When life feels like a sprint from breakfast to bedtime, who has time to spend hours in the kitchen? Between school runs, work deadlines, and the eternal “what’s for dinner?” question, it can be tempting to reach for takeaway menus instead of the oven mitts.
But here’s the thing: delicious food doesn’t have to equal big effort. With a few clever shortcuts and a little help from Bakers Delight, you can enjoy quick and easy recipes that taste great, feel comforting, and save you precious time.
These recipes aren’t about perfection (though they get close), they’re about practicality. With tasty, easy recipes like these, you’ll serve up kitchen wins in half the time (we call it delicious cheating here!).
Pizzas
Forget waiting for delivery, the best pizza you’ll ever have is right here. Take your pick from favourites like Pepperoni, Hawaiian or BBQ Bonanza. Or, get creative with a Bakers Delight base. Add leftover roast veg, a handful of cheese, or whatever’s in the fridge, and you’ve got a quick, easy recipe that feeds the family and feels like a win.
Teatimes
Sweet, fluffy, and a little underrated - the best kind of bun. Our teatimes are the perfect treat, no matter the occasion. Slice them in half, serve with yoghurt and fruit, and snack time suddenly looks Insta-worthy.
Pull-apart Bread
Perfect for sharing (or not, we won’t judge). Rip, dip, and enjoy pull-apart breads with soup, or serve as the star of a casual get-together. Simple, sociable, and oh-so-satisfying.
Cheat’s Sausage Rolls
A little seasoned sausage mince and a loaf of bread are all it takes to make this tasty sausage roll. Bake until puffed and golden, then serve with relish or sauce. Kids love them, grown-ups sneak extras, and they vanish at parties faster than you can say “seconds, please.” These are the kind of easy recipes that work across the board - lunch, dinner or a snack.
Almond Croissant Hack
Level up your morning (or any time of day) with this bakery-worthy croissant hack. Slice open a Bakers Delight Croissant, spread with an almond paste, then bake until golden and fragrant. Sprinkle with icing sugar for the finishing touch. In minutes, you’ll have a warm, buttery croissant that tastes like it came straight from a French café - no passport required.
Cheat’s Apple Pie
All the cosy flavour of apple pie, minus the fuss. Made with the signature Hi-Fibre Lo-Gi White Loaf, these jaffle-style toast pockets are filled with spiced apples and cooked until golden. Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and serve with custard for a nostalgic treat that’s quick, comforting, and the ultimate easy dessert idea.
Remember that desserts don’t have to be complicated - in fact, the best ones rarely are.
Quick wins: simple hacks for easy meals
Busy weeks call for clever tricks, shortcuts and easy foods. Here are a few to keep up your sleeve:-
- Plan ahead: Jot down three of four easy meals for the week and shop with that list in mind. Having the ingredients ready to go makes it much easier to avoid last-minute stress.
- Meal-prep with bakery staples: Slice and freeze your favourite loaf, so you’ve always got toast or sandwich bases ready in a flash.
- Mix ready-made with homemade: A Bakers Delight pizza base topped with whatever’s hiding in the fridge can turn into dinner in under 15 minutes.
- Freeze snacks for later: Pop Teatimes or rolls into the freezer and defrost them when the snack craving strikes.
- Double up dinners: Cook extra portions of your favourite dinner recipes and freeze them. Future-you will thank present-you on a busy night!
Tasty, fuss-free spins on easy comfort food
When comfort food cravings hit, it’s all about finding easy comfort food recipes that feel indulgent without hours in the kitchen. Here are a few favourites to try: Cheesymite Sandwiches The ultimate nostalgic sandwich, but who says they can’t get a little upgrade? Toast them, add avo or tomato slices, and suddenly this schoolyard classic becomes a satisfying lunch or iconic dinner. Comfort food with a modern twist, ready in minutes.
Pizzas
Forget waiting for delivery, the best pizza you’ll ever have is right here. Take your pick from favourites like Pepperoni, Hawaiian or BBQ Bonanza. Or, get creative with a Bakers Delight base. Add leftover roast veg, a handful of cheese, or whatever’s in the fridge, and you’ve got a quick, easy recipe that feeds the family and feels like a win.
Teatimes
Sweet, fluffy, and a little underrated - the best kind of bun. Our teatimes are the perfect treat, no matter the occasion. Slice them in half, serve with yoghurt and fruit, and snack time suddenly looks Insta-worthy.
Pull-apart Bread
Perfect for sharing (or not, we won’t judge). Rip, dip, and enjoy pull-apart breads with soup, or serve as the star of a casual get-together. Simple, sociable, and oh-so-satisfying.
Easy meal ideas that work any time of the day
We all have those days when we want a meal that works for lunch, dinner, or even a sneaky snack. Quick recipes like these are truly the piece of cake solution: Cheat’s Samosas All you need is a few slices of Bakers Delight Hi-Fibre Lo-GI White Block Loaf as your starting point. Mash boiled potatoes, then sauté them with cumin and mustard seeds, peas, garam masala, turmeric, and a pinch of salt (and green chilli if you’re after a little heat). Spoon the spiced mixture between two slices of bread, toast in your jaffle maker until golden and crisp - and voilà, you've got irresistible samosa-style jaffles. They’re brilliant for lunchboxes, fabulous as party appetisers, or serve them up as a relaxed midweek dinner alongside a fresh side salad.
Cheat’s Sausage Rolls
A little seasoned sausage mince and a loaf of bread are all it takes to make this tasty sausage roll. Bake until puffed and golden, then serve with relish or sauce. Kids love them, grown-ups sneak extras, and they vanish at parties faster than you can say “seconds, please.” These are the kind of easy recipes that work across the board - lunch, dinner or a snack.
Sweet, simple and oh-so-easy dessert recipes
No meal feels complete without a little something sweet, and thankfully, easy desserts are some of the best cheats of all. They’re indulgent, fun, and absolutely doable even when you’re running on empty. Here are three favourites: Cheat’s S’mores Make a camptime favourite, anytime - without the fire hazard. Simply slice the Bakers Delight Choc Croissant, spread with Nutella, add marshmallows, then microwave until puffed. Torch or grill them till golden, pop the lid back on, and enjoy. It’s gooey, chocolatey, and the ultimate easy recipe dessert.
Almond Croissant Hack
Level up your morning (or any time of day) with this bakery-worthy croissant hack. Slice open a Bakers Delight Croissant, spread with an almond paste, then bake until golden and fragrant. Sprinkle with icing sugar for the finishing touch. In minutes, you’ll have a warm, buttery croissant that tastes like it came straight from a French café - no passport required.
Cheat’s Apple Pie
All the cosy flavour of apple pie, minus the fuss. Made with the signature Hi-Fibre Lo-Gi White Loaf, these jaffle-style toast pockets are filled with spiced apples and cooked until golden. Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and serve with custard for a nostalgic treat that’s quick, comforting, and the ultimate easy dessert idea.
Remember that desserts don’t have to be complicated - in fact, the best ones rarely are.
