Per person, most of these budget-friendly showstoppers work out at 50p or under 

Thanks to store cupboard staples like flour, butter and eggs literally being the bread and butter when it comes to baking, making a cake doesn't have to break the bank.In fact, some of the baking classics like <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/lime-lemon-drizzle-cake" target="_blank">lemon drizzle cake</a>, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chocolate-chip-cookies" target="_blank">chocolate chip cookies</a> or <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/carrot-cupcakes" target="_blank">cupcakes</a> can be made and enjoyed for just 30p per person. If that sounds like your kind of baking, feast your eyes on our round-up below. Most of these tasty treats cost under 50p per serving. Plus, they don't take too long to make, so you won't be standing in a hot kitchen or slaving over a stove to enjoy these baked beauties. <h2>Cherry lamingtons</h2>Cost: 23p per servingThis fruity take on the classic Australian cake looks as good as it tastes. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cherry-lamingtons" target="_blank">Lamingtons</a> make for a delicious teatime treat as these mini sponge cakes have been decorated with cherry jam and tossed in desiccated coconut. And, at just 23p per serving, it would be a shame not to enjoy with a cuppa. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cherry-lamingtons" target="_blank"><img alt="cherry-lamingtons__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/cherry-lamingtons__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Mixed berry buns</h2>Cost: 24p per servingWhat a treat these <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mixed-berry-buns" target="_blank">mixed berry buns</a> are! Packed with juicy red fruits and topped with an orange drizzle, these beauties make could be enjoyed warm as a late weekend breakfast treat or served up cold at a picnic. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mixed-berry-buns" target="_blank"><img alt="mixed-berry-buns__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/mixed-berry-buns__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Battenberg cake</h2>Cost: 20p per servingYou can't beat a <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/battenberg" target="_blank">Battenberg Cake</a>, especially when it looks this inviting. Battenberg cakes are known for their pretty marzipan shell in addition to their yellow and pink two-by-two check pattern inside. Follow our recipe for a delicious and pretty iconic cake that will cost just 20p per person. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/battenberg" target="_blank"><img alt="battenburg__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/battenburg__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Mojito drizzle loaf cake</h2>Cost: 24p per servingThis <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mojito-cake" target="_blank">Mojito Drizzle Loaf Cake</a> is for adults only! Containing a rum-infused syrup this is a sweet and minty taste sensation that comes with a Caribbean kick. Serve up with a cold beverage after hours! <img alt="lemon-drizzle-mojito-cake-ed__hero-2__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/lemon-drizzle-mojito-cake-ed__hero-2__square_GL?scl=1"><h2>Gluten-free coconut nest cake</h2>Cost: 27p per servingBelieve it or not, this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/gluten-free-coconut-easter-cake" target="_blank">gluten-free sponge coconut nest cake</a> equates to just 27p per person. Filled with coconut, vanilla and white chocolate and topped with extra coconut shavings for good measure, it's a showstopper if we ever did see one. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/gluten-free-coconut-easter-cake" target="_blank"><img alt="gluten-free-easter-egg-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/gluten-free-easter-egg-cake__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Hawaiian pineapple pudding cake</h2>Cost: 18p per servingSweet and super fruity, this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pineapple-pudding-cake" target="_blank">Hawaiian Pineapple Pudding Cake</a> is just the thing for summer. It's full of refreshing and ripe flavours like coconut and pineapple chunks - be sure serve with coconut or mango ice cream for an after-dinner hit. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pineapple-pudding-cake" target="_blank"><img alt="pineapple-pudding-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pineapple-pudding-cake__square_GL?scl=1"></a><h2>Carrot cake cupcakes</h2>Cost: 12p per servingCombining two of our favourites, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/carrot-cupcakes" target="_blank">carrot cake and cupcakes</a>, this classic bake comes in bitesize form. This recipe makes 12 cupcakes and works out just 12p per cupcake. Ideal if your baking with the kids and on a budget. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/carrot-cupcakes" target="_blank"><img alt class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/carrot-cupcakes__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Yogurt and lemon cake</h2>Cost: 19p per servingLemon cake is always a winner and <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/yogurt-and-lemon-cake" target="_blank">this recipe</a> is no exception. We've incorporated yogurt into this masterpiece as it helps to keep it deliciously moist. Paired with the zesty flavouring of lemon and you've got a firm family favourite!<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/yogurt-and-lemon-cake" target="_blank"><img alt="yogurt-and-lemon-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/yogurt-and-lemon-cake__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Chocolate chip cookies</h2>Cost: 16p per servingIt wouldn't be a baking round-up without including a recipe for some <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chocolate-cookies" target="_blank">chocolate chip cookies</a>. Follow this method to create some gloriously sweet and chewy chocolate chip cookies. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chocolate-cookies" target="_blank"><img alt="nan-m-chocolate-chop-cookies__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/nan-m-chocolate-chop-cookies__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies</h2>Cost: 21p per servingSpeaking of <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/nutella-chocolate-chip-cookies" target="_blank">chocolate chip cookies</a>, just in case the previous ones weren't chocolatey enough for you, these delights come with an extra gooey choc centre &ndash; exactly the kind of thing that dreams are made of!<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/nutella-chocolate-chip-cookies" target="_blank"><img alt="nutella-chocolate-chip-cookies__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/nutella-chocolate-chip-cookies__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Surprise swiss roll</h2>Cost: 36p per servingThe ultimate treat of a sponge cake roll filled with whipped cream has had a 21st-century makeover. Our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/surprise-swiss-roll" target="_blank">Swiss roll</a> might look normal on the outside, but just wait until you cut into it...<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/surprise-swiss-roll" target="_blank"><img alt="galaxy-swiss-roll__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/galaxy-swiss-roll__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Caramelised pear & chocolate upside-down cake</h2>Cost: 15p per servingCosting 15p per serving, this gorgeously indulgent yet so simple to make <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/caramelised-pear-chocolate-upside-down-cake" target="_blank">caramelised pear and chocolate upside-down cake</a> is best enjoyed warm. Make this lip-smacking number earlier in the day and then just pop into the oven 5 minutes before serving. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/caramelised-pear-chocolate-upside-down-cake" target="_blank"><img alt="pear-and-chocolate-upside-down-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pear-and-chocolate-upside-down-cake__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Raspberry chocolate brownies</h2>Cost: 32p per servingAnything chocolate-filled gets out vote! If you agree, you'll find these gooey and rich <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/raspberry-chocolate-brownies" target="_blank">raspberry chocolate brownies</a> irresistible. The addition of raspberries adds some refreshing fruity bursts to an already sweet bake. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/raspberry-chocolate-brownies" target="_blank"><img alt="raspberry-brownie__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/raspberry-brownie__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Blueberry surprise gâteau</h2>Cost: 38p per servingAlready spectacular, this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/blueberry-gateau" target="_blank">blueberry surprise gateau</a> has a blueberry wow-factor when you cut into it! Couple that with its 38p per serving factor and you have a cake made for special (and not so special) occasions. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/blueberry-gateau" target="_blank"><img alt="blueberry-gateau-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/blueberry-gateau-cake__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Cinnamon grape muffins</h2>Cost: 25p per servingUse up any uneaten grapes in this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cinnamon-grape-muffins" target="_blank">cinnamon and grape muffin recipe</a>. Although we're partial to a muffin filled with chocolate, the sweetness of the grapes in this recipe helps to add a similar taste.<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cinnamon-grape-muffins" target="_blank"><img alt="cinnamon-grape-muffins__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/cinnamon-grape-muffins__square_GL?scl=1"></a><h2>No-added sugar blueberry doughnuts</h2>Cost: 13p per servingJust when you think these <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/no-added-sugar-blueberry-doughnuts" target="_blank">blueberry doughnuts</a> couldn't look more appealing, you find out there is no-added-sugar and they cost 13p per serving. We think that makes it the perfect summer snack!<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/no-added-sugar-blueberry-doughnuts" target="_blank"><img alt="blueberries_doughnuts__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/blueberries_doughnuts__square_GL?scl=1"></a><h2>Guinness cake</h2>Cost: 48p per servingDespite <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/guinness-cake" target="_blank">this cake</a> containing 250ml of Guinness, it still works out at 48p per serving when you're cutting 24 slices. If you're looking for a rich cake, call of the search: thanks to the addition of the Irish stout, this bake is rich, malty and full of flavour. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/guinness-cake" target="_blank"><img alt="guinness_cake___square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/guinness_cake___square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>Shortbread dipped biscuit</h2>Cost: 12p per servingThere's nothing quite like the smell of homemade shortbread baking away in your oven. Get the kids involved and <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chocolate-dipped-shortbread" target="_blank">try our shortbread recipe</a> with comes with a gold crunch &ndash; it adds a touch of glam to these fun biscuits.<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chocolate-dipped-shortbread" target="_blank"><img alt="boy-holding-biscuit__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/boy-holding-biscuit__square_GL?scl=1"></a><h2>Red velvet bites</h2>Cost: 19p per servingThese <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/red-velvet-bites" target="_blank">red velvet bites</a> can be made in 12 minutes, cost 19p per head and can be cooked in a microwave. Need any more reasons to bake this twist on the classic cake? We didn't think so! <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/red-velvet-bites" target="_blank"><img alt="red_velvet_bites__hero__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/red_velvet_bites__hero__square_GL?scl=1"></a> <h2>White Chocolate Rocky Road</h2>Cost: 19p per servingFor all those who would rather their baking include no oven time, try our white <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/white-chocolate-rocky-road" target="_blank">chocolate rocky road</a>. This sweet and sugary treat will take you back to your childhood. Made from biscuit pieces, mini marshmallows, and pistachios and topped with white chocolate, we've arranged mini Party Rings on top to add to the prettiness.<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/white-chocolate-rocky-road" target="_blank"><img alt="rocky_road__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/rocky_road__square_GL?scl=1"></a>Ready to bake? Head over to <a href="https://www.asda.com/" target="_blank">Asda</a> to pick up all your ingredients.

20 easy bakes for under 50p

By Rebecca Shepherd,7th August 2020

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