The irony of cake is that, while it is one of life’s simple pleasures, it can too often be less than simple to make. From creating an airy mixture to gauging precisely when the cake is cooked through, baking a cake is a pleasure not without pitfalls. Luckily, this collection of easy cake recipes have simple steps to help you achieve perfect bakes every time - and our how to bake cakes page provides even more guidance.

From Marcus Wareing’s rich chocolate cake to Pierre Koffman’s blueberry financiers, and Adam Gray's flourless lemon cake, these simple cake recipes demonstrate that tempting and impressive home baking is not beyond anyone’s reach.