Microwave lemon curd

If you love lemon curd or lemon butter then this recipe is for YOU! It is so easy you will never buy lemon curd at the supermarket again. You can use this to fill pastry cups, to spread on toast or to fill cupcakes with.

Basic cupcakes

This has to be the easiest recipe ever for basic cupcakes, with five ingredients and just 15 minutes baking time. The time you save cooking them, leaves more time for decorating the cupcakes, which is the fun part for the kids.

Kiss biscuits

Kids will love making these sweet little biscuits. Dipping them in icing and then sprinkles is what childhood cooking dreams are made of! Don't forget to chill the dough to make cutting out the biscuits easy.

Fruity lemon cupcakes

These sparingly iced lemon cupcakes are a light change to the regular heavy butter cream icing. These are perfect for a cake stall or school fete. Top with a frozen raspberry so as it defrosts lovely rivers of pink juice works it way down the sides.

Gingerbread folk

Get the kids to help you make these delicious gingerbread people. They'll love helping you roll out the dough, cutting out the shapes and decorating them when they're baked. Wrap them up and the kids can give them out as gifts to their friends!

Orange cake

This one-bowl cake recipe has a delicate citrus flavour which is enhanced by the orange icing. A pretty summery bake that's as delicious as it looks.

Birthday layer cake

Make a really BIG impression with this colourful birthday layer cake! It's actually quite simple - all you need to make the layers are two packet mixes and some buttercream icing.

Chocolate mint ice-cream balls

These chocolate mint ice-cream balls, drizzled in chocolate, are an instant hit at any adult party. Even better – they’re low fat and diet friendly! And with a few easy changes they'll be a hit with the kids too; simply substitute Maltesers or choc chip cookies for flavours they’ll adore.

Handbag cake

Your little girl will be so excited with this amazing handbag cake it is easy to make and can be colour coordinated to suit her favourite colours

Pear clafouti

This classic French dessert is usually made with cherries but this version made with pears is a delicious twist on the original. Juicy pears poke through a rich vanilla batter that's perfect served warm with a dollop of crème frâiche. Bon appétit!

Chocolate slice

Baking a slice is a great way to enjoy a sweet treat. This easy chocolate slice combines coconut with a chocolate-y base and a delicious chocolate icing that is added while the slice is still warm.

Chocolate loaf

This dense, delicious chocolate loaf is about the easiest thing you’ll ever make with the kids. Let them help measure everything out and combine the ingredients and they will definitely love licking the bowl!

Passionfruit slice

A little bit crumbly, a little bit creamy, and packed with a passionfruit zing! This recipe is perfect in summer. Serve with some fresh fruit for a delicious after-school treat!