Morning tea

Served fresh and hot from the oven with butter, this cheesy ham, tomato and pineapple loaf is simply mouth-watering.

Pop the kettle on and treat yourself to a thick, buttered slice of moist banana walnut bread.

Deliciously lemony and topped with meringue, these divine cupcakes are best served still warm.

These romantic cupcakes are ideal for an engagement party or baby shower.

Try this gorgeous blue gluten-free cake for your child's second birthday party. The number 2 cake pan can be hired from cake decorating shops.

These popular little cakes make a lovely afternoon treat served with yoghurt.

Perfect for a filling morning tea, afternoon tea or lunch box treat, these cheesy zucchini and leek muffins are tasty and delicious.

You can also bake this mixture in one loaf pan;­ it will take about 45 minutes to cook. Loaves are best made on the day of serving. Note

A true family favourite.

This classic caramel slice with the crunch of macadamias is perfect with that morning or afternoon cuppa.

There's more yummy goodness packed into this tropical toasted muesli than one jar should be able to hold. Crunchy, nutty and sweet in all the right proportions.

These puffs are best eaten soon after baking. Note

These flapjacks make a great snack for lunchboxes or to serve as morning tea. We used dried pineapple, papaya and mango in this recipe. You could also try chopped dates or figs.

If you don’t have a candy thermometer, boil the syrup until it’s thick with heavy bubbles. Remove from heat, let bubbles subside, then reassess the thickness of the syrup. Note

Krachel are sweet, fragrant rolls flavoured with anise seeds, sesame seeds and orange flower water. They are perfect served warm, with butter, for morning or afternoon tea.

Gluten-free and dairy-free, the flavours and textures of this cake will not disappoint.

Filled sponges are best eaten the day they are made. Note

A moist and delicious microwavable cake that tastes every bit as good as an oven baked one. This cake is best made on the day of serving, which is fine because it's just so easy! You're welcome.

We used a store-bought lemon curd in this recipe. Biscuits can be made a day ahead; they are best filled on the day of serving. Note

To make hazelnut and coffee friands, omit the walnuts and replace with 125g hazelnut meal. Note

Little tennis lovers will rejoice in this delicious and impressive birthday cake.

Make your baby shower special with these delicious chocolate and orange cupcakes.

Thrill your child on their birthday with this gorgeous hot-pink dragon cake.

Perfect for the lunchbox, these easy berry muffins make a delicious morning or afternoon snack.

These spiced, fluffy apple muffins are made even more delicious with a crunchy streusel topping.

No Christmas would be complete without a rich fruit cake such as this orange-scented beauty.

Spoil the chocoholics with these triple-chocolate and hazelnut cookies.

Try substituting hazelnut meal for the almonds, and use vanilla instead of almond essence. Note

Put the kettle on and enjoy a slice of this deliciously moist chocolate and hazelnut roll filled with coffee cream.

These heavenly cinnamon and sour cherry macarons are definitely for the grownups. In order to get the pretty 'feet' effect along the bottom of each macaron, make sure you leave them to dry out completely before baking.

Richly spiced, the combination of brown sugar, golden syrup and buttermilk makes this ginger cake moist and delicious.

These chewy gluten-free cookies are divine served with a cup of hot coffee or tea.

Swimming in a sea of blue jelly, this cheeky jellyfish will delight the kids.

The hardest part of making this cake is making the butter cream smooth on the sides of the petals where the cake has been cut. If you freeze the cut cake pieces for an hour or so, it will help minimise the cake crumbling.

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

The mixed spice gives a unique aromatic element to this cake, which is kept deliciously moist with the addition of yoghurt.

With layers of chocolate sponge, raspberry cream and crisp almond-topped meringue, this decadent cake is irresistible. It looks almost too good to eat. Almost.

No one need ever know that these delicious cakes came from a packet. Jazz them up with a few extras, and everyone will think that you are so creative. Note

These fluffy banana loaves with crunchy topping make a lovely accompaniment to a hot cup of tea.

Loaves can be made up to 2 days ahead; store in an airtight container. Loaves are suitable to freeze. Note

A crumbly topping hides a surprise in these fluffy apple muffins.

This divine apple cake has a crunchy almond topping and goes beautifully with a morning or afternoon cuppa.

Fun and great for sharing; white choc-chip orange and cranberry muffins from Australian Women's Weekly.

Sweet and rich hazelnut and espresso friands make a delicate and exquisite afternoon tea treat.

Perfect for a special afternoon tea, this moist chocolate sponge is filled with whipped cream and topped with coffee icing.

Drizzled in sweet lemon syrup, these crispy almond and walnut pastries are a delightful accompaniment to a cup of hot coffee.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Note

Store slice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Note

What a delightful way to enjoy the flavour of eggnog. These macarons are the perfect, light accompaniment to Christmas dinner, and would make a unique and thoughtful gift for your host.

Jelly buttons are liquorice flavoured jellies with a crunchy coating. They are also known as jelly spogs. Note

Low in sugar and rich in fruit, this wholemeal loaf makes an excellent breakfast or afternoon energy booster.

Rich, chocolatey tiramisu cake with mascarpone cream and plump, fresh raspberries makes a fine end to a special dinner.

Rum adds a grown-up edge to that classic childhood favourite, pineapple upside-down cake. Delicious served warm with cream or ice-cream.

The difference between 100% corn (maize) cornflour and wheaten cornflour (cornstarch) is that wheaten has gluten, whereas 100% corn is gluten-free. The gluten adds height to the sponge and gives it a lighter texture. Note

EQUIPMENT 26cm x 35cm (10 inch x 14 inch) baking dish 30cm x 40cm (12 inch x 16 inch) rectangular cake board bamboo skewer. The grommets have gone a-surfing — even fussy teenage boys and girls will want to ‘hang 10’ with this cool pair of board shorts. Use a skewer to make holes for […]

For the perfect sweet treat, enjoy a slice of this fluffy banana and hazelnut cake drizzled in hot butterscotch syrup.

Iced cake will keep in an airtight container for up to three days. Uniced cake can be frozen for up to three months. SERVING SUGGESTION Serve warm as a dessert with cream or custard. Note

35cm (14-inch) square cake board These cute little cakes would also be a welcome treat at a halloween party for younger children. Cupcakes should be decorated the day of serving as the Minties will dissolve if left overnight. Store cakes in an airtight container at room temperature. If you can’t find un-iced cupcakes, use iced […]

Covered in an assortment of lollies, this gorgeous yellow dragon cake is sure to be a winner with the kids.

When it comes to sweet treats the French always get it right and this delicate delight is no exception. Somewhere between a meringue and a biscuit, this melt in the mouth tropical macaron is simply délicieux!

These chewy gluten-free treats are perfect with coffee.

These crunchy Italian biscuits go wonderfully with hot espresso coffee.

Put the kettle on and treat yourself to a thick wedge of this gingery lemon and apricot cake, best served with a dollop of yoghurt or whipped cream.

For pure crunchy peanut-buttery bliss you can't go past these cookies. If you like, replace the chocolate melts with chopped dark (semi-sweet) chocolate.

Brought to you by the classic Australian Women's Weekly birthday cake cookbook.

Tiny, blue-grey poppy seeds add texture and a slightly nutty taste. Note

Enjoy these sweet little cranberry and coconut treats with a cup of tea or coffee and good conversation.

Plump raisins and tender pecans make this fruit loaf a great choice for breakfast or afternoon tea.

Perfect for school lunches, picnics or after-school snacks and equally delicious hot or cold, these mini leek and parmesan fritters will always satisfy hungry mouths.

Try this delightfully citrusy orange flavoured macaroon cake next time you're asked to 'bring a plate'. The unique combination and texture of coconut and orange will be a sure fire winner.

It's not that hard being green... there's a pond, plenty of water, lily pads and a rainbow connection... Why, there's lots of fun to be had!

This cake is perfect for a first birthday party. It's quite simple to make, so you're not spending lots of time on a creation that probably won't be given its due attention by the birthday child.

When folding flour into egg mixture, you can use a large metal spoon, a rubber spatula, a whisk or use one hand like a rake. “This is my mum’s recipe, and whenever I go home, I’ll always find one waiting in the cake tin.” Note

Put the kettle on and enjoy a piece of this zesty slice with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Drizzled with melted white chocolate, these delightful cookies are perfect for a special occasion.

If you like, decorate the brownie with white chocolate curls ­ just run a vegetable peeler down the side of a just slightly warmed chocolate block. Jersey caramels are available at supermarkets in the confectionery aisle. Note