cheese scones

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.369 ratings

    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

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Salted caramel brownies

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.290 ratings

    Take indulgent, fudgy chocolate brownies to the next level with a layer of salted caramel running through the centre of each bite.

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
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    The Good Food dunker

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    Which biscuit is the ultimate dunker? Introducing our shortbread sandwich with malty vanilla buttercream filling – it withstands an impressive seven dunks!

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
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    Ginger & white chocolate cake

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.27 ratings

    Bake our sticky ginger cake in a bundt tin for the wow factor. Spiced with stem ginger and decorated with white chocolate icing, it's a real crowd pleaser

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
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    Double chocolate loaf cake

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.332 ratings

    Chocolate and cake are two of our favourite things, so what's not to love about this indulgent cake?

    • 1 hr 20 mins
    • Easy
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    Raspberry & rose marble cake

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Impress friends and family with a pretty marbled raspberry cake – enjoy with syrupy, rose-macerated raspberries and crème fraîche

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Chocolate traybake

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.39 ratings

    This American-style chocolate traybake is super-easy, can be prepared in advance and cuts into even portions. It's perfect for birthday parties or bake sales

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Chocolate fairy cakes

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.17 ratings

    Conjure smiles from family and friends with easy chocolate fairy cakes – they have a lovely light sponge and buttery icing

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Easy caramel cake

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.89 ratings

    Need to make a celebration cake at short notice? This foolproof, showstopping caramel cake uses storecupboard ingredients and is quick to whip up

    • 1 hr
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Vegan carrot cake

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.34 ratings

    Give free-from baking a go with this easy vegan sandwich cake – an indulgent carrot cake with coconut and cashew icing that everyone will want another slice of

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegan
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    Brazil nut & chocolate flapjacks

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    Combine creamy brazil nuts with rich dark chocolate in these oaty teatime treats. The cherries are optional, but they do add fruity sweetness

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Lemon drizzle traybake

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.137 ratings

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

    • 55 mins
    • Easy
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    Cherry bakewell cake

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.279 ratings

    If you know someone who likes bakewell tart, then they will just love this cake – it’s full of almond flavour and sandwiched with cherry jam

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
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    Summer fruit drizzle cake

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.140 ratings

    Sarah Cook’s scrummy cake is really easy and versatile – use whatever fruit you like, and you’ll make it again and again

    • 1 hr 15 mins
    • Easy
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    Lemon thumbprint cookies

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Make our citrussy cookies for an afternoon tea. You could make them look like fried eggs at Easter simply by dusting icing sugar around the edges

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Blueberry bakewell muffins

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.26 ratings

    These easy blueberry muffins have a delightfully jammy centre and crunchy crumble topping – a tasty treat for teatime or packed lunch

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
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    Elderflower crunch cake

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.29 ratings

    Capture the essence of summer in this simple elderflower loaf cake with a crunchy drizzle. This easy bake is great for sharing

    • 1 hr 10 mins
    • Easy
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    Spring bouquet traybake

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    Turn a simple traybake into a floral masterpiece with some clever piping – the perfect cake for a springtime gathering

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Fudgy brownies

    A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.7 ratings

    Indulge in these glorious brownies with a crispy top and soft, fudgy centre. They contain pretzels and nuts too, for added flavour and texture

    • 55 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Spiced apple cider cake

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.8 ratings

    Add allspice, cloves and nutmeg to this apple cider cake for some autumnal warmth. Bramley apples are added to the sponge mix, and it's topped with crunchy pecans

    • 1 hr 30 mins
    • Easy
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    Chocolate concrete cake

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.17 ratings

    Indulge in these chocolate crunch squares whenever you need a sweet treat. They're lovely with a cup of tea or coffee

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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    Celeriac & hazelnut muffins

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Try something sweet made with celeriac. The nutty aniseed flavour in these moreish muffins works really well with the hazelnuts and soft cheese frosting

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
Easy baking recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is the easiest thing to bake? ›

All Easy Baking Ideas
  • Banana Bread. Recipe | Courtesy of Mary Sue Milliken|Susan Feniger. ...
  • Sugar Cookies. Recipe | Courtesy of Alton Brown. ...
  • Crispy-Cakey Chocolate Chip Cookies. Recipe | Courtesy of Food Network Kitchen. ...
  • Twice-Baked Potatoes. ...
  • Banana Walnut Bread. ...
  • Shortbread Cookies. ...
  • Banana Bread. ...
  • Classic Deviled Eggs.

What should a beginner bake first? ›

12 Recipes Every Beginner Baker Should Know
  1. 01 of 12. Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies. ...
  2. 02 of 12. Brown Sugar Cake with Ricotta and Blueberries. ...
  3. 03 of 12. Blueberry Muffins with Crumb Topping. ...
  4. 04 of 12. Buttery Vanilla Shortbread. ...
  5. 05 of 12. German Chocolate Cake. ...
  6. 06 of 12. Golden Cupcakes. ...
  7. 07 of 12. ...
  8. 08 of 12.
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Can a 12 year old bake? ›

Tween (ages 9–12 years)

Older kids can handle more complicated tasks, such as using an electric mixer or food processor, as well as putting food into the oven. This is a great age for longer baking projects, like baking bread from scratch or making and decorating a birthday cake with homemade frosting and fancy piping.

What is the most common thing baked? ›

The most common baked item is bread but many other types of foods are baked as well.

What is the first rule of baking? ›

Measure and Prep All The Ingredients Before Beginning

Some people may be able to improvise on this, but I wouldn't count on it. If you don't measure and prepare everything before putting your recipe together, you run the risk of destroying your recipe by trying to wing it as you go.

How to start baking as a hobby? ›

It's best to start small: start with a simple recipe and don't try to do too much at once. You can gradually improve your skills and learn more and more as time goes by. Simple muffin recipes, for example, are a good place to start. Attend a baking class: you can learn the basics and get many useful tips.

How do you cook if you're lazy? ›

7 Easy Cooking Tips for Lazy People
  1. Stock your pantry with the basics. ...
  2. Stock up on frozen ingredients. ...
  3. Cook an extra batch of food. ...
  4. Have freezer-friendly containers and bags handy. ...
  5. Master a few one-pot meals. ...
  6. Roast your meals. ...
  7. Invest in the right kitchen helper. ...
  8. 6 Beginner's Recipes you can make with a Kitchen Machine.

Can baking help ADHD? ›

Baking soothes & sets the stage for children to open up without feeling like they are being put under a spotlight. I call it 'Kitchen Therapy'.

What to bake when you have nothing to bake? ›

  1. Lemon Slice. Cafe-style lemon slice.
  2. Easy-mix butter cake. An all-in-one bowl mix. ...
  3. Red velvet cake. A rich, moist, sweet cake with a dark red colour.
  4. Simple chocolate cupcakes. Simple, yet really delicious chocolate cupcakes. ...
  5. Basic baked cheesecake. ...
  6. Mars Bar Slice. ...
  7. Lemon custard magic cake. ...
  8. White Chocolate and Raspberry Slice.

Can you bake with a 2 year old? ›

When can you start baking with toddlers? Toddlers are ready to join you in the kitchen as early as about 18 months of age. You can start small, giving them easy tasks like whisking the flour and stirring the batter. As they grow older and gain more experience with baking, they can be given more responsibilities.

What age can kids help bake? ›

Children Five to Seven Years Old

Easy to find, there are many kid-safe kitchen tools on the market that are sharp enough to cut food, and gentle enough to avoid accidents. Kneading bread, cracking eggs and shaping dough are all baking tasks that your child may be ready for at this age.

Which is easier cooking or baking? ›

Baking isn't necessarily harder than cooking. It really comes down to your preferences in the kitchen. If you enjoy precision and consistency, then you may find baking to be easier for you. But if you enjoy flexibility and creative freedom in your dishes, you might find that cooking comes more naturally to you.

What does every beginner baker need? ›

Top 10 Baking Essentials for Beginners
  • Measuring Spoons. Baking is an exact science and so you need to make sure you have the exact quantities as called for in the recipe.
  • Measuring Cups. ...
  • Rolling Pin. ...
  • Parchment Paper. ...
  • 8" Cake Tin. ...
  • Loaf Tin. ...
  • Cookie Cutters. ...
  • Cooling Rack.

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