Baking for an Election Day Cake Stall? Here’s a Simple Guide
Volunteered to bake for your local election day stall? Don’t worry—no professional baking skills or fancy tools required. We’ve rounded up easy, crowd-pleasing cakes, biscuits, and slices, including some with helpful video tutorials.
Easy One-Bowl Cakes
Carrot Cake Loaf
A school fete staple, this loaf cake takes just 20 minutes to prepare. A tangy cream cheese icing is a must, and while electric beaters help, they’re optional.
Apple Cinnamon Crumble Cake
Layered directly in the tin, this no-fuss cake uses grated apples and butter. It’s beginner-friendly and comes with a video tutorial from A Bite to Eat with Alice.
Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
Perfect for last-minute baking, this rich cake uses olive oil instead of butter. Mix, bake, and top with chocolate ganache for a decadent treat.
Lemon Yoghurt Cake
With only four steps, this citrusy cake is quick and light. Just 15 minutes of prep, and a dusting of icing sugar makes it stall-ready.
Biscuits & Slices
Anzac Biscuits
Made with pantry staples and no eggs, these golden biscuits use honey instead of syrup, with optional rosemary for a twist. Yields 22–24.
Lemon and Coconut Slice
Zesty and simple, this fluffy slice comes together in one bowl—less mess, more flavour.
Molten Chocolate Cookies
These indulgent cookies feature a gooey dark chocolate centre and sea salt topping. Make ahead and freeze the dough; bake fresh on the day. A video guide is available via A Bite to Eat with Alice.
Whether you’re baking for the first time or looking for a quick option, these recipes will help you contribute something sweet and simple to the stall.
