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Everyone loves a slice of cake, right? It’s one of those things that universally brings us all together, around the kitchen table. It’s safe to say that no occasion is complete without a delicious cake to put a smile on everyone’s face.

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We have the best cake recipes for all occasions and preferences – whether it’s a birthday cake, a special cake for a celebration, or a ‘just because’ cake, you will not be disappointed with this collection!

New Idea’s 67 best cake recipes

caramel top deck cheesecake
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A heavenly creation of biscuits, caramel and all things nice.

Passionfruit Blueberry Ricotta Cake with Lemon Cream
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Deliciously sweet and packed with summer goodness!

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Banana almond cake with toffee sauce
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A heavenly dessert to spoil everyone!

frosted-passionfruit-buttercake
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Passionfruit lovers won’t be able to resist this tropical delight!

passionfruit-and-mango-refrigerator-cake
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Deliciously sweet and full of summery goodness!

berry-rhubarb-topped-cheesecake
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Two of the yummiest fruits in the same dish!

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no-back-berry-biscoff-cake
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This cake is pure decadence, and you don’t even need to turn on the oven.

Caramel-Toblerone-Cheesecake
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You simply must try this divine dessert!

snickers-cheescake
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The dream cake for Snickers fans, it really satisfies!

apple-crumble-cheesecake
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So nice, you’ll want to make it twice!

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choc-fudge-air-fryer-cake
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Not just for the kids to get stuck into…

frozen-caramel-snickers-cheesecake
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An irresistible chilled treat of caramel and chocolate! This is undoubtedly one of our best cake recipes.

Passionfruit-Cake-with-Passionfruit-Drizzle
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Looking for a showstopper dessert cake? Then go no further!

Nutella-Donuts-Layered-Cake
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This cake has the “wow” factor you’re looking for!

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kit-kat-cheesecake
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A cracker dessert to impress…without all the stress.

ginger-fluff-sponge-cake
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This recipe was passed down by a classic Country Women’s Association stalwart. It has had a recent renaissance for one reason: sponge! It’s irresistibly fluffy.

3-Ingredient-Nutella-Fudge-Cake
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It just doesn’t get easier – or yummier!

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This impressive crowd-pleasing dessert is heavenly!

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Kingston-Biscuit-Cheesecake
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This no-bake dessert is as easy as it is mouth-watering.

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Oranges give real zest to this easy orange cake, which is easy to make and can be frozen for up to 6 weeks.

caramilk-cheesecake
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The depth of flavour in the caramelised white chocolate takes this cheesecake to new heights.

No-bake-Neapolitan-cheesecake
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This fun take on Neapolitan ice cream takes only 30 mins to prep, and there’s no cooking needed!

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Lemon-drizzle-yoghurt-cake
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This yoghurt and lemon drizzle cake is refreshingly zesty, and one of our most popular cake recipes.

oreo-caramel-cheesecake
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Now this is one dessert that will REALLY impress!

orange-velvet-cake
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A new twist on an old favourite!

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The simple hack behind this super-easy, super yummy cake will make your day!

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Best-Ever-Black-Forest-Cake
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This mouth-watering retro classic is even better than you remember!

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Make sure you savour this one.

Wagon-Wheel-Cheesecake
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Looking for a showstopper cake? Then go no further!

Lindt-Chocolate-Truffle-Cheesecake
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The Lindt truffles make this cake feel oh-so-special.

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Jaffa Cake with Warm Chocolate Drizzle
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Calling all Jaffa fans! You’re going to love this cake.

Caramel-banana-coconut-cake
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Just add a drizzle of caramel sauce to this banana cake with cream cheese frosting for a combo no one will be able to resist.

Neapolitan-Cake-with-Frosting-Rosettes
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The ultimate cake for any celebration – this cake is much easier than it looks!

apple-steusel-cake
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A European-style cake that’s full of apples and finished with a crunchy streusel topping.

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Chocolate-Mint-Layer-Cake
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Take a simple cake packet mix to a whole new level!

Honey-Cinnamon-Streusel-Ricotta-Cheesecake
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Looking for a cheesecake that will REALLY impress?

Red-Velvet-Cheesecake
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Red velvet cupcake fans will be drooling over this bright red cheesecake, and its base is made of Choc Ripple biscuits.

Banoffee-Mousse-Cake
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It just doesn’t get easier – or yummier! – than this delicious NO-BAKE dessert.

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Peach-custard-cake
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With sliced peaches elegantly baked into the top crust, the peach custard cake is a beautiful recipe to make when needing to bring a plate.

No-Bake-Mochaccino-Layer-Cake
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It doesn’t get easier than this!

Fudgy-Chocolate-Meringue-Cake
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Now THIS is a cake!

Chocolate-cake-with-coffee-frosting
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This luscious chocolate cake is one of our best cake recipes and is perfect for afternoon tea or a special celebration.

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lime-coconut-cake
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This old-fashioned favourite can be whipped up in no time.

Raspberry-and-Cream-Sponge-Cake
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Looks as gorgeous as it tastes!

SEMI-NAKED-CHOCOLATE-CAKE
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A must-have for all chocoholics! 

caramel-mocha-cake
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Make an all-time favourite that everyone will love.

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hummingbird-cake
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Be inspired – this stunning creation is great to share at any party or celebration.

baklava-cheesecake
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A delicious twist on the traditional Mediterranean dessert.

white-chocolate-mudcake
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Go on, treat yourself. Serve this spectacular celebration cake as a dessert or with a cuppa.

rainbow-marble-cake
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It’s just 50 cents per serve, great for a kids’ birthday party!

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sticky-date-slab-cake
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You love sticky date pudding – why not try a sticky date cake?

Spiced-Maple-and-Mascarpone-Cream-Cake
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You and your guests will give the thumbs up to this dessert!

black forest cake
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A retro delight, sure to please a crowd!

Nectarine and Raspberry Shortcake
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A make-ahead treat worth sharing.

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Spiced Pear and Thyme Cake with Biscoff Drizzle
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The perfect sweet finish to any meal!

Pina Colada Cake
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Perfect for those who love to get caught in the rain…

Vanilla Buttercake with Coconut Ice Frosting
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It’s pretty AND delicious.

Berry Jam Upside-Down Cake
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You’ll be wanting more in no time.

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Nutella Choc-Extreme Cake
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It’s the dessert to end all desserts!

Rhubarb and custard cake
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Rhubarb and custard are a match made in heaven!

Carrot and pistachio loaf
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Your kitchen will smell heavenly!

Caramel Macadamia Viennetta
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The ’90s classic is trending again!

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Frozen Mars Bar Ice-Cream Cake
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Frozen Mars Bar Ice-Cream Cake

Perfect for parties or any occasion, this cake is guaranteed to get everyone talking.

Gluten-Free Christmas Cake
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Gluten-Free Christmas Cake

Even though it’s free of gluten, it’s just as festive and delicious.

Raspberry-Topped Pistachio Cheesecake
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Raspberry-Topped Pistachio Cheesecake

This cheesecake is a guaranteed showstopper on your Christmas table.

Peachy Pecan Fruit Cakes
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Peachy Pecan Fruit Cake

For the festive season, you cannot go wrong with these.

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Chrissie Swan Cinnamon Donut Cake
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Chrissie Swan’s Cinnamon Donut Cake

This cake is the perfect for a quick and easy afternoon tea, courtesy of the self-confessed “shortcut queen”.

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