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Foolproof One-Tin Bakes

Written by

Hanna Miller

Published

12 March 2026

What’s it about? Foolproof One-Tin Bakes makes baking beautifully simple with 60 sweet recipes that all use just one standard 20cm (8in) round tin. Whether you’re making a birthday cake, baking for a celebration or simply fancy something homemade with a cup of tea, Hanna Miller’s straightforward recipes take the guesswork out of every bake.

Inside you’ll find timeless favourites including Carrot Cake, Victoria Sponge, Coffee and Walnut Cake, Lemon Drizzle Cake and Sticky Ginger Sponge, alongside inventive recipes such as Raspberry Peach Cake and Almond Croissant Bake. Every recipe is accompanied by a full-colour photograph, with clear instructions and helpful tips to prevent common baking mishaps, making this an accessible companion for bakers of every skill level.

Who’s the author? Hanna Miller is a London-based food stylist, chef and recipe developer with extensive experience creating and styling recipes for leading food publications. Her work has appeared in titles including Waitrose Weekend, Guardian Feast and OcadoLife, where her focus on reliable, approachable recipes has helped inspire home cooks.

Drawing on her professional kitchen and food styling expertise, Hanna has created a collection of dependable bakes that are easy to recreate at home. Foolproof One-Tin Bakes is all about helping readers achieve impressive results with minimal equipment and fuss.

Recipes we love: Carrot Cake; Victoria Sponge; Coffee and Walnut Cake; Lemon Drizzle Cake; Raspberry Peach Cake.

Perfect for: Anyone who loves baking and wants reliable, fuss-free cakes for everyday treats and special occasions, all using just one cake tin.

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