Every Mary Berry Cake Recipe in One Delicious Place – Inspired by Mary Berry.
If I had a pound for every time someone told me Black Forest gâteau was outdated, I’d have… well, enough to fund a cherry orchard. But here’s the truth: when it’s made fresh—from scratch, with care—it’s anything but old-fashioned. It’s indulgent, dramatic, and downright delicious. I learned the hard way: don’t rush the process. The […]
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This isn’t just any chocolate cake—it’s the kind you remember. I first made it one chilly winter afternoon, wondering if the rum would be too bold. But then I found my husband sneaking an extra slice straight from the fridge. The rum doesn’t overpower—it lingers quietly beneath the dark chocolate, adding depth and just the
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This chocolate fudge cake has become a staple in my kitchen, and I’m always thrilled when it comes out of the oven. It’s soft yet sturdy, rich but not heavy, and stays wonderfully moist for days—thanks to the clever apricot jam trick. The first time I baked this, I rushed the frosting before the cake
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I always forget how much I love rock cakes until I make them again. They’re often overlooked—too simple, too plain, too retro—but that’s exactly what makes them great. Especially when you load them up with glacé cherries and warm spices, just like Mary Berry does. These rock cakes take me back to my gran’s biscuit
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This lemon cake is the perfect balance of soft, tender sponge and a crisp, crackly top. It’s a simple recipe, but the combination of fresh lemon flavor and a crunchy sugar topping elevates it to something special. Once you slice through the cake and hear that delightful crunch, you’ll understand why it’s a teatime favorite.
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The first time I baked this cake, I almost lost my mind. Two hours in, I peeked into the oven and saw the top turning dark way too quickly. In a panic, I opened the oven door, fumbled with some foil, and slammed it shut, muttering some words I’d rather not repeat. But despite the
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This loaf started as a last-minute solution for two overripe bananas sitting on the counter. With no intention of wasting them again, I decided to make something a bit more special than the usual banana bread. The result? A beautifully nutty, comforting loaf that’s perfect for toasting or enjoying with a cup of tea. The
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I’ve always loved hot cross buns—but let’s face it, between kneading, shaping, proving, and piping, they’re a bit of a project. So when I discovered the idea of turning all those cozy flavours into one easy loaf, I was instantly hooked. My first attempt? A total disaster. I forgot to line the tin, and the
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I didn’t grow up baking bread—I grew up eating it. Thick slices of granary toast, nutty and warm, slathered in butter. But actually making bread? That always felt like something for professionals or retirees with a lot of spare time. Then one quiet afternoon, armed with a bag of granary flour and a bit of
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You’d think that after baking hundreds of sponge cakes, I’d have Mary Berry’s all-in-one method down to a science. But the first time I tried it? Total disbelief. No creaming? Cold butter from the fridge? I was convinced it’d be a dense flop. Spoiler: I was spectacularly wrong. What I pulled from the oven was
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