Cakes

These chocolate fairy cakes are soft, deeply chocolatey sponges with a fine, even crumb and a neat domed top that holds a swirl of buttercream well. This Mary Berry chocolate fairy cakes recipe uses a simple all-in-one method, so beginners get a reliable rise every time. It suits lunchboxes, school bakes and quick afternoon treats…

This apple and blackberry cake recipe gives you a moist, golden sponge dotted with tender baked apple and pockets of dark, juicy blackberry. The crumb stays soft and light, with a gentle tartness running through every slice and a faint hint of vanilla underneath. This version uses simple pantry staples and just one bowl, so…

These Mary Berry lemon drizzle cupcakes are tender, golden sponges with a bright citrus crumb that soaks up a sharp, syrupy lemon drizzle, leaving the top slightly crunchy and sticky. The batter comes together quickly in one bowl, and the drizzle is poured on while the cupcakes are still warm so it sinks in rather…

This Mary Berry chocolate buttercream cake recipe delivers a deeply moist, fine-crumbed sponge with a rich, cocoa-dark interior and a silky buttercream that holds its shape cleanly when spread. Each layer is tender without being fragile, and the frosting carries a smooth, glossy finish with a fudgy depth that settles on the palate rather than…

This lemon Victoria sponge layers a light, golden crumb with a sharp lemon curd filling and a thick layer of whipped cream, finished with a fine dusting of caster sugar. This version of the Mary Berry lemon Victoria sponge recipe uses her reliable all-in-one method, so there is little risk of overbeating the mixture. It…

This chocolate cake with oil is a deep, dark, moist sponge with a tender, close crumb that holds its shape cleanly when sliced. The ganache-style frosting sets to a glossy, fudgy finish that clings to each layer without sliding or cracking. It is the kind of cake that looks far more involved than it actually…

This all in one chocolate cake is a moist, deeply cocoa-scented sponge with a tender, close crumb and a silky chocolate buttercream that holds its swirl without slipping. The batter comes together in a single bowl, which means less washing up and a more relaxed baking experience from start to finish. What sets this version…

This chocolate fudge cake is a deeply dark, tender sponge layered with a thick, glossy fudge icing that sets to a smooth, slightly firm finish. Each slice holds its shape cleanly, with a close, moist crumb that carries a rich cocoa depth without being overly sweet. What makes this version reliable is the straightforward method….

Mary Berry Dorset apple cake is a dense, moist sponge packed with soft chunks of apple, lightly spiced with cinnamon, and finished with a crisp demerara crust that shatters gently under a fork. The crumb is tender and close, the kind that holds together in a thick slice without crumbling apart. It smells of warm…

This all-in-one apple cake is a moist, tender sponge with soft pockets of cinnamon-spiced apple running through every slice. The top bakes to a pale golden crust, and the crumb beneath is close and damp in the best possible way, with a gentle warmth from the spice. It holds its shape cleanly when cut and…