SARAH RAINEY BAKES

Bank Holiday baking is my favourite kind of baking. You've had a lie-in, the out-of-office is on and the whole day stretches ahead, full...

This simple, one-layer cake is dense, moist and syrupy. It uses almonds instead of flour, which gives it a rich, toasty texture, and...

This comforting, fruity pud reminds me of my childhood: something warm and stodgy to tuck into on a chilly evening, preferably drenched...

Crisp, buttery, light as a pillow... these little beauties are to die for. I first tasted them in Madrid, where no bakery is ever without...

Bittersweet dark chocolate and crunchy ginger biscuits... is there any better combination? These little after-dinner pots are creamy,...

Half-soup, half-toastie, this bowl of hearty goodness will transport you somewhere cosy and warm on a cold day. I love French onion soup,...

This simple sponge cake is a secret showstopper. It may look plain but it's sweet, light and fluffy as a cloud. Serve it for afternoon...

There is, apparently, a story in China that pizza-lovers the world over have the humble spring onion pancake to thank for their favourite...

When I was little, Rice Krispie buns were my FAVOURITE. Obviously I loved eating them - no party was worth going to if there weren't...

These easy cheesy dippers are the perfect party snack. Made from mozzarella, eggs and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, they couldn't be simpler...

Baking for breakfast shouldn't be allowed... but these nutty granola bars are basically a souped-up version of a bowl of cereal, so you...

When my sister and I were little and craving something sweet, we knew exactly what to do. We'd raid the cupboards for some marshmallows,...

People often ask me what the most impressive three ingredient recipe I've come up with is. And my response is always the same: this...

Some days – the grey, mizzly ones that made up most of our ‘summer’ – you just need to snuggle up on the sofa with a mug of tea and a big...

These tasty, bite-sized little morsels combine two of my favourite things: ginger biscuits and cream cheese. Oh, and chocolate. Which I...

Like posh Mini Cheddars, these little rounds of cheesy goodness will transport you back to your childhood. I like to serve them as...

I discovered an amazing thing the other day. I was in the supermarket, stocking up on peanut butter, and, lo and behold, on the shelf...

I don't know about you, but I am a peanut butter fiend. I've been known to demolish entire jars in a single sitting, spread it on...

I've just come back to London from a week in Ireland and I CAN'T STOP EATING POTATO FARLS. If you don't know what a farl is, boy are you...

It's hot. FAR TOO HOT. I know I shouldn't complain, but being a pasty-skinned Northern Irish woman means I'm not cut out to deal with...