5 Cakes You Can Bake and Gift Straight From the Tin
There’s something incredibly heartfelt about giving someone a homemade cake. It’s more than just a sweet treat, it’s a gesture of love, effort, and celebration. But if you’ve ever gifted a cake before, you’ll know the struggle of trying to package it beautifully (without it getting squashed!) or worrying about your favourite cake tin never making its way back to you.
That’s where Home Baking Co. disposable cake tins come in. They make the whole process seamless: you can bake, decorate, and gift your cake all in the same tin — no transfers, no stress, and no washing up afterwards.
Here are five delicious cakes that are perfect to bake and gift straight from the tin.
1. Chocolate Fudge Cake
Rich, indulgent, and universally adored — a chocolate fudge cake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Our tins lock in the moisture, keeping the sponge soft and the frosting perfectly set, even if you bake it a day in advance.
Top it with a thick layer of chocolate ganache and a scattering of curls or shavings, pop on the lid, and it’s ready to gift without even touching another plate.
2. Lemon Drizzle Cake
Bright, zesty, and full of sunshine — lemon drizzle is a beautiful option for summer birthdays, thank-you gifts, or just-because surprises. The syrup soaks into the sponge while it cools in the tin, which means no mess and no sticky counters.
Wrap the tin in twine with a slice of dried lemon on top for a fresh, homemade feel.
3. Victoria Sponge
Classic, elegant, and always appreciated — the Victoria sponge never goes out of style. Our tins keep the layers neat and intact, so you can fill them with jam and whipped cream without worrying about the cake shifting during transport.
It’s the perfect “any occasion” gift that feels timeless and thoughtful.
4. Birthday Sprinkle Cake
Nothing says celebration quite like a cake covered in colourful sprinkles. Bake your favourite vanilla sponge directly in the tin, swirl on some buttercream, and shower it in confetti sprinkles right there on top.
Because you can serve it directly from the tin, it’s ideal for children’s parties, work celebrations, or a low-stress birthday surprise.
5. Mini 4” Cakes
Sometimes, the sweetest gifts come in small packages. Our 4” tins are ideal for creating adorable personal-sized cakes for party favours, teacher gifts, or even wedding favours.
Make a batch, decorate them individually, and give each guest their very own cake to take home — perfectly baked and beautifully presented in its own little tin.
Ready to Start Gifting Your Creations?
With Home Baking Co. tins, you can bake, decorate, and gift all in one go — saving you time, effort, and a lot of washing up.
Shop our tins and start gifting your creations today.