Old school traybake recipes

Treat yourself to a nostalgic vanilla and raspberry cake, first baked in the eponymous north London district in the late 1800s, and still a British favourite

A pretty in pink traybake sponge with retro marble icing and a layer of raspberry jam

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

Bake these chocolate chip squares for the family. Easy to make, this traybake is ideal for cooking (and eating!) with kids

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

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

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

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

Make an indulgent vegan chocolate traybake the whole family will love. This simple bake is perfect for sharing at parties or a special occasion

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

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

This clever twist on the classic bakewell has a delicate floral flavour, making it ideal for serving at spring garden parties or bake sales

This fruity cake uses ground rice and almond extract for a cheaper bake - perfect for a cake sale or as a teatime treat

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

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

You just can't beat a good chocolate cake, and this one is guaranteed to disappear as soon as you cut the first slice

This traybake can be mixed
together in no time and is simple to slice and
transport

Coffee mornings were made for this moreish cappuccino cake, and it's ready in under an hour

If you’re looking for a treat for afternoon
tea, or something to make for a cake sale, try this crunchy-topped traybake

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

If you love the flavours of coconut, raspberry jam and dark chocolate, this macaroon traybake will be right up your street. It's a great bake for picnics or elevenses

Serve this blueberry and orange traybake pancake at the end of a family dinner for a crowd-pleasing dessert. Swap the blueberries for raspberries, if you like

A buttery traybake, full of new-season fruit and spice