Classic Victoria Sandwich Cake For Beginners

Let me guide you in making Classic Victoria Sandwich Cake for beginners, but also for those who struggle to get the perfect rise, and light open texture this British iconic cake has. Fill just with jam, or add berries and whipped cream. Includes lots of tips along the way, as well as how to stop […]

Lemon Curd Oat Bars

Lemon Curd Oat Bars Softer Alternative To Flapjacks By Caro These Lemon Curd Oat Bars are my softer alternative to flapjacks (oat squares). Super easy to make, these squares/bars, can also be made using apricot jam or Gluten Free flour. *Original apricot recipe on old site September 2018. Updated photos & lemon curd added 22/05/22 […]

Egg & Butter Free Chocolate Layer Cake

Egg & Butter Free Chocolate Layer Cake, is a super simple & quick recipe & one you can whip up with whatever you have in the cupboard or fridge. Very versatile, it can be used in different ways & made Vegan, dairy-free, egg-free & lactose free. A great base chocolate layer cake, sandwich with cream, jam & fresh fruit – or whatever you like!

Strawberry Recipes

Strawberry Day! Contrary to common believe, strawberries are not a summer fruit. With there being over 100 species and subspecies, as well as being in season at different times, in different cities and countries, they are in season longer than we think. So here’s some recipes using strawberries. Also includes some recipes by fellow food developers Sally Newton & Tanya Clark Ott, both of whom appeared on The Great American Baking SHow, Holiday Edition.

Lamingtons – Australia’s Light Coconut Sponge Cakes

LAMINGTONS Australia’s Light Coconut Sponge Cakes By Caro Lamingtons are Australia’s light, coconut Sponge cakes made from a Genoise sponge. Traditionally dipped in chocolate and then coated in coconut, raspberry jam is a popular alternative. Origins Of Lamingtons Lamingtons originated in Queensland, Australia, and were first published in Queensland Country Life newspaper in 1900. It’s […]

Coconut Paradise Slices

Coconut Paradise Slices By Caro Coconut Paradise Slices combine a shortbread-style base & a coconut sponge cake topping, sandwiching a yummy raspberry jam filling. Great traybake recipe What Are Coconut Paradise Slices? Coconut Paradise Slices is a great dessert as it combines a shortbread-style biscuit/cookie base and a coconut sponge cake, sandwiching yummy raspberry jam/jelly […]

Raspberry Swirl Victoria Sandwich Cake

Try my British Classic – Victoria Sandwich Cake, but with a raspberry twist! Not only is there raspberry jam accompanying the cream filling of this layer cake, but it’s also streaked through the cake batter. Resulting in a pleasant twist to this light and airy popular British bake.