Gadgetgeniussweet & simple

Mini soda breads are ideal for packed lunches or dunking into soup. No yeast, no proving, just mix, shape and cook. MAKES 6 PREP 10 mins COOK 12–15 mins EASY V 250g plain flour, plus extra for dusting

MAKES 36 PREP 20 mins plus overnight setting COOK 35 mins MORE EFFORT V 300g green shelled pistachios2 tsp flavourless oil, such assunflower oil1 tbsp cornflour1 tbsp icing sugar2 x 20cm square sheets

Quick and easy weekend treats

From beginner to star baker, everyone can enjoy these timeless bakes

Why not take a cake to your next summer gathering?

Best served warm and spread liberally with butter, these come together in a jiffy. MAKES 10 PREP 10 MINS COOK 10 MINS ✱ 250g self-raising flour ✱ 1tsp baking powder ✱ 1½tsp mustard powder ✱ ¼tsp cayen