The milk may curdle when combined with lemon juice, but don’t worry-it won’t affect the end result. Note

Looking for an indulgent afternoon treat? This tart and creamy cheesecake slice will fit the bill.

These pans come in a tray like a muffin pan and are available from specialty kitchenware shops. Use a 12 hole medium muffin pan instead if you like. Note

Add some extra chopped walnuts or pecans to cake mixture if desired – but remember this will increase the fat content. Light evaporated milk, thickened with cornflour, can be substituted for cream in many dishes, sweet and savoury. Note

You will need about 1 1/2 cups of biscuit crumbs for this recipe – use your favourites. Note

MAKES 8 MINI LOAVES This cake can be cooked in a 10 x 20cm loaf pan – allow cooking time of 30-35 minutes. As a variation, sprinkle with slivered almonds before baking, or add a little chopped mixed peel to the mix (about 1/4 cup). Note

To make chocolate curls, pour melted chocolate onto an upturned tray and allow it to set. When set, run a sharp knife over the surface at a slight angle to form curls. You can also bake this loaf in a 22cm cake pan. Allow a cooking time of 40-45 minutes. Note

To make a light, fluffy teacake, it is important to cream the butter and sugar thoroughly, until mixture is as light and white as possible. Note

If time is short, omit the syrup and serve with cream or pouring custard. Note

MAKES 1 cake (about 16 serves) Note

Slice loaf and freeze in individual slices – it’s great for lunch boxes. Note

For a more elaborate cake, add some chocolate shells (or make your own using melted chocolate and chocolate shell moulds). Note

MAKES 1 cake Store any leftover syrup in a sealed container in the fridge, and bring it to room temperature before serving. Store cakes in an airtight container. Note

This British cake is pleasantly fruity.

Unfilled sponge suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

MAKES 12 Note

MAKES 1 It is important to roll this cake while it is hot to prevent cracking. Spread cake with 3/4 cup raspberry jam before spreading with cream and berries. Note

This loaf freezes well – either whole or in slices. Note

MAKES 12 If you just want lovely iced cupcakes, use chocolate buttercream – simply sift 1/3 cup cocoa powder with icing sugar when making icing (Step 4). Note

MAKES 1 cake Note

To make chocolate curls, melt 1 cup white chocolate melts. Cut out several 8 x 10cm squares of baking paper. Spread or pipe (in a lacy pattern) a thin layer of chocolate onto paper in an oval shape. Fold over and carefully press tips of chocolate together to create a hollow loop. Support loops on […]

Skewer will be clean and dry if cake is cooked. When beating egg-whites, soft-peak stage is when the peaks formed in the foam bend at the top when beater is removed. Makes 16 Note

Allowing the cheesecake to cool in a turned-off oven helps prevent cracking. Note

You’ll need 1 1/2 packets of biscuits for the base. The filling will keep cooking after the oven is turned off, so it should be just set in the centre, with a slight wobble. Note

To caramelise orange slices, preheat grill to high. Slice 1 orange and arrange on a foil-lined grill tray. Sprinkle over 1/3 cup sugar to cover slices. Grill 5-8 minutes, until caramelised. Cool orange before arranging on top of cheesecake. Note

This is a lovely gluten-free banana cake with a light lemon icing. For a nut-free version, replace the almond meal with buckwheat flour, millet flour or quinoa flour.

Banana choc pops

Make sure butter is well creamed and pale before adding sugar. This allows for the incorporation of air, which makes a lighter cake. Use unsalted butter at room temperature if preferred. For a richer cake, use 185g unsalted butter, 3 eggs and reduce the milk to 1/4 cup. Note

Frozen berries must be added to the mixture while still frozen. Note

Chill cake 10-15 minutes if you have time, to make it easier to serve. If liked, heat syrup from cherries with a little extra kirsh or brandy on low. Blend 1 teaspoon arrowroot with a little water to form a paste and mix into syrup. Heat gently until simmering and thickened. Drizzle over cake when […]

This blueberry and nut loaf benfits from the crunch of hazelnuts. The fresh blueberries make this homemade loaf simply irresistible. Serve sliced with cream cheese and berry compote.

Place chopped pecans in a food processor and pulse to achieve a coarse meal. Note

Cake pops

Buttermilk is lower in fat than milk, but you can also use skim milk. Note

Zucchini can be replaced with mashed banana if preferred. Note

You will need about 4 carrots for this cake. To make cupcakes, use 12 paper patty cases and bake 15-20 minutes. Note

These cute white chocolate buzzing bee cake-pops not only look adorable, they taste delicious too, making them perfect for a kid's birthday party.

Store the brownies in an airtight container, layered between baking paper. Note

Celebrate afternoon tea with banana cake laced with chocolate chips and drizzled with beautiful caramel sauce, topped with chopped almonds.

Use a wooden skewer to swirl the different mixtures together in the pan. Note

You can use milk chocolate, if preferred. You could also add a dash of a favourite liqueur. Serve with extra cream, if liked. Makes 8 Note

The ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers! Flourless chocolate torte with a moist, fudgy interior, topped with cream and berries - a decadent and delicious dessert that's gluten free.

Chocolate fudge cake with a buttercream frosting, served with whipped cream and strawberries

It’s best to use chocolate balls that have a solid centre. Cakes are cooked if a skewer inserted in the centre is clean and dry when removed. Note

You will need a 250g packet of sponge fingers for this recipe. Note

The key to success with souffles is to prepare the base then, when ready to serve, beat egg whites, fold through the base and bake. Note

Test cake with a skewer, or by touching gently with fingertips – if it springs back it is cooked. Note

For an easy-to-cut version, leave pastry in a single sheet and top with cream and berries in a single layer. Note

This cake is quite moist and will sink slightly in the centre. Note

This cupcake flower garden also looks very pretty arranged on a tiered cake stand. Note

Opposites attract in this cake with sour cream, white chocolate and apricot creating an explosion of flavour in your mouth.

Adding oat bran into baking, smoothies or pancakes gives you a fibre boost and lowers the GI, so it keeps you feeling fuller for longer. Note

This sweet and indulgent coconut and pineapple slice from Woman's Day is sure to please family and friends with its surprising blend of flavours when enjoyed with a hot cup of tea.

With its surprising blend of delicious flavours this indulgent and sweet coconut and pineapple slice makes a delightful afternoon treat when enjoyed with a hot cup of tea or coffee.

If a thicker crust is preferred, double the ingredients and continue as directed. Just remember that this will increase the fat and kilojoule count. Note

Try this recipe to make cake pops. Dip a paddlepop stick into a little melted chocolate and insert into the base of ball. Allow to set upright in a water glass or secure on a foam base. Note

Sink your knife into this decadent Italian coffee and chocolate mousse cake. Enjoy a slice for an indulgent dessert or afternoon sweet treat.

Use jam flavour of your choice. Note

Butter cream: MAKES 2 cups Butter cream: Makes ornaments ahead to allow them to dry easy handling. Note

Replace lemon zest with orange zest. Note

Simple lemon sour cream cake recipe with divine flavours. The sour cream gives the cake a beautiful denseness, with the lemon icing adding extra zest to the already delicious cake.

Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Note

‘Milk solids’ sink to the bottom of the melted butter, so don’t stir them. Drain off clear liquid and discard the solids. Rather than waste a can of coconut milk when only a small amount is required, use powdered coconut milk and store the remainder in the cupboard. Note