Old school traybake recipes (2024)

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School-days sprinkle sponge
A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.88 ratings
Fancy a trip down memory lane? This classic school cake with rainbow sprinkles will do the trick. Serve as an afternoon treat, or for dessert with custard
- 1 hr
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Banana traybake with cream cheese frosting
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.17 ratings
Enjoy this indulgent banana traybake for dessert or with a cuppa for an afternoon treat. Sprinkle with a dusting of cinnamon for the finishing touch
- 1 hr 10 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings
Rustle up this traybake with coffee and pecan flavours for a grown up sweet treat. Serve a square with a cuppa for afternoon tea or a mid-morning snack
- 1 hr 15 mins
- Easy
Chocolate chip traybake
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.37 ratings
Bake these chocolate chip squares for the family. Easy to make, this traybake is ideal for cooking (and eating!) with kids
- 50 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Raspberry ripple blondies
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.7 ratings
Treat the family to this simple but gorgeous traybake. Made with dark and white chocolate and fresh or frozen raspberries, these blondies won't last long
- 1 hr 10 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Chocolate traybake
A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.39 ratings
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This American-style chocolate traybake is super-easy, can be prepared in advance and cuts into even portions. It's perfect for birthday parties or bake sales
- 45 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings
This clever twist on the classic bakewell has a delicate floral flavour, making it ideal for serving at spring garden parties or bake sales
- 1 hr 50 mins
- More effort
- Vegetarian
Vegan chocolate party traybake
A star rating of 5 out of 5.14 ratings
Make an indulgent vegan chocolate traybake the whole family will love. This simple bake is perfect for sharing at parties or a special occasion
- 1 hr 15 mins
- Easy
- Vegan
Chocolate concrete cake
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.14 ratings
Indulge in these chocolate crunch squares whenever you need a sweet treat. They're lovely with a cup of tea or coffee
- 45 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Neapolitan traybake
A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings
Try this bake for pure nostalgia in cake form. With vanilla, chocolate and strawberry flavours, it's topped off with whipped cream and a chocolate flake
- 1 hr 10 mins
- Vegetarian
Carrot cake
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.1242 ratings
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
- 1 hr 15 mins
- Easy
Tropical upside-down cake
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.3 ratings
Update the retro upside-down cake with the sunny flavours of coconut, lime and a splash of coconut rum – it gives the cake a glorious boozy edge
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- 1 hr
- Easy
- Vegetarian
Chocolate crunch with caramel sauce
A star rating of 4 out of 5.7 ratings
Update a classic school-dinner recipe by using caramel sauce instead of pink custard to serve alongside chocolate squares. Kids (and big kids) will love it
- 45 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
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A star rating of 5 out of 5.7 ratings
These easy-to-make, fudgy brownies, complete with retro decoration, marry a much-loved flavour pairing of cherry and chocolate
- 1 hr 10 mins
- Easy
Fruity traybake
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.23 ratings
A moist sponge made from banana, apple, carrots and mango, topped with a fruity cream cheese frosting
- 1 hr
- Easy
Pink jam slice
A star rating of 4 out of 5.27 ratings
A pretty in pink traybake sponge with retro marble icing and a layer of raspberry jam
- 1 hr 15 mins
- Easy
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.6 ratings
This fruity cake uses ground rice and almond extract for a cheaper bake - perfect for a cake sale or as a teatime treat
- 1 hr 15 mins
- More effort
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.81 ratings
A buttery traybake, full of new-season fruit and spice
- 1 hr 20 mins
- More effort
Chocolate fudge cake
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.160 ratings
You just can't beat a good chocolate cake, and this one is guaranteed to disappear as soon as you cut the first slice
- 1 hr 20 mins
- Easy
Peach Melba squares
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.90 ratings
This traybake can be mixed
together in no time and is simple to slice and
transport
- 1 hr 10 mins
- Easy
Coconut carrot slices
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.105 ratings
If you’re looking for a treat for afternoon
tea, or something to make for a cake sale, try this crunchy-topped traybake
- 50 mins
- Easy
Cappuccino traybake
A star rating of 3.6 out of 5.58 ratings
Coffee mornings were made for this moreish cappuccino cake, and it's ready in under an hour
- 55 mins
- Easy
White chocolate traybake
A star rating of 3.8 out of 5.36 ratings
Bake our easy white chocolate traybake with creamy icing and get creative with toppings. These bite-sized cakes are ideal for sharing or bake sales
- 50 mins
- Easy
A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.14 ratings
This childhood favourite is sticky, indulgent and completely moreish
- 1 hr 35 mins
- Easy

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What is school cake made of? ›

School cake, for those who don't know… is a really very simple recipe. It's a vanilla sponge cake, topped with water icing and sprinkles! It really is that simple.

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What could be the result of the baked cake if you will not sift the ingredients? ›

It isn't always necessary to sift unless you are making something very specific that needs that extra caution and fineness of ingredients. Cakes will rise without sifting. Sifting might add a tiny bit of lighter texture than not.

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How do you store school cakes? ›

How do I store School Cake? Store in an airtight container at room temperature and consume within three days.

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What is Elvis Presley cake? ›

An Elvis Presley cake is a single-layer classic yellow cake that's topped with a pineapple glaze. Much like a poke cake, the syrup and juices of the pineapple will seep into the cake through fork holes, resulting in a decadent, ultra-moist cake.

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Where did school cake come from? ›

From the early 20th-century bakery of the Quaker Henry Chalkley, to be precise. The cake was handed out free to schoolchildren when Tottenham Hotspur first won the FA Cup in 1901.

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What happens when you bake a cake without sugar? ›

Sugar helps cakes stay moist after baking. A completely sugar-free cake will dry out quickly, so wrap cooled cakes in cling film to prevent moisture loss.

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Does sifting flour really make a difference? ›

Why You Should Sift Flour. Putting your flour through a sifter will break up any lumps in the flour, which means you can get a more accurate measurement. Sifted flour is also much lighter and airier than unsifted flour and is easier to mix into other ingredients when making batters and doughs.

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What is a fairy cake tin? ›

The term "fairy cake" is a term that tended to be used in the UK to describe an individual sponge cake, which was usually a Victoria sponge mixture and often with a glace icing. They were smaller than the cupcakes we know now and were made in shallower tins or pans (patty pan tins).

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How do you store Traybake? ›

Traybakes; Traybakes also look fantastic displayed under a cake dome. When storing traybakes, we recommend they are stored ambient, in an airtight container to ensure they stay fresh and crunchy.

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Can you bake a cake in a glass dish? ›

Glass bakeware is heavier and slower to heat than metal, but once it's hot, it retains that heat for much longer. So when using a glass pan to bake something like a cake or a batch of brownies, you may find that the sides and bottom will brown at a much faster rate than the interior cooks.

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Is a piece of cake unhealthy? ›

If you are generally eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly, then having a slice of cake once in a while is unlikely to derail your progress. However, if you are struggling to lose weight or have specific health goals, then it may be best to avoid cake or other unhealthy treats.

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Does cake have more calories than bread? ›

Cake has more calories than bread. Because cake is mostly made up of baking soda, but bread is mostly made with the help of yeast, so cake contain more calories. Cake is more sweeter than bread because more powdered sugar or refined sugar (Sucrose) is added so cake has more calories.

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What is cake mainly made of? ›

The most common ingredients include flour, sugar, eggs, fat (such as butter, oil, or margarine), a liquid, and a leavening agent, such as baking soda or baking powder.

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What is the cake made of or from? ›

The cake is made from flour.

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What is lazy cake made of? ›

Lazy cake is a delicious treat made with just a few simple ingredients. It is usually made with dark chocolate, crushed biscuits or crackers, and optionally added roasted walnuts or hazelnuts or almonds. The ingredients are combined in a bowl and melted over low heat until they are completely melted.

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What is year cake made of? ›

It's a riff on a traditional Chinese New Year Cake— in Cantonese 'Nin Go' (which translates to 'year cake')— which is cake made of glutinous rice flour that's traditionally steamed and then often times sliced and then pan fried for a crispy golden crust.

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