Chocolate and kirsch are the stars of this knockout classic German dessert gâteau, with a light, airy sponge the key to success. Catherine Adams shows how it's done.

Chocolate fiends will love the triple-hit in this irresistible chocolate mousse cake. Catherine Adams shows how it's done.

All sweetness and tang.

Chef Neil Perry says it's hard to beat a good cheesecake. Truer words have never been spoken.

It's the whole boiled mandarins that make this a go-to cake for the winter season.

A go-to cake recipe during citrus season.

This makes 12 mini cakes, but you'll likely want to eat them all.

Spread that frosting on nice and thick.

With a kiss of nutmeg.

A near-savoury goat's curd filling plus a blackberry glaze makes for a beautifully balanced cake, best for afternoon teas and desserts.