Spoil the lemon lover on their birthday with this delicious layered lemon cake.

Iced cake will keep in an airtight container for up to three days. Uniced cake can be frozen for up to three months. SERVING SUGGESTION Serve warm as a dessert with cream or custard. Note

When it comes to sweet treats the French always get it right and this delicate delight is no exception. Somewhere between a meringue and a biscuit, this melt in the mouth tropical macaron is simply délicieux!

These chewy gluten-free treats are perfect with coffee.

A truly indulgent chocolate cake recipe from The Australian Women's Weekly.

To give as a gift, thread ribbon through centre of the shortbread and tie into a ring. Or, you can hang shortbread from your Christmas tree. Note

Brought to you by the classic Australian Women's Weekly children's birthday cake book.

Put the kettle on and treat yourself to a thick wedge of this gingery lemon and apricot cake, best served with a dollop of yoghurt or whipped cream.

For pure crunchy peanut-buttery bliss you can't go past these cookies. If you like, replace the chocolate melts with chopped dark (semi-sweet) chocolate.

Brought to you by the classic Australian Women's Weekly birthday cake cookbook.

Tiny, blue-grey poppy seeds add texture and a slightly nutty taste. Note

Enjoy these sweet little cranberry and coconut treats with a cup of tea or coffee and good conversation.

Plump raisins and tender pecans make this fruit loaf a great choice for breakfast or afternoon tea.

35cm (14-inch) square cake board These cute little cakes would also be a welcome treat at a halloween party for younger children. Cupcakes should be decorated the day of serving as the Minties will dissolve if left overnight. Store cakes in an airtight container at room temperature. If you can’t find un-iced cupcakes, use iced […]

Covered in an assortment of lollies, this gorgeous yellow dragon cake is sure to be a winner with the kids.

These crunchy Italian biscuits go wonderfully with hot espresso coffee.

Don’t thaw the frozen blueberries before using as they will bleed colour into the cake batter. Note

Celebrate your child turning four with this awesome birthday cake for car lovers.

We used a Granny Smith apple in this recipe. You will also need one medium overripe banana for this recipe. Keeping time: 1 day. Note

Cake is best made on day of serving. Not suitable to freeze. A slice of this hearty, healthy cake is a decent breakfast on the run or a reliable mid-morning pick-me-up. Note

Kids will love these fluffy apple and cinnamon muffins.

Perfect for school lunches, picnics or after-school snacks and equally delicious hot or cold, these mini leek and parmesan fritters will always satisfy hungry mouths.

Keeping time: 2 days. We used 3 bananas for this recipe. Note

Incredibly simple as well as zesty and delicious, these tangy lemon squares are a welcome treat when you hit that mid-afternoon slump.

Sweet, rich and wonderfully decadent, this beautiful chocolate slice is easy to make and perfect enjoyed with a cup of coffee for a relaxing morning or afternoon treat.

Toast fingers can be made the day before and stored in an airtight container. The tomato and cheese can be chopped the day before, and placed in separate small bowls, covered with plastic wrap and stored in the fridge. Parsley should be chopped and fingers assembled just before serving. Note

The perfect macaron should be a lovely circle, with a ruffle around the bottom where it has risen in the oven. In order for the ruffle to properly develop, let the macarons sit until they have developed a 'skin' before baking them.

Combine chocolate cake, chocolate custard and chocolate ganache and you've got this fabulous chocolate on chocolate torte, with cherries on top.

This teacake is best eaten the day it is made. Note

If you like, decorate the brownie with white chocolate curls ­ just run a vegetable peeler down the side of a just slightly warmed chocolate block. Jersey caramels are available at supermarkets in the confectionery aisle. Note

Drizzled with melted white chocolate, these delightful cookies are perfect for a special occasion.

Put the kettle on and enjoy a piece of this zesty slice with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

When folding flour into egg mixture, you can use a large metal spoon, a rubber spatula, a whisk or use one hand like a rake. “This is my mum’s recipe, and whenever I go home, I’ll always find one waiting in the cake tin.” Note

This cake is perfect for a first birthday party. It's quite simple to make, so you're not spending lots of time on a creation that probably won't be given its due attention by the birthday child.

It's not that hard being green... there's a pond, plenty of water, lily pads and a rainbow connection... Why, there's lots of fun to be had!

Try this delightfully citrusy orange flavoured macaroon cake next time you're asked to 'bring a plate'. The unique combination and texture of coconut and orange will be a sure fire winner.

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banana loaves with muesli topping

Raspberry swirl cake

egg-free nut-free Note

Filled with raspberry jam and whipped cream, these lamington-style cakes make the perfect morning or afternoon treat.

These colourful vanilla cupcakes will be very popular with the kids.

This plump, sticky fruit loaf is a cinch to make and simply delicious.

Keep things simple with this delicious, plump sultana cake.

When it comes to cuisine the French got a lot right, especially the macaron. This humble sweet is deservedly famous for its chewy texture and delicious array of flavour options. Try this raspberry and cinnamon version, you'll love it.

When served warm and fresh out of the oven, these muffins are melt-in-your-mouth, moreishly good!

Mango puree helps turn this classic coconut tea cake, and the coconut frosting, into a moist, fruity delight. Lovely served with a cup of tea or coffee.

Brought to you by the classic Australian Women's Weekly children's birthday cake cookbook.

Scented with almond and anise, these Italian cookies are delicious and great fun to make.

The birthday child and friends will be thrilled with these individual tortoise cakes covered in chocolate freckles.

EQUIPMENT 20cm x 30cm (8-inch x 12-inch) rectangular cake board We used Tic Tacs to make the ladybird `trail’. Use as many ladybirds as you like to decorate the cake board. Use any critter lollies you can find, sour worms work well, or even use plastic spiders, if you like. If using non-edible decorations, make […]

You can vary the ingredients in these muffins- try adding a little chopped salami and black olives. Or try basil, semi-dried tomatoes, pine nuts and brie. Note

Creamy chocolate and refreshing peppermint - a match made in heaven. We've added some crispy ingredients to this delicious slice recipe to create a wonderfully indulgent dessert.

Macarons can be challenging to make, but the results are worth it. Weigh your ingredients very carefully and sift the almond meal thoroughly, and these peppermint French macarons will be très bon!

A crunchy almond topping makes this delicious Christmas fruit cake different from the rest. Perfect served with a pot of hot tea.

The ganache can be made 2 days ahead; store in the refrigerator. When ready to use, beat with an electric mixer until it is of a spreadable consistency. Decorate the log with fresh cherries, if you like. Note

Spoil the carrot cake lover with these scrumptious cupcakes topped with maple cream cheese icing.

Sandwiched with brandy butter cream, these stacked hazelnut and orange spice cookies make a stunning Christmas treat.

Get the kids busy in the kitchen with these delicious coconut, lime and pineapple cookies.

Simple and sweet these cupcakes are decorated with crystalised violets.

Top this dense white chocolate mud cake with a smooth, sweet ganache for the ultimate cake treat!

This dense chocolate cake is filled with orange zest, chopped walnuts and almonds. A delicious sweet treat for an afternoon tea.

Drizzled in orange blossom icing, these dense almond and orange cakes are perfect served with a pot of hot tea.

Thrill your family and friends this Christmas by attaching these easy, stunning angel cookies to your presents.

Chewy, rich and gorgeously lush, these fudgy chocolate, cherry and coconut cookies are perfect served with a strong cup of coffee.

Piping the dough in this way results in a delightfully curly result that looks dainty on the plate. Plus, there's the added element of citrusy surprise when you bite into the shortbread.

These teacakes are best eaten the day they are made. Note

These caramel macadamia bars are a definite luxury item. Sprinkled with icing sugar, they are a most delicious treat.

Keeping time: 3 days. Note

In China, dragons traditionally symbolise good luck, which, along with this dragon, is a pretty nice gift to give as a birthday present.

Topped and tailed with caramelised apple, these delightful tea cakes can be served up for morning or afternoon tea, and would be a different and welcome addition to the school lunchbox.

equipment 31cm x 34cm teddy bear cake pan 38cm x 47cm covered cake board Allen’s Peaches & Cream and Strawberries & Cream can be found in Allen’s Party Mix. Note

If in season, use halved and seeded fresh apricots. Note

Give your regular yo-yos a citrusy, nutty twist with these orange and hazelnut flavoured morsels. Perfect to enjoy with your morning or afternoon cuppa with friends.

You will need 3 large overripe bananas (690g) for this recipe. This banana bread is good sliced and toasted. This recipe is gluten-free, wheat-free, yeast-free, dairy-free and egg-free. Note

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It's the mixed spice, a blend of allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, mace, cloves, coriander and ginger, that makes this carrot cake so heavenly.

This decadent loaf is filled with juicy blackberries, soaked in lemon syrup and dolloped with a sweet blackberry fool.

These treats are best served while warm. Note