Starting from scratch every time can be a drag when you're in the mood for sweets. See what to watch for when trying to make ...

This Tres Leches cake can be enjoyed by vegans and those with lactose intolerance or anyone looking to cut dairy from their ...

To check the cake is done, push a skewer into the centre ... most of the widely available brands of fondant icing are vegan. You’ll need about 850g/1lb 14oz ready-to-roll fondant icing ...

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line the bottom of a 9 by 13-inch (23 by 33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper and grease ...

4. Grease two equal cake tins with oil or vegan butter and line the bottoms with baking paper. Pour in the batter, dividing it evenly between the two, then place in the oven and bake for 40 minutes.

If you can’t be bothered, or want a vegan version, omit the eggs and substitute deep-fried gluten puffs (cut in half) or sliced deep-fried tofu. Rice cakes are often sold in the refrigerated ...

So, for those time-pressed or bake-challenged we’ve rounded up the best birthday cakes that you can nip out to the high street and buy or order online a few days before the big event. We’ve got ...