The cake stand is no doubt the highlight of any school fete. Make your contribution stand out by using one of our time-tested recipes. Everything from classic toffees, biscuits, cakes and more.
Looking for more cupcake recipes, kids party food or morning tea recipes?
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Spotty cookies
Colourful, chocolatey and utterly moorish, these tasty spotty cookies are perfect for a bake stall or school fete.
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No-bake Mars Bar slice
Mars Bars are a classic treat and what better way to enjoy them than this quick and easy slice.
03
Leftover cereal slice
Contribute a delicious baked good to the cake stall AND use up the last bits of cereal in the box.
04
Chewy chocolate slice
This decadent chocolate and coconut slice is deliciously chewy and easy to make.
05
Jelly cakes
Sponge gems are sandwiched with cream, rolled in raspberry jelly and then coconut to make these adorable sweet treats.
06
Chocolate and sultana crackles
Chocolate and sultana crackles
These chocolate and sultana crackles are one way to sneak a little bit of fruit and fibre into unsuspecting kids at a party. Happily, they’re so delicious you’re bound to get away with it.
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Gingerbread folk
These homespun gingerbread folk are adorable and delicious. Perfect for a themed party, such as a baby shower or with eggnog for a Christmas bash.
08
Easy rocky road crunch
Our easy rocky road uses store bought biscuits and marshmallows and is nut-free too, so it’s great for kids parties.
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Classic lamingtons
Nothing beats fluffy sponge dipped in chocolate and rolled in coconut – fact.
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Coconut ice
This coconut ice recipe is so easy, you’ll be able to whip up a batch of adorable and colourful coconut ice on a whim!
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Animal cupcakes
Let your imagination run wild and create your own sweet menagerie with these clever little animal cupcakes by the Australian Women’s Weekly. Be prepared for squeals of delight!
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Marshmallow rice bubble slice
This 4-ingredient recipe is quick, easy and makes for a fun after-school snack. And it’s a great way to get the kids helping in the kitchen.
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Mini brown sugar and hazelnut whoopie pies
Mini brown sugar and hazelnut whoopie pies
These divine mini brown sugar and hazelnut whoopie pies are wonderfully sweet, nutty and creamy. Enjoy one with a pot of tea for an indulgent morning of afternoon snack with loved ones.
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Mixed berry baked cheesecake
The tartness of the mixed berries cuts through the sweetness of cheesecake, with a chocolate base and bright topping, it’s a stunning dessert.
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Toffee apples
Fresh crunchy apples dipped in toffee and set to create this classic treat. Perfect for parties, Halloween and school fetes.
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Double Chocolate Brownie Cookies
Rich, chewy and utterly indulgent, these decadent double chocolate cookies are just one of the never-fail desserts that make it into Best Ever Recipes cookbook.
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Doggie cupcakes
Who’s a cute doggie, then? No one will be able to resist these cute doggie cupcakes, when they also taste delicious too!
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Strawberry jelly slice
Honey snap biscuits base, a creamy centre and freshly made strawberry jelly make this delectable jelly slice perfect for kids parties (and adults too)
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Moist coconut cakes with coconut ice frosting
Moist coconut cakes with coconut ice frosting
The pretty pink frosting turns this coconut cake into something right out of a fairy tale. Remember to cool your cake completely before icing it.
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Apple streusel slice
A delightful slice with a layer of tender apple mixture topped with sweet and crunchy streusel. Perfect as a morning or afternoon tea.
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Almond and raspberry jam drops
Almond and raspberry jam drops
Made with almond meal in place of flour, these divine little almond and raspberry jam drops are soft, moist and ever so slightly crumbly. They’re also incredibly pretty!
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White chocolate and macadamia slice
White chocolate and macadamia slice
Like someone took your favourite cookie and turned into a a slice! This white chocolate and macadamia slice is a fabulous afternoon tea treat.
