Cake

A soft vanilla sponge wrapped around silky honey Mascarpone, roasted figs and pistachios — this Fig Pistachio Honey Rolled Layer Cake is my kind of early-autumn dessert. Fresh figs are roasted with honey and orange until their juices become glossy and intensely flavoured, while the Mascarpone filling stays light, creamy, and just sweet enough. The result is a delicate cake with layers of soft sponge, roasted fruit, pistachio, and honey in every slice.

As summer draws to a close, I find myself craving different kinds of baked goods. Light, fruity summer treats gradually give way to warmer flavours—cinnamon, toasted walnuts, brown sugar, and caramel. These Walnut Caramel Cinnamon Rolls are perfect for the transition into autumn. Wonderfully soft and airy, and generously filled with cinnamon, brown sugar, and chopped walnuts, they are drizzled with homemade caramel sauce while still warm. They feel cosy without being too heavy, making them perfect for those early autumn mornings when summer hasn’t quite left us yet, but we’re ready for a little more comfort from the kitchen.

This Black Forest Spiral Gateau gives a German classic an elegant, rolled twist. A chocolate Swiss roll forms the beautiful spiral border, while the interior consists of layers of delicate cocoa sponge, homemade Sour Cherry Curd, airy Mascarpone cream, and juicy sour cherries. Finished with whipped cream, fresh cherries, and dark chocolate shavings, this elegant cake is a real summer showstopper.

Soft, fluffy sweet rolls filled with a rich chocolate–graham swirl and topped with toasted marshmallows. These S’mores Sweet Rolls are a bakery-style twist on the classic campfire dessert: gooey chocolate, buttery dough, crunchy graham crumbs, and golden marshmallow tops in every bite. Perfect for summer baking, cosy weekends, brunch tables, or when you want something nostalgic but elevated.

Soft raspberry spiral sponge wraps around a creamy vanilla Mascarpone filling with roasted peaches, almond crunch, and a vibrant raspberry centre. This elegant chilled loaf cake is inspired by Peach Melba and combines the beauty of a Charlotte-style dessert with the structure of a modern slice cake.

These Roasted Apricot Honey Rolls are everything I love about early summer baking: soft, golden, fragrant, and just sweet enough. Roasting the apricots deepens their flavour and gives the rolls a beautiful jammy texture without making them overly heavy. A touch of cardamom adds warmth, while Mascarpone glaze and toasted almonds bring a bakery-style finish.

These Pistachio Lemon Rolls are everything a May bake should be: soft, fragrant, and just a little bit special. The richness of pistachio cream is balanced with fresh lemon zest, creating a filling that feels indulgent without being heavy.

If you love streusel cake but also want something a little different, this Strawberry Lemon Streusel Crown Cake is a beautiful twist on a classic favourite. Instead of scattering crumbs across the top, a buttery almond streusel is rolled, sliced into spirals, and arranged around the edge of the cake to create a golden crown. The centre stays open for fresh strawberries, which soften into the batter as the cake bakes.

This Raspberry Vanilla Rolled Layer Cake combines delicate sponge layers, fresh raspberries, and light diplomat cream. Instead of traditional horizontal layers, the sponge is rolled into vertical strips, creating a beautiful spiral pattern when sliced. This elegant cake looks impressive but is surprisingly simple once you understand the technique.

A soft, cloud-like yeast dough rolled with a structured cheesecake filling, dotted with fresh strawberries and tiny flecks of mint. Light, creamy, refreshing — the perfect roll to welcome early spring.