12 months of birthday cakes

If summer had a flavour, it would be citrus: bold, bright, and unapologetically zingy. Bursting with colour, crunch and that unmistakable lip-smacking freshness, these four joyful recipes from recipe

Ingredients (Serves 10-12) 150 g plain flour225 g caster sugar9 large egg whites1½ tsp cream of tartar1 tsp pure vanilla extractPink food colouring600 ml double cream1 tsp essence of pure rosewaterSug

Enjoy these fresh and fruity delights

Serves 12 Prep time 40 min Cook time 2 hours 10 min, plus at least 2 hours cooling Specialist kit 2 piping bags (see Know-how); small star nozzle; plain nozzle MAKE AHEAD You can make the meringue pie

Bring all the beloved flavours of the classic tart together into a showstopping cake. Almond-rich sponges are sandwiched with black cherry conserve and finished with silky buttercream – just the thing

From beginners to star bakers – everyone can enjoy these timeless treats