Fan-Tested Hairy Bikers Recipes
Explore the best Hairy Bikers desserts and bakes, from classic cakes and puddings to simple crumbles, tarts, and scones.
This classic Hairy Bikers cranachan recipe layers toasted porridge oats and flaked almonds with fresh raspberries, whisky-spiked cream, and clear honey. The result is a light, fruity Scottish dessert with a lovely crunch. It serves six and takes just 25 minutes from start to finish. I make this every Burns Night as the perfect end …
This moist Hairy Bikers chocolate cake from Everyday Winners is made with real dark chocolate, cocoa powder, butter, and sour cream. The result is a rich, tender sponge topped with a smooth cocoa buttercream. It takes about an hour to make and serves 8–10. I make this every time someone in the family has a …
This Hairy Bikers Bakewell tart is made with almond shortcrust pastry, raspberry jam, and a generous frangipane filling topped with flaked almonds. A proper British classic from the heart of Derbyshire, it serves 6–8 and takes around 1 hour 35 minutes. I make this every time I want a showstopper dessert that looks impressive but …
This Manchester tart recipe is a proper British classic made with buttery shortcrust pastry, raspberry jam, smooth custard and toasted coconut. First published by Mrs Beeton in the 1860s as “Manchester Pudding,” it became a school dinner favourite across the UK. This version from the Hairy Bikers serves 8 and takes about 1 hour 10 …
This light, buttery victoria sponge recipe from the Hairy Bikers takes the British classic and gives it a proper twist. Made with macerated blackberries and a cardamom spiced cream filling, it first appeared in the Hairy Bikers’ Comfort Food cookbook. Ready in 45 minutes and serving 6, it is everything a victoria sponge should be …
This Hairy Bikers parkin recipe makes a sticky ginger cake with golden syrup, soft brown sugar, and ground ginger. The result is a wonderfully moist cake that gets stickier the longer you keep it. It takes just over an hour and serves 8. I love making this for bonfire night as it’s one of those …
This festive mince pies recipe is made with homemade mincemeat, orange pastry, brandy and mixed spices. The result is a traditional British treat perfect for Christmas. Make it with 12-15 servings, plus an overnight rest for the mincemeat and 20-25 minutes baking time. I make this every Christmas season. The Hairy Bikers’ approach delivers authentic …
This classic Hairy Bikers jam roly poly is made with suet pastry, raspberry jam, and semi-skimmed milk. It bakes in just 35 minutes for a soft, comforting British pudding. This recipe serves 6 and is perfect with hot custard. I love making this on a cold Sunday afternoon when the family wants something properly old-fashioned. …
This moist, spiced apple cake is made with Bramley cooking apples, self-raising flour, sunflower oil, demerara sugar, and warm cinnamon. The apples break down into soft, sweet pockets throughout the sponge, and a crunchy sugar topping adds a golden finish. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes from start to finish and serves 12. I …
This classic bread and butter pudding is made with slices of white bread, sultanas, eggs, milk, and double cream. The custard soaks into layers of buttered bread triangles for a tender, golden-topped dessert. It takes about 50 minutes and serves 6. I make this whenever I have bread that needs using up. It is one …