Teach 8-14 year olds how to make fairy cakes and guarantee a fun kitchen activity

A retro twist to a childhood favourite - learn how to make fairy cakes then decorate for any occasion

Perfect for a bake sale, kid's party or sweet afternoon snack, these iced cupcakes are the simplest sponges around and can be decorated as you like

These sweet banana cakes are lovely and simple to make for a bake sale or children's party

Conjure smiles from family and friends with easy chocolate fairy cakes – they have a lovely light sponge and buttery icing

Mary Cadogan’s fairy cakes are a treat for the whole family and they really do taste as good as they look

It's difficult not to demolish this classic lemon drizzle in just one sitting, so why not make two at once?

Need a guaranteed crowd-pleasing cake that's easy to make? This super-squidgy chocolate fudge cake with smooth icing is an instant baking win

Indulge yourself with this ultimate chocolate cake recipe that is beautifully moist, rich and fudgy. Perfect for a celebration or an afternoon tea

Marble cake is a classic childhood cooking memory. Whether using lurid colours for a psychedelic finish, or just chocolate and vanilla, it's a teatime treat

Delight friends with an afternoon tea that includes this easy carrot cake. You can bake the cake, freeze it and just drizzle over the icing on the day

This retro pineapple upside-down cake makes a fun centrepiece for afternoon tea and brings back many childhood memories

Top this classic carrot cake with moreish icing and chopped walnuts or pecans. Serve as a sweet treat with a cup of tea any time of the day.

Master the chocolate cake with an airy, light sponge and rich buttercream filling. It's simple enough for an afternoon tea but special enough for a party too

This simple almondy cake is a great way of using up pick-your-own raspberries

Good Food reader Eve Scott shares this easy, foolproof recipe for chocolate sponge cake, perfect for a birthday, afternoon tea or weekend treat

Get kids cooking at the weekend by baking this yummy brownie cake, much better than shop bought

Try baking a vegan version of lemon cake. Light and zingy, it also works well if you replace the flour and baking powder with gluten-free alternatives

Choose your favourite filling for this easy sponge cake – we've opted for lemon curd and whipped cream, but you could have jam. Perfect for afternoon tea.

Need a quick chocolate fix? Try making this easy microwave mug cake with storecupboard ingredients. It's even more delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Whip up a classic coffee cake with ease. You can freeze the sponges if you want to save time later on. Ideal for a bake sale, birthday party or coffee morning

Just one look at this chocolate and banana treat is enough to know it won't stay in the cake tin for long

Bake this festive fruit cake in advance of Christmas and feed it regularly with rum, brandy or whisky to build the flavour and keep it moist

Edd Kimber creates a rustic bake with chunks of sweet apple and a crunchy demerara sugar topping.

If you know someone who likes bakewell tart, then they will just love this cake – it’s full of almond flavour and sandwiched with cherry jam

An easy-to-make alternative to traditional Christmas cakes which requires no beating

Chocolate and cake are two of our favourite things, so what's not to love about this indulgent cake?

The classic Victoria sandwich is always a teatime winner – every bite brings a taste of nostalgia

Need to make a celebration cake at short notice? This foolproof, showstopping caramel cake uses storecupboard ingredients and is quick to whip up

A moist cake drenched with vanilla syrup. Use as the basis for a range of fabulous celebration cakes