Betty's Best New Years Recipes

Bake in the New Year

The New Year is the perfect time to get baking! From holiday favorites to back to school treats there are plenty of options for any occasion. Browse our celebration recipes below and find the perfect fit for your family.

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Betty's New Years Favorites

Rich Chocolate Fudge Cake

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Rich Chocolate Fudge Cake
- Celebration
Nothing beats a rich, indulgent but light chocolate fudge cake topped with real chocolate curls, the perfect addition to any celebration. Easy to make and delicious!
Fairy Cakes

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Fairy Cakes
- Celebration
Add a twist of vintage beauty to these lighter than air fairy cakes. Our simple recipe will make delightful little vanilla fairy cakes topped with mouth-watering buttercream icing and pretty fondant flowers.

Betty's Best New Years Recipes

Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie with Message

Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie with Message
Discover our delicious Betty Crocker™ giant chocolate chip cookie with a personalised message written in tempting chocolate icing on top.
Queen of Hearts Cake

Queen of Hearts Cake
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Cake
Swirls of vanilla icing decorate this beautiful 3-layer cake, perfect for any celebration. A slice reveals a dramatic red layer inside -- sure to impress all.
Strawberry Cake

Strawberry Cake
- Cake
- Vanilla
- Spring
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Picnic
- Valentine's Day
This summery Strawberry cake recipe is delightfully fruity and refreshingly light!
Cherry and Sultana Madeira Style Cake

Cherry and Sultana Madeira Style Cake
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Cake
- Easy
This light and moist cherry madeira cake recipe is a wonderful zesty twist filled with glacé cherries, sultanas and lemon curd and is sure to impress friends and family.
Orange and Cranberry Loaf

Orange and Cranberry Loaf
- Vanilla
- Celebration
- Father's Day
- Muffin
- Tea Time
Light, moist and perfectly fluffy, this delightful cranberry & orange drizzle loaf will transport you to heaven with just a single bite!
Chocolate and Mint Layer Triangles

Chocolate and Mint Layer Triangles
- Brownies
- Celebration
These sweet and colourful mint-flavoured brownies will go down a treat on St Patrick’s Day.
Vanilla Icing Cake with Retro Sweets

Vanilla Icing Cake with Retro Sweets
- Vanilla
- Celebration
- Birthday
- Cake
- Summer
Discover our appetising Betty Crocker™ vanilla cake topped with vanilla icing and covered in assorted retro sweets.
Sky-High Salted Caramel Chocolate Layer Cake

Sky-High Salted Caramel Chocolate Layer Cake
- Chocolate
- Caramel
- Christmas
- Cake
- Birthday
- Celebration
Our Sky High Salted Caramel Chocolate Layer Cake is a spectacle to behold.This is the perfect cake for any occasion! Don't let the many layers intimidate you; it's easier than it looks! Follow our recipe to create your own impressive Sky High Salted Caramel Chocolate Layer Cake.
Princess Castle Cake

Princess Castle Cake
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Cake
This magical princess castle cake recipe will be sure to impress at any girl's birthday. Almost too pretty to eat, its moist sponge and irresistible icing make for a wonderful treat. Follow our simple step by step instructions for how to make a princess castle cake below.
Chocolate Marshmallow Brownies

Chocolate Marshmallow Brownies
- Chocolate
- Celebration
- Brownies
- Bars
- Picnic
The ultimate chocolate brownie recipe crammed with chocolate chunks, marshmallows, peanut butter and rice puffs brought to you by Betty Crocker™.
Warm Caramel Apple Cake

Warm Caramel Apple Cake
- Vanilla
- Celebration
- Cake
- Caramel
Serve this yummy apple upside-down cake warm from the oven. It's all made easier with Betty Crocker™ cake mix and icing.
Sticky Toffee Ginger Cake Recipe

Sticky Toffee Ginger Cake Recipe
Rose Bouquet Cupcakes

Rose Bouquet Cupcakes
Discover this easy recipe to make the perfect cupcake bouquet of roses with a delicious vanilla sponge, perfect for any celebration. Brought to you by Betty Crocker™.
Moist Caramel Carrot Cake

Moist Caramel Carrot Cake
Extra rich and sweet, this tender carrot cake is topped with creamy icing and then drizzled with caramel topping - totally tempting!
Banana & Nut Loaf

Banana & Nut Loaf
- Vanilla
- Breakfast
- Celebration
- Muffin
Light, moist and perfectly fluffy, this delightful banana and nut loaf will take you to heaven with just a single bite!
Chocolate Chip Cake

Chocolate Chip Cake
- Chocolate
- Cake
- Celebration
- Summer
Try this easy recipe for a decadent chocolate chip cake. With white and dark chocolate chips and rich chocolate icing, it's perfect for afternoon tea.
Salted Caramel Coffee Cake

Salted Caramel Coffee Cake
- Caramel
- Coffee
- Celebration
- Cake
- Father's Day
Coffee and salted caramel pair deliciously in this easy-to-make cake.
Gluten Free Chocolate Truffle Slice

Gluten Free Chocolate Truffle Slice
This truly indulgent layered rich and creamy chocolate gateau is just perfect for an extra-special celebration!
Peanut Butter Brownies

Peanut Butter Brownies
- Chocolate
- Celebration
- Brownies
- Bars
- Easy
If your idea of cake heaven is chocolate and sweet peanut butter all wrapped up into one indulgent bar, then this is the treat for you…
Brookies

Brookies
- Chocolate
- Cookie
- Celebration
- Picnic
- Tea Time
Half chocolate fudge brownie, half chocolate chip cookie, brookies are a real crowd-pleaser. Try this easy recipe when you're craving a sweet treat.
Salted Caramel Popcorn Chocolate Fudge Brownies

Salted Caramel Popcorn Chocolate Fudge Brownies
Explore our delicious Betty Crocker™ chocolate fudge brownie cupcakes topped with vanilla icing and gooey salted caramel popcorn.
Mint and Chocolate Fudge Brownie Bars

Mint and Chocolate Fudge Brownie Bars
- Brownies
- Celebration
Chocolate and mint, gooey brownie and crunchy topping, this bar has it all!
Mini Chocolate Torte Baked Alaskas

Mini Chocolate Torte Baked Alaskas
- Chocolate
- Celebration
See in the New Year in style with this sensational dessert! These individual versions of the classic are surprisingly easy to prepare and serve.
Lemon Cupcakes Recipe with Lime and Orange

Lemon Cupcakes Recipe with Lime and Orange
- Lemon
- Easter
- Celebration
- Cupcake
The zestiest cupcakes in town, these little marvels will delight your taste-buds. Fresh lemon, lime and orange combine for an irresistible taste sensation!
White Chocolate Victoria Sponge Cake

White Chocolate Victoria Sponge Cake
- Cake
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Easter
- Mother's Day
- Summer
This easy recipe makes a deliciously creamy white chocolate and raspberry cake topped with white chocolate curls. Simply wonderful!
Chocolate & Orange Brownie Cheesecake Gateau

Chocolate & Orange Brownie Cheesecake Gateau
This divine dessert has a rich chocolate brownie base, topped with a layer of orange cheesecake smothered in an intense dark chocolate frosting. It’s the ultimate chocolate treat!
Chocolate Layer Cake with Salted Caramel Drip

Chocolate Layer Cake with Salted Caramel Drip
Chocolate and salted caramel is a match made in heaven and this showstopping cake is one big crowd pleaser!
S’mores Salted Caramel Shortbread Cups

S’mores Salted Caramel Shortbread Cups
- Celebration
- Cupcake
With a crisp Betty Crocker™ Salted Caramel Shortbread base filled with chocolate chunks and mini marshmallows, these bite-sized s’mores cup are just the ticket for an after school sweet treat!
Chocolate Birthday Cake

Chocolate Birthday Cake
- Cake
- Birthday
- Chocolate
- Celebration
Try this fabulous Chocolate Birthday Cake Recipe from Betty Crocker™, with Chocolate Fudge Icing and chocolate curls to decorate.
White Chocolate & Walnut Cookies

White Chocolate & Walnut Cookies
- Chocolate
- Picnic
- Celebration
- Cookie
Turn this white chocolate chip cookie mix into a nutty, syrupy treat with this fabulous recipe that is sure to become a firm favourite!
Piñata Surprise Cake

Piñata Surprise Cake
- Chocolate
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Cake
- Christmas
Our fun chocolate piñata cake recipe will make an impression at any Christmas celebration. Hidden inside are colourful sweets and chocolates, creating a wonderful surprise once cut into. Our Pinata Surprise Cake is a great idea for a kid’s birthday party or any Christmas party!
Lemon Drizzle Cake

Lemon Drizzle Cake
- Lemon
- Celebration
- Easter
- Mother's Day
- Cake
- Tea Time
- Summer
Try this delicious and moist lemon drizzle cake recipe from Betty Crocker™, with tasty lemon icing in the middle and a crunchy lemon drizzle topping.
Vanilla Cake with Fresh Fruit and Flowers

Vanilla Cake with Fresh Fruit and Flowers
- Vanilla
- Celebration
- Cake
- Mother's Day
- Summer
This gorgeous two-tiered vanilla cake is adorned with fresh fruit and flowers, making it perfect for a wedding or summer celebration.
Coffee & Walnut Cake

Coffee & Walnut Cake
- Coffee
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Cake
- Summer
This classic coffee and walnut cake will keep you up at night and making a few trips during the night for a tasty midnight snack.
Strawberry & Cream Cake

Strawberry & Cream Cake
- Celebration
- Cake
- Vanilla
- Picnic
- Birthday
- Summer
- Valentine's Day
Sumptuous sponge, with creamy icing and topped with fresh strawberries, this summery cake is sure to get you in the Wimbledon spirit!
Rocky Road Brownies

Rocky Road Brownies
The ultimate chocolate brownie recipe crammed with chocolate chunks, biscuits and glace cherries.
Easter Bunny Cake

Easter Bunny Cake
- Easter
- Celebration
- Cake
- Easy
This cute Easter bunny will be a big hit at any Easter gathering. Lots of fun for the kids to help with too, brought to you by Betty Crocker™.
Lamingtons

Lamingtons
- Celebration
- Christmas
- Easy
- Tea Time
These Lamingtons are wonderfully light, fluffy and perfectly delicious. They're fabulous for party nibbles too!
Superhero Birthday Cake

Superhero Birthday Cake
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Cake
This superhero cake will make the perfect addition to a child’s birthday party. Follow our instructions for delicious bright blue, red and yellow icing or decorate your superhero with your own design.
Brownie Pops

Brownie Pops
- Chocolate
- Celebration
- Picnic
- Brownies
Brownies on a stick -- fun to make, and delicious to eat! Just cut brownies, add a lollipop stick, dip into chocolate and decorate.
Red Velvet Cake

Red Velvet Cake
Our easy red velvet cake recipe is one that you know you can turn to again and again. The combination of cream cheese icing and chocolate is mouth-watering!
Chocolate and Hazelnut Cake

Chocolate and Hazelnut Cake
- Chocolate
- Celebration
- Birthday
- Cake
Chocolate and hazelnuts is a classic combination. Try it in this easy chocolate and hazelnut cake recipe with rich chocolate icing and chopped hazelnuts
Chocolate Cupcake

Chocolate Cupcake
Utterly adorable - these moist chocolate and vanilla flavoured cupcakes will add charm to any celebration and make someone feel really special.
Vanilla Forest Cake

Vanilla Forest Cake
- Chocolate
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Christmas
- Cake
This stunning Vanilla Forest Cake will bring the wow factor to your Christmas table. Follow our recipe to create this delicious cake your guests won’t forget in a hurry.
Blueberry Lemon Cake

Blueberry Lemon Cake
- Lemon
- Celebration
- Cake
A tangy lemon-flavoured cake filled with vanilla buttercream and topped with fresh blueberries in syrup – it’s the perfect combo!
Carrot and Mandarin Orange Cake

Carrot and Mandarin Orange Cake
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Picnic
- Cake
Juicy chunks of mandarin orange give this classic carrot cake an extra fruity twist.
Chocolate Hazelnut & Pear Galette

Chocolate Hazelnut & Pear Galette
A quick and simple 6 ingredient baked chocolate and hazelnut tart!
Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches

Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches
- Brownies
- Celebration
- Easy
- Chocolate
These decadent brownie and ice cream combos are the perfect chilled dessert on a warm summer’s day.
Moist Triple Layer Chocolate Cake

Moist Triple Layer Chocolate Cake
Easy Rainbow Cake

Easy Rainbow Cake
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Cake
- Easy
- Summer
- Spring
This beautiful rainbow cake is bang on trend and surprisingly simple to make. Make the colours as strong or pale as you wish. Either way no party is complete without it.
Raspberry Brownie Cheesecake Cups

Raspberry Brownie Cheesecake Cups
Treat your loved ones on Valentine’s Day with these cute and totally delicious brownie cheesecake cups with a tangy raspberry twist.
Carrot Cake

Carrot Cake
- Celebration
- Cake
- Easter
- Birthday
- Father's Day
- Summer
This easy and moist carrot cake recipe is simply delicious with chopped pecans and hints of orange and cinnamon for a tasty teatime treat with friends.
Fairy Cakes

Fairy Cakes
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Mother's Day
- Picnic
- Cupcake
- Tea Time
Add a twist of vintage beauty to these lighter than air fairy cakes. Our simple recipe will make delightful little vanilla fairy cakes topped with mouth-watering buttercream icing and pretty fondant flowers.
Red Velvet Whoopie Pie

Red Velvet Whoopie Pie
Get ready for a new kind of chocolate heaven with these gorgeous red velvet whoopie pies, filled with delectable cream cheese icing… mmm!
Classic Victoria Sponge Cake

Classic Victoria Sponge Cake
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Picnic
- Cake
- Tea Time
- Summer
- Spring
Wonderfully simple yet utterly delicious, this Classic Victoria Sponge cake recipe is perfect for serving with friends as a tasty teatime treat and can be made in less than an hour!
Carrot Cake with Pineapple

Carrot Cake with Pineapple
- Celebration
- Christmas
- Cake
- Spring
This ultimate carrot cake is bejewelled with sweet crushed pineapple, chopped nuts, coconut and raisins - creating a gem of a cake.
Celebration Cake

Celebration Cake
- Vanilla
- Celebration
- Cake
A cake truly fit for a king, this raspberry jam-filled flag cake topped with loads of fresh berries will surely please even the most royal taste buds
Brownie and Fruit Skewers

Brownie and Fruit Skewers
Try this new way to serve a delicious brownie and fruit dessert -- and with chocolate sauce, too!
Red Velvet Chocolate Cake

Red Velvet Chocolate Cake
It’s time to roll out the red velvet for this show-stopping chocolate cake, topped with mouthwatering cream cheese icing - a perfect combination!
Chocolate Cherry Torte with Meringue Swirls

Chocolate Cherry Torte with Meringue Swirls
Chocolate torte, cherries, cream and meringues topped off with a drizzle of rich and indulgent chocolate ganache - this dessert is a chocoholics dream come true!
Banana Cake

Banana Cake
- Cake
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Easy
- Spring
This wonderfully moist spiced banana cake recipe is a delicious and easy way to use up any leftover bananas. With a pinch of cinnamon and a handful of walnuts, it is the perfect companion to your afternoon cup of tea.
Tiramisu Cake

Tiramisu Cake
- Cake
- Celebration
- Coffee
- Father's Day
A delicious spin on the classic Italian dessert that’s simple to make.
Salted Caramel-Style Millionaire’s Bars

Salted Caramel-Style Millionaire’s Bars
A twist on a classic bake, these rich and decadent bakes will be snapped up in a second.
Betty Crocker Cinnamon Cupcakes

Betty Crocker Cinnamon Cupcakes
- Vanilla
- Picnic
- Celebration
- Cupcake
- Father's Day
The ultimate cinnamon experience wrapped up in a delicious swirly cupcake.
Hedgehog Cupcakes

Hedgehog Cupcakes
- Chocolate
- Picnic
- Celebration
- Cupcake
These gorgeous hedgehog cupcakes are bound to be a hit at parties!
No-Cook Salted Caramel & Peanut Butter Crunch Bars

No-Cook Salted Caramel & Peanut Butter Crunch Bars
- Celebration
- Bars
An any-time-of-day biscuit bar that will satisfy all those sweet or chocolate cravings.
Malted Chocolate Cake

Malted Chocolate Cake
- Father's Day
- Chocolate
- Celebration
- Cake
- Easy
Fancy the perfect birthday cake or stunning dessert? Why not try this Malt Cake? Just bake-up Betty's Milk Chocolate Layer Cake, fill with Vanilla icing and top with chocolate treats...So simple yet definitely worth feeling proud of!
Simple Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes

Simple Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes
- Cupcake
- Celebration
- Vanilla
- Summer
Meant to look like an ice cream sundae, our Betty Crocker™ simple ice cream sundae cupcakes are topped with coloured vanilla icing and chocolate icing layers. Click to find out more!
Rainbow Cookie Pops

Rainbow Cookie Pops
- Celebration
These rainbow cookie pops are the ideal sweet treat for parties, picnics or to celebrate Gay Pride events. So easy to eat and no sticky fingers!
Chocolate Stout St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes

Chocolate Stout St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
Magic happens when you combine stout beer with Betty Crocker™ Devil's Food Cake Mix.
Mango and Coconut Layer Cake

Mango and Coconut Layer Cake
- Cake
- Vanilla
- Spring
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Summer
This wonderful flavour combination is stunning - fresh, fruity and utterly delicious!
Ice Cream Cone Cakes

Ice Cream Cone Cakes
- Vanilla
- Celebration
- Picnic
- Summer
Fluffy cupcakes with a crispy cone and an equally decadent vanilla icing to match. Enjoy these crispy ice cream cone cakes at your next pool party!
Giant Chocolate Cupcake

Giant Chocolate Cupcake
This giant chocolate cupcake recipe is perfect for any celebration, with swirls of delicious Betty Crocker™ icing and chocolate fingers as decoration.
Strawberry Surprise Bundt Cake

Strawberry Surprise Bundt Cake
Rippled with sweet strawberry puree this delicious vanilla cake is made extra-special with a buttercream drizzle and fresh strawberries. It’s a perfect party cake!
St. Patrick’s Day Mint Cupcakes

St. Patrick’s Day Mint Cupcakes
- Cupcake
- Celebration
Showcase the Emerald Isle’s favourite colour on St Patrick’s Day with these minty cupcakes complete with a lavish swirl of delicious icing.
Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream Cookie Dessert

Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream Cookie Dessert
- Chocolate
- Cookie
- Celebration
- Summer
Get your ice cream, cookies and cake in one with this decadent fudge-filled treat. With Betty Crocker™ cake mix and icing, it’s so easy to make!
Rainbow Piñata Cake

Rainbow Piñata Cake
- Celebration
- Cake
Whether it’s a Pride event or children’s party this impressive rainbow iced cake will make the perfect centrepiece!
Classic Vanilla Cupcakes

Classic Vanilla Cupcakes
- Cupcake
- Vanilla
- Celebration
- Birthday
- Tea Time
- Spring
These stylish frosted vanilla cupcakes are perfect for a simple but impressive wedding cake or to celebrate a special birthday or event.
Chocolate & Hazelnut Yogurt Mousse Cake

Chocolate & Hazelnut Yogurt Mousse Cake
- Celebration
- Cake
Simple, light and no need for cooking, this mousse-style cake will be an instant hit.
Chocolate Finger Party Cake

Chocolate Finger Party Cake
The perfect treat for chocolate-lovers, this Chocolate Finger Party Cake is a deliciously stunning showstopper for any celebration!
I Love You Cake

I Love You Cake
A red velvet cake with Rich Cream Style Icing for Valentine's day. Sounds as perfect as it looks right?
Chocolate Peanut Butter Roll

Chocolate Peanut Butter Roll
- Chocolate
- Celebration
- Cake
- Easy
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Roll cake is perfectly delicious and would make a great dinner party dessert or just as a little reward to yourself!
Ombré Cake

Ombré Cake
- Vanilla
- Birthday
- Celebration
- Cake
- Summer
This blue Ombré cake recipe is perfect for any celebration, with delicious Betty Crocker™ vanilla icing coloured in different shades of blue.

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