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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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 most popular thing to bake? ›

Some of the most popular baked goods are apple pie, chocolate chip cookies, cornbread, and banana bread.

What is the most popular bake sale item? ›

Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

If there's one baked good that's sure to steal the show, it's the classic chocolate chip cookie.

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 is the best food to bake? ›

  • Balsamic chicken bake.
  • Tuna pasta bake.
  • Creamy potato bake.
  • Spanish tuna pasta bake.
  • 30-minute chicken parmigiana bake.
  • Oven-baked mushroom risotto.
  • Baked chicken and sweet potato with chickpeas.
  • Layered vegetable bake.

What cake sells the most? ›

Some of the most popular cake flavors in America include chocolate, vanilla, red velvet, carrot, and lemon. These flavors are widely enjoyed and can be found in bakeries and homes across the country.

What to bake when selling a house? ›

Apple Pie & Fresh Baked Sweet Smelling Desserts

Again, security and comfort play on the senses. Apple pie with its subtle cinnamon undertones and sweetness reigns supreme on the scents that makes buyers' mouths water. There are fewer smells that say welcome home better than the scent of freshly baked apple pie.

What is usually sold in a bakery? ›

Bakeries are traditionally defined as a place where bread, cakes, pies, cookies, or any-flour based foods are baked and sold.

What baked goods do people like? ›

Historically, America's top ten favorite baked goods are:
  • Apple pie.
  • Chocolate chip cookies.
  • Bagels.
  • Cream puffs.
  • Cornbread.
  • Blueberry muffins.
  • Whoopie pie.
  • Red velvet cake.

What are 3 common foods a baker makes? ›

A baker can bake a wide variety of items, including bread, rolls, pies, cakes, cookies, pastries, donuts, and more. But pastry chefs usually specialize in desserts.

What is basic baking topics? ›

  • 2:1 The Function of Sugar in Baking.
  • 2:2 The Function of Flour in Baking.
  • 2:3 All About Gluten and its Role in Baking.
  • 2:4 All About Leavening.
  • 2:5 The Function of Eggs in Baking.
  • 2:6 The Function of Fat in Baking.
  • 2:7 Ingredient Temperature Guidelines for Baking.

Can a 12 year old bake? ›

Tween (ages 9–12 years)

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.

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.

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.

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