Spring

Spring Bakes and Cakes

Now is a great chance to dust off the apron and get creative in the kitchen with some delectable spring cakes. We have also included a list of our very own spring coffees that are now available at your nearest Cafe2U van. Dive into our list below! 

Lemon Drizzle Cake

A perfect cake for a perfect spring day, the lemon drizzle. Filled with lemony goodness, it’s vibrant and delicious - that’s why it’s one of the nation’s favourite sweet treats. 

Here’s the ingredients you will need: 

  • 225g unsalted butter, softened

  • 225g caster sugar

  • 4 eggs

  • 225g self-raising flour

  • 1 lemon zest

For the drizzle topping 

  • 1½ lemons, juiced

  • 85g caster sugar

Nice and simple, this lemon drizzle will take around 1 hour to make, with 15 minutes prep and 45 minutes baking. You can find the full recipe at BBC Good Food.

Victoria Sponge Cake

Another quintessentially British cake, the Victoria Sponge is a perfect spring treat. This classic cake features layers of light sponge sandwiched together by velvety cream and juicy strawberries. This recipe should serve ten people - here’s what you’ll need to get started: 

  • 175g (6oz) butter, softened

  • 175g caster sugar

  • 3 eggs

  • 175g self-raising flour

  • 250ml (8fl oz) double cream

  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste, or vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp icing sugar, plus extra for decoration

  • 400g (13oz) strawberries

  • 4 tbsp strawberry jam (optional)

This is a cake that won’t disappoint - find the full recipe on Tesco Real Food.

Apple and Cinnamon Cake

This apple cinnamon cake is perfect for anyone looking for a simple spring showstopper. Here’s what you’ll need to start making this delicious dessert:

  • 6 apples peeled and chopped

  • 1½ cups soft brown sugar

  • 2 cups flour

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 cup plain yogurt

  • ½ cup canola oil

  • 1 tsp vanilla

This is a great recipe, and it’ll use up any leftover apples sitting in your fruit bowl - you can find the full recipe and method on Simply Delicious

Hot Cross Buns

A spring classic, we have found a wonderful recipe for Hot Cross Buns from Bake Off’s Paul Hollywood - here’s what you’ll need to get you started: 

For the buns

  • 300ml full-fat milk , plus 2 tbsp more

  • 50g butter

  • 500g strong bread flour

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 75g caster sugar

  • 1 tbsp sunflower oil

  • 7g sachet fast-action or easy-blend yeast

  • 1 egg , beaten

  • 75g sultanas

  • 50g mixed peel

  • zest 1 orange

  • 1 apple , peeled, cored and finely chopped

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

For the cross

  • 75g plain flour , plus extra for dusting

  • For the glaze

  • 3 tbsp apricot jam

These decorated buns have lots of texture and flavour - that’s why there’s so many ingredients. You can find the full recipe on BBC Good Food

A Coffee to Complement

We have recently launched our Spring Drinks range, featuring Easter Egg Hot Chocolate, Mocharetto Mocha, and the Hot Cross Latte - the perfect drink to pair with your summer cakes and bakes. Find your nearest barista on our website.