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7 Fuss-free Cakes that are Easy and Delicious

Published 12 days agoΒ β€’Β 2 min read

Hello Reader 😊

Single-layer cakes are one of my favourite things to bake. They're quick, easy and still feel like a proper treat - plus there's less washing up at the end. They're great for beginners and anyone craving something sweet who doesn't want to spend hours in the kitchen. If you're in the mood for some simple delicious baking, here are 7 single-layer cakes I think you'll love

​Flourless Lemon Cake​

A favourite in the SSM community, this lemon cake is moist, super lemony, buttery and so delicious. It's easy to make and just happens to be gluten-free too. It's been made over and over again.

Deborah said "I made this cake for Passover (last Saturday) and it stole the show….one guest had 3 pieces and took some home, too. It’s just perfection. I will be making this cake forever now…."

​Blueberry Sour Cream Cake​

Moist, tender and absolutely loaded with fresh blueberries, this blueberry sour cream cake doesn't even need a topping to look gorgeous.

Fransisca said "I have baked it and tasted it ! Its the best bluberry cake ever! Cant wait to try your other recipes"

​Pistachio Chocolate Snack Cake​

Possibly my new favourite this pistachio chocolate snack cake starts with a one bowl chocolate cake and is topped with the most scrumptiously creamy and nutty pistachio buttercream.

​Chocolate Crumb Cake​

With a soft and moist chocolate cake with a river of chocolate chips running through it and a chocolate crumb topping this cake is gorgeous texturally and in flavour. And it's so easy!

Leslie said "I made this on a hot day when I couldn’t be bothered with frosting a cake. It is SO good! I followed the recipe as written, using sour cream instead of buttermilk, and it is a big hit."

​Blueberry Chocolate Cake​

This blueberry chocolate cake starts with a delicious one bowl chocolate cake that's soft and moist and it's topped with the loveliest blueberry frosting. Blueberry and chocolate are a winning combo too.

Kim said "This cake was moist and delicious and the frosting was another level. Well done and Thanks Marie"

​Lemon Blackberry Cake​

Beautifully soft and fluffy, this bright lemon cake studded with fresh blackberries is a winner. Topped with a very simple blackberry swirled cream it's so quick and easy.

Keeley said "I made this cake for a family dinner and it was a huge hit. Even those who don’t usually like cake loved this. The only regret is they ate it all πŸ™‚ The lemon and blackberries were perfectly balanced. A lovely recipe as always Marie – thank you"

​Caramel Mud Cake​

Lovers of dense, rich and sweet cakes will love this caramel mud cake. A simple cake with a simple glaze. Even the decoration is just caramelised chocolate peeled from a bar using a vegetable peeler.

Charlotte said "Best caramel cake ever! I have made countless recipes as I have been asked to make a salted caramel cake for a wedding cake and this is by far the best. Real caramel syrupy flavour, soft texture, long shelf life. Thank you!!"

Do you have a family favourite simple cake? Hit reply and let me know what it is.

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Happy creating! Marie x

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