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Claire Ptak’s Easiest Bakes to Celebrate the Royal Wedding

by Jessica Lockyer-Palmer

published on 25 April 2018

There are few events that bring the nation together more than a royal wedding. If you’re seizing the opportunity to throw a street party to mark the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on 19th May, this collection of easy bakes from the official wedding cake baker, Claire Ptak’s brilliant cookbook, The Violet Bakery Cookbook, alongside some of our other favourite recipes from the likes of Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry, will help you create a celebration fit for royalty. 

Coconut Macaroons

Coconut Macaroons

by Claire Ptak

These bite-sized beauties served in cake cases are perfect for feeding a hungry crowd and are packed with sweet, rich coconut.

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Jubilee Cake

Jubilee Cake

by Linda Collister

Give your guests a slice of patriotism with this Jubilee Cake.

Fresh Strawberry Tartlets

Fresh Strawberry Tartlets

These tartlets will add a colour pop to your table and can be made in advance to take the stress out of the big day.

Coffee Cardamom Walnut Cakes

Coffee Cardamom Walnut Cakes

by Claire Ptak

These picture-perfect mini cakes will be an impressive addition to your royal spread and will save you the cake-cutting faff!

The Violet Butterscotch Blondie

The Violet Butterscotch Blondie

by Claire Ptak

The most popular item at royal wedding baker, Claire Ptak’s East London bakery, these brownies hit the salty-sweet spot and will delight your fellow revellers.

Lemon Drizzle Slices

Lemon Drizzle Slices

by Paul Hollywood

Give a nod to the royal wedding cake flavour with these easy Lemon Drizzle Slices from the undisputed King of Baking, Paul Hollywood.

For more baking inspiration from Claire Ptak, add the The Violet Bakery Cookbook to your collection.

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