Tempting Cakes and Bakes to Try This World Baking Day

Tempting Cakes and Bakes to Try This World Baking Day: World Baking Day is a celebration of creativity, tradition, and the simple joy of making something delicious from scratch. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this special day is the perfect excuse to explore new recipes and perfect old favorites. In this article, we present a selection of tempting cakes and bakes that are sure to impress your family and friends. Let’s dive into the delightful world of baking and discover some irresistible treats.

Classic Chocolate Cake

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
4. Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour into prepared pans.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool in pans for 10 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Frosting

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. Beat butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, beating to spreading consistency.
3. Stir in vanilla. Frost the cooled cake.

Lemon Drizzle Cake

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• Zest of 2 lemons

Lemon Syrup

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• Juice of 2 lemons

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Mix in the lemon zest. Add flour mixture and milk alternately, beginning and ending with flour.
5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Meanwhile, make the lemon syrup by heating sugar and lemon juice in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves.
7. Once the cake is baked, poke holes in the top with a skewer and pour the syrup over the cake. Allow to cool in the pan.

Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies

Ingredients

Brownie Layer

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Cheesecake Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raspberry jam

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, melt butter. Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
3. Add cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder. Spread half of the batter in the prepared pan.
4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Carefully spread over brownie batter.
5. Dollop raspberry jam over the cheesecake layer and swirl with a knife.
6. Spread remaining brownie batter on top.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes. Cool in the pan before cutting into squares.

Cinnamon Rolls

Dough Ingredients

• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg

Filling Ingredients

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

Glaze Ingredients

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2. Heat milk, water, and butter until warm (120°F to 130°F). Add to flour mixture, followed by the egg.
3. Beat on low speed until combined. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
4. Knead on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
5. Punch down dough. Roll into a 15×10 inch rectangle.
6. Spread butter over dough. Combine brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter.
7. Roll up dough tightly and cut into 12 rolls. Place in a greased 9×13 inch pan. Cover and let rise until doubled (about 30 minutes).
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Combine glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls.

Gluten-Free Banana Bread

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 4 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
4. Stir in mashed bananas, yogurt, and vanilla until well blended. Add flour mixture and stir just until moistened.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Let bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion

These recipes are just a glimpse into the vast and delicious world of baking. Each cake and bake offers a unique flavor and experience, perfect for celebrating World Baking Day. Whether you crave the rich decadence of a classic chocolate cake, the refreshing zest of a lemon drizzle cake, the irresistible combination of raspberry and cheesecake in brownies, the comforting aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls, or the moist delight of gluten-free banana bread, there’s something here for every taste and preference.