The mere sight of a freshly baked cake is enough to make us grin. A lot of us realised how baking could prove to be such a therapeutic affair during the lockdown, and what all did we not try baking.

Allie has been Lifehacker’s Food Writer since 2021. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Ithaca College in drama and studied at the Institute of Culinary Education to earn her diploma in Pastry and ...

Serves: 12-24, depending on tin size. The amounts given are for a loaf tin (950g) or a Bundt tin. For a bigger Bundt tin, double the amounts and bake for 15 minutes longer. 2. Put the butter in a bowl ...