Mr Squirrel's b'day on Sunday … the only bit of baking I do willingly throghout the year is his cake. He is – reassuringly – very low maintenance, so I must oblige and make a good job of it. This year he has requested coffee and walnut and I can't find a suitable recipe in the (limited number) of books I've got.

If anyone has a tried and tested family favourite of this ilk that you would be willing to share, please could you email / post it to me? I know there will be stuff on t'internet, but I'd prefer a "favourite" recipe if possible.

Yours in cake-fuelled gratitide …

Email Stu at http://www.dalesbikecentre.co.uk/ & ask what Brenda does with hers!
**** yummmy!

"Mary berry's foolproof cakes" has an awesome one called "hokey pokey coffee cake". Not got the recipe to hand sadly but it's dead easy to do and yummy

Thanks – will look into both of these.

But going to give this one a go!

the very best cake in the world and yes, the delia one above definitely!

Just struggling to get the 8% fromage frais now … Tesco doesn't have any 🙁

will a slice still be going on the classifieds? 😉

For sure, although you'll have to keep looking, as it won't last long! 😆 Perhaps I should do it as an auction.

Just got the fromage frais … had to settle for 0% fat, so it'll be a healthy cake to boot!!!

Not bad … topping needs more sugar but toasted walnuts are lovely 😆