Apple cake is revered in Germany, and Rick Stein's classic apfelkuchen with a crunchy cinnamon topping will show you why. Any dessert apples will work for this, but avoid using Bramleys that won't keep their shape.
This cake is a celebration of Californian citrus fruit. After the gold rush, the prosperity of this state, came from the massive cultivation of oranges. Californians treat citrus in the same way as the British view apples. They know all the many varieties and shop for them by taste and name. You can use any kind of small citrus fruit for this cake.
This chocolate traybake is topped with a milk chocolate icing feathered with white chocolate. This is a great cake to share for a birthday party. Decorate it as you like - try topping it with sweets, chopped chocolate bars or marshmallows!
This carrot cake with ginger and walnuts is a twist on the classic - not too much icing, not too sweet. Just right with a cup of tea.