Is there anything better than a scrumptious chocolate cheesecake covered in fresh berries? The same cheesecake with no baking required is definitely one step better.

Kids will love these fun spotty chocolate cakes, ideal for a party.

The clever toppings for this cake can be whatever you can make or buy – there are many excellent cake shops selling decorations during October.

Makes about 20 Note

Makes 12 Note

Use any regular eating chocolate in these recipes, rather than cooking chocolate. Note

Impress your friends with this delightful chocolate Swiss roll recipe with fresh raspberries and cream. This dessert is easy once you build up the courage to roll it!

With its moist fudgy interior, this flourless chocolate torte topped with freshly whipped cream and berries is an indulgent and delicious dessert for all those chocolate lovers.

If you can’t-find pecan meal, make it yourself by processing 1 cup pecans until very finely chopped. Note

Chill honey syrup until same temperature as cream mixture. Reheat the syrup to serve in microwave. Note

You could use a combination of orange and lemon juice for this cake. The cake is cooked when a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean and dry. Note

To scald milk, heat until it’s just about to boil, remove from heat. It’s important to beat your egg whites just before folding into the mixture; bake immediately. Note

If preferred, you can use buttermilk or natural yoghurt in place of sour cream. Store in an airtight container. This cake also freezes well. Makes 12 Note

Makes 12 To freshen, heat one at a time In the microwave area on high (100%) power for 10 seconds Use a small tea strainer for dusting icing sugar over. Note

makes about 20 Note

When cutting tops off cakes, make a small recess to allow for the cream. Note

Brought to you by Woman�s Day, this moist fruit and nut loaf drizzled with sweet caramel icing and packed with pecans makes the perfect afternoon treat for any special occasion.

Use any glace fruit of choice, about 1/2 cup chopped fruit and 2 tablespoons blanched almonds. Note

Other dried fruit may be used in place of glace cherries, if preferred. Note

You need about 3/4 cup drained crushed pineapple. Note

If liked, chop a kiwifruit and blend it into the cake mixture. This cake freezes well. Note

To “fold” means to mix liquid or dry ingredients with a gentle lifting motion, rather than beating vigorously. This helps produce a tender cake. Note

You could also use fresh or frozen mango in this recipe. This cake can be served with thick cream or ice-cream. Note

Crush biscuits in a food processor, or in a plastic bag using a rolling pin. It is imperative to beat the softened cream cheese well, to ensure a smooth end result. Gelatine and cream-cheese mixture should be combined when they are at a similar temperature, to prevent lumps forming. Note

Test cake is cooked by touching the top lightly with your fingertip. It will spring back if ready. Or, insert a skewer into the centre of the cake; if it comes out clean and dry, the cake is cooked. Note

Use colours and decorations of choice. Use a little butter cream to adhere cake to board. Note

To toast coconut, toss in a dry frying pan over a medium heat until golden, then remove from pan. Note

You need 1 1/4 cups of orange juice for this recipe.You could also use prepared orange juice and omit the zest. Note

makes 12 Note

Place icing in a bowl over another bowl of hot water to prevent any lumps from forming. This icing is quite runny, so allow it to drizzle over the sides of the cake. Note

These soft and spicy ginger treats deserve to be rediscovered.

You can substitute any other well-drained canned fruit for the pears. Note

Cut a wedge from the cake to make it look just like a pizza ready to serve! Attach candles to board using a little icing, or insert into cake. Note

You may need to cover loaf with foil if streusel browns too much. Note

Remember to discard any rhubarb leaves. Apple, pear or pineapple would also be delicious in this cake. Note

When creaming spread and sugar, occasionally scrape down sides of bowl. This loaf may sink slightly in the centre, but this will not affect the cake. Note

Light versions of dairy products can be used if preferred. Note

This cake freezes well. Store in an airtight container for up to three days. Toast almonds by tossing in a dry frying pan over a medium heat until golden. Remove from pan immediately to prevent burning. Note

You’ll need about 2 zucchinis and 1 carrot for this recipe. Pepitas are edible pumpkin seeds with hulls removed, commonly used in Mexican cooking. They are available salted, roasted or raw. Note

Raisins and orange zest lace the filling of this cheesecake recipe and halved strawberries decorate the top

Take yourself back to those weekends with your grandmother with this light, fluffy sponge cake complete with delectable strawberries in cream.

If you are using fresh eggs, make a slightly more generous cup of dry ingredients. You must sift the flour at least twice in this recipe. If your kitchen is cold, do not take the cake out of the oven straight away or else it will shrink. Leave cake in the oven with the door […]

You could use caster sugar for this recipe, if preferred. It will give the cake a finer texture. Avoid over-beating your eggs, as this will result in a coarse texture. Use baking paper to sift your flour onto, which will make it easier to return the flour back into the sifter. Note

Sieve the dry ingredients through at least three or more times. It’s best if to use eggs that are a couple of days old to make this sponge cake. Use eggs that are at room temperature. Note

Impress your granny with this indulgent light sponge cake oozing with cream and strawberry jam.

Grease cake tins with unsalted butter to prevent the cake sticking.. Sift flours 3 times. Don’t be tempted to open oven door during cooking. Use duck eggs instead of hen’s eggs in this recipe as they give a lighter colour to the sponge. Note

Master the art of the classic sponge cake with this delicious version sandwiched with whipped cream and passionfruit butter.

If you prefer, add 1 cup grated carrot to the mixture in place of 1 banana. Note

This cake can be sprinkled with slivered almonds before baking, or you can add a little chopped mixed peel to the mix (about 1/4 cup). Sell cake in individual sliced portions or as a whole cake. Note

Boiled sultana cake

This delicious butterfly cakes recipe is so simple and easy to make with children. Just slice the tops off each cake, then fill with sweet buttercream and dust with icing sugar.

For a touch of indulgence, serve sprinkled with grated Nestle Plaistowe 70% Cocoa. A good make-ahead dessert for dinner parties or an informal lunch. Note

Other nuts can be used in place of pecans. Note

Delightful and decadent chocolate Swiss roll recipe with fresh raspberries and cream. If desired, you can spread raspberry jam over the cake before adding the cream and berries.

A chocolatey banana cake topped with chocolate frosting - what could be better!

Cake is best made the day before and left out overnight. The homemade cake can be replaced with a ready-made chocolate Madeira cake. Note

To make a white chocolate mud cake, simply substitute white chocolate for the dark and milk chocolate. Use eating-quality chocolate for this cake. Note

MAKES 12 These cakes freeze well. Decorate them after thawing. If liquid glucose is unavailable, you can use honey or warmed jam. Note

Welcome the Christmas season into your household with a decadent Christmas cake with dried and glace fruit. This moist fruitcake not only looks good but it�s extremely delicious!

Nothing announces the Christmas season quite like a classic and decadent Christmas cake. With dried and glace fruit, this moist fruitcake not only looks good but tastes amazing!

These comforting souffl�s look great, taste amazing and are easier to make than you might think. Refresh your guests with this citrus souffl� at dessert time.

Refresh your guests with this delicious citrus souffl� at dessert time. These beautiful souffl�s are comforting and taste amazing and are easier to make than you may think.

Strawberries, kiwifruit and banana can also be used to top a pavalova Note

If preferred, use lemon zest and juice in place of lime Note

Chocolate banana cake

Use frozen cherries if fresh are unavailable. MAKES 12 Note

Nut loaf tins are available from speciality kitchenware shops. Note

The biscuit bases will harden on cooling. Note

To make chocolate coffee beans, melt 50g chocolate. Place 1/3 cup coffee beans in a sieve and drizzle chocolate over. Allow to set. Note