Beginner Baking

Beginner Chocolate Traybake

This Beginner Chocolate Traybake is a soft, gently chocolatey cake baked in a shallow tin and cut into easy slices. The cocoa flavour is mild and balanced, with a moist crumb that stays tender without being rich or heavy. It is ideal for new bakers because the traybake shape is forgiving and simple to handle. The method is clear and steady, making it well suited to everyday home baking, school events, or relaxed family sharing. Recipe Information Difficulty: BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCooking time: 30 minutesTotal time: 45 minutesServings: 12 slices Ingredients 220 g plain flour 30 g cocoa powder 2 … Read more

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Simple Milk-Based Cake

This Simple Milk-Based Cake is a soft, gently flavoured sponge made with milk to give a tender, comforting crumb. The taste is mild and familiar, with a light sweetness that makes it easy to enjoy on its own or with simple toppings. It is designed for beginner bakers who want a clear, steady method using everyday ingredients. The steps are calm and forgiving, making this cake well suited to relaxed home baking and confidence building. Recipe Information Difficulty: BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCooking time: 35 minutesTotal time: 50 minutesServings: 8 slices Ingredients 175 g plain flour 2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch … Read more

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Foolproof Vanilla Cake

This Foolproof Vanilla Cake is a dependable, soft sponge designed to work well even if you are unsure or baking with limited experience. The flavour is gentle and familiar, and the texture is even and moist without being heavy. It is made using a clear, steady method that avoids delicate techniques. The cake is forgiving of small mistakes, which makes it ideal for relaxed home baking and building confidence in the kitchen. Recipe Information Difficulty: BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCooking time: 40 minutesTotal time: 55 minutesServings: 8 slices Ingredients 180 g plain flour 2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch of salt 140 … Read more

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Simple Stir-and-Bake Cake

This Simple Stir-and-Bake Cake is a soft, plain sponge made with a gentle mixing method that relies on stirring rather than creaming or whisking. The flavour is mild and familiar, with a tender crumb that stays soft once cooled. It is designed for calm, confidence-building baking and works well for anyone who wants clear steps without equipment or complicated timing. Everything is mixed by hand, making it ideal for everyday home kitchens. Recipe Information Difficulty: BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCooking time: 40 minutesTotal time: 55 minutesServings: 8 slices Ingredients 180 g plain flour 2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch of salt 140 … Read more

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First Chocolate Cake for Beginners

This First Chocolate Cake for Beginners is a soft, gently chocolate-flavoured sponge made to be calm, reliable, and easy to follow. The cocoa taste is mild rather than rich, making it well suited to family baking and first-time success. It is designed for everyday kitchens with simple ingredients and clear steps. The method builds confidence while producing a light, evenly baked cake that slices neatly and stays moist. Recipe Information Difficulty: BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCooking time: 35 minutesTotal time: 50 minutesServings: 8 slices Ingredients 160 g plain flour 30 g cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch of salt 125 … Read more

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First-Time Vanilla Cake

This First-Time Vanilla Cake is a soft, gently sweet sponge designed especially for anyone baking a cake for the very first time. It has a familiar vanilla flavour, a light crumb, and a calm, reliable texture that slices cleanly without being dry. It suits everyday home baking and does not require any special equipment or experience. The method is clear and unhurried, making it ideal for learning basic cake skills with confidence and ease. Recipe Information Difficulty: BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCooking time: 35 minutesTotal time: 50 minutesServings: 8 slices Ingredients 175 g plain flour 2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch of … Read more

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