The blueberries in this wonderfully soft, moist loaf cake become irresistibly juicy and tender with baking. For an extra treat, serve with a generous dollop of sour cream. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 170 g/6 oz butter, at room temperature 140 g/5 oz caster sugar 2 large eggs 175 ml/6 fl oz sour cream 230 g/8 oz…
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This melt-in-the-mouth cake with its soft, mousselike centre is a truly decadent treat. Serve it with a cup of coffee when you need a pick-me-up or savour it for dessert. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 260 g/9 oz dark chocolate 170 g/6 oz butter, diced 200 g/7 oz caster sugar 3 large eggs 70 g/2½ oz plain…
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This log-shaped cake with a spiral of jam in its center is a real family favorite. This version includes fresh raspberries for an extra fruity, juicy treat. It is best served on the day it is made. Ingredients: (Serves 8-10) 3 eggs 140 g/5 oz caster sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 60 g/2 oz self-raising…
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Rich and indulgent, this dark chocolate cake with its even darker icing is the ultimate cake for hardened chocoholics! Ingredients: (Serves 8) For the cake: 140 g/5 oz dark chocolate, chopped 220 g/8 oz butter, diced 400 g/12 oz caster sugar 240 ml/8 fl oz milk 2 tablespoons instant coffee 2 eggs 150 g/5 oz…
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The antithesis of an angel food cake with its dark layers of chocolate sponge cake and creamy icing, this cake is another classic that shouldn’t be missed. Ingredients: (Serves 8-10) For the cake: 170 g/6 oz butter 240 g/8 oz caster sugar 80 g/3 oz unsweetened cocoa powder 300 ml/11 fl oz milk 3 eggs…
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This classic cake is light and citrussy – great served with tea or coffee. Ingredients: (Serves8-10) For the cake: 170 g/6 oz butter at room temperature 140 g/5 oz caster sugar Finely grated zest of 1½ oranges 3 eggs 175 g/6 oz self-raising flour 2½ tablespoon poppyseeds For the icing: 2 oranges 260 g/9 oz…
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This simple two-tone cake is always a favorite with children who love the marbled effect when the cake is sliced. This version, topped with creamy icing and chocolate chips, makes it even more appealing. Ingredients: (Serves 8) For the cake: 170 g/6 oz butter, at room temperature 140 g/5 oz caster sugar 3 eggs 140…
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This is the classic whisked sponge cake, and although the method sounds tricky, it’s actually very simple. To enjoy it at its best, serve it on the day you make it. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 3 eggs 60 g/2 oz caster sugar 60 g/2 oz self-raising flour, sifted 3 tablespoons melted butter 320 ml/12 fl oz…
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