Lovely Bakes: The Best British Treats for Autumn

Assortment of breads, cakes, and cookies on a table

Imbuing the home with the welcoming scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla—among other beloved seasonal flavors—herald the arrival of autumn with a tantalizing array of British baked goods.

Eccles Cakes

Eccles cakes in a basket

Made with prepared puff pastry, Eccles Cakes boast a sublime filling of sweetened dried cherries, blanched almonds, and candied orange peel.

Chocolate Hobnobs

Chocolate hobnobs on a blue plate

Drizzles draw the eye to Chocolate Hobnobs, crisp oat-based cookies perfect for dipping in a hot beverage.

Coffee Walnut Cake

Coffee walnut cake on a a cake stand

No matter the cup of choice, a generous slice of Coffee Walnut Cake—garnering flavor through brewed coffee and instant espresso powder—offers an ideal accompaniment.

Custard Creams with Jam

Custard creams on a tiered tray

Custard Creams with Jam elevate teatime, with heart cutouts offering windows to the preserves and frosting within. 

West Country Apple Cake 

Apple cake on a cake stand

The Granny Smith variety takes center stage in West Country Apple Cake, which can also be served with crème anglaise. 

Text Melissa Lester
Photography Mac Jamieson
Styling Donna Nichols
Recipe Development Leah Perez
Food Styling Chloe Gebacz

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