Raspberry butter cake

Who doesn't love a butter cake? It's the classic, can-eat-anytime cake that works just as well in the lunch box as it does at morning tea with the girls. And now, if you just add a cup of raspberries to the mix, you'll have total cake perfection!

Little meat pies

Make your own little party pies with this recipe. Ideal for little fingers they make a great party food option. Make the filling the day before and the final baking will be done in half an hour.

Fairy Scones

These delicious Fairy scones are a perfect remedy to the old idea of taking a plate. They are already filled with jam and cream so there is no need to take along extra bowls and spoons.

Peach crumble slice

This quick recipe turns a delicious peach crumble into a slice that’s perfect for lunch boxes and afternoon tea. Using dried fruit, you don’t have to wait for summer before you can enjoy the yummy flavour of this peach slice.

Banana slice

This recipe for banana slice is much like banana bread but made into a slice. This makes it perfect for lunchboxes, cake stalls and school fairs.

Gingerbread men

Making gingerbread men is a fun cooking activity you can enjoy with kids of all ages. Make this simple dough, roll it out and then let your children do the rest of the work. You could decorate each man in the traditional way or go a little bit crazy with decorations!

Jam-filled muffins

These muffins come with a surprise inside. A little like doughnuts and a lot like yummy cakes, pick your favourite jam fill them with. No need for icing with these little bites either - they're sweet enough!

Glazed meatloaf

This delicious meatloaf is a perfect family staple as you can make it and serve it later or prepare it and bake it when you are ready. There are some hidden veggies in there along with a delicious glaze that will have them coming back for more.

Walnut brownies

If you like a denser, gooier brownie, remove from the oven at around 18 minutes. These are delicious and make then healthier by adding fruit with a slice of fresh strawberry... YUM

Spelt choc-chip cookies

These delicious choc-chip cookies have half the sugar and refined flour of the regular ones, and are packed with wholesome spelt flour and coconut. The kids won’t notice the difference, so whip up a batch on Sunday for a week of easy lunch box fillers.

Easy egg pikelets

These easy egg pikelets will have even the fussiest of eaters begging for more! Light, fluffy and SO moreish, these little bites are great for after-school snacks or served alongside some streamed veggies for an easy-peasy kids' dinner.

Zucchini bread

If you have plenty of zucchini or looking for an alternative to banana bread this is for you it is sweet and soft with the added spice the whole family will love it with a spread of butter or a slice straight into the lunch box

Rock cakes

Rock cakes are great for the lunch box or with a cup of coffee who can say no. I don't use mixed peed but find glace cherries are a real hit