Impressive cake recipes for dinner parties

Every dinner party needs an impressive grand finale - and what has more wow factor than a show stopping cake recipe? Finish your dinner party on a high note with these impressive cake recipes. From rich chocolate layers and elegant citrus sponges to cheesecakes and spins on the classics, these cakes are designed to wow guests and make every occasion feel extra special.

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Show-stopping cakes are trending for dinner parties. From layered creations to elegant single-serve desserts, these bakes combine beautiful presentation with incredible flavour.

Persian Love Cake

Persian Love Cake

4.4

Lamington Cake with Lemon Curd and Cream

Lamington Cake with Lemon Curd and Cream

4.9

Celebration Surprise Inside Sponge Cake

Celebration Surprise Inside Sponge Cake

4.4

Carrot and Pecan Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Carrot and Pecan Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

4.3

Basque Cheesecake with Passionfruit Curd

Basque Cheesecake with Passionfruit Curd

4.6

Marmalade Tea Cake

Marmalade Tea Cake

4.2

Watch how to make stunning cakes step by step. Learn techniques for layering, icing and decorating to create desserts worthy of any dinner party.

Sponge Cake with Cream and Passionfruit Curd

Recipe: Sponge Cake with Cream and Passionfruit Curd

Dairy-free Lemon Avocado Pound Cake

Recipe: Dairy-free Lemon Avocado Pound Cake

Coffee and Hazelnut Layer Cake

Recipe: Coffee and Hazelnut Layer Cake

Magic Custard Cake

Recipe: Magic Custard Cake

Pink Jelly Cakes

Recipe: Pink Jelly Cakes

Vanilla Layer Cake with Passionfruit Curd

Recipe: Vanilla Layer Cake with Passionfruit Curd

Browse impressive cake recipes perfect for entertaining. Save your favourites and bake a dessert that guests will remember.

Sponge Cake with Cream and Passionfruit Curd

Sponge Cake with Cream and Passionfruit Curd

4.5

Magic Beesting Custard Cake

Magic Beesting Custard Cake

3.7

Pink Jelly Cakes

Pink Jelly Cakes

4.6

Basque Cheesecake with Passionfruit Curd

Basque Cheesecake with Passionfruit Curd

4.6

Carrot Cake

Carrot Cake

4.4

Little Lemon Meringue Cakes

Little Lemon Meringue Cakes

4.2

Butternut Pumpkin Spice Cake with Sunflower Almond Toffee

Butternut Pumpkin Spice Cake with Sunflower Almond Toffee

4.7

Rainbow Teacake with Vanilla Frosting and M&Ms

Rainbow Teacake with Vanilla Frosting and M&Ms

4.4

Coconut Lime Cake with Lime Curd and Cream Cheese Frosting, Lychees and Passion Fruit

Coconut Lime Cake with Lime Curd and Cream Cheese Frosting, Lychees and Passion Fruit

3.9

Chocolate and Pistachio Ice Cream Cake with Hot Chocolate Sauce

Chocolate and Pistachio Ice Cream Cake with Hot Chocolate Sauce

4.8

Giant Wagon Wheel Cake

Giant Wagon Wheel Cake

4.5

Baklava Cheesecake

Baklava Cheesecake

4.4

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