It’s National Baking Week! To celebrate the occasion, and Halloween coming up, we’re sharing some brilliant treats to get you in the mood for the spooky season. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or want to wow the trick-or-treaters, we’ve got you covered. Here are 3 delicious Halloween bakes to have a go at making this week, with some clever Busy B Kitchen Essentials keeping you beautifully organised!
For The Kids: Ghoulish Halloween cupcakes
If you’re after a quick and easy sweet treat to serve up this Halloween, these ghoulish vanilla cupcakes are ideal. A great activity for the kids to roll up their sleeves and get involved in, they can decorate them with their favourite Halloween characters. Serving up to 12 people, they’ll be a hit with the young ones and grown-ups alike. Even better, store any leftovers using our handy Kitchen Labels and know just how long you can enjoy them for!
Read the full recipe here: Ghoulish Halloween Cupcakes
The Statement Piece: Slasher Cake
This slasher themed cake would have even Freddy Krueger squeamish – and it’s easier than it looks! Fondant icing, strawberry jam and red food colouring are all you need to achieve a ‘blood’ topping and filling. If you want a centre piece to your Halloween display, this creation is perfect. You can then add this recipe to our Recipe File, so that you can make it again and again, decorating however you please – go food colouring wild!
Read the full recipe here: Halloween Slasher Cake
Sweetly & Sophisticated: Pumpkin Spice Scones
Looking for a more subtle Halloween treat? These scones would be perfect for a night with friends, a treat for your work colleagues, or just injecting some Autumnal yumminess into your busy life. Serve these lightly spiced pumpkin scones warm and topped generously with butter or cream cheese. You can use our Meal Planner Pad to incorporate your baked treats into your weekly diet and enjoy them throughout the entire season!
Read the full recipe here: Pumpkin Spice Scones
We can’t wait to see what clever creations you come up with throughout this National Baking Week. Don’t forget to tag us on Instagram @cleverbusyb. Happy baking!
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