Our best bite-sized bakes

We've rounded up a selection of the best bite-sized bakes we could find. From carrot cake bites to mini quiches, we've got lots of tiny treats to choose from. You're going to want to make them all...

Mini raspberry and frangipane tarts
(Image credit: Brett Stevens)

We've rounded up a selection of the best bite-sized bakes we could find. From carrot cake bites to mini quiches, we've got lots of tiny treats to choose from. You're going to want to make them all...

We've rounded up a selection of the best bite-sized bakes we could find. From carrot cake bites to mini quiches, we've got lots of tiny treats to choose from - you're going to want to make them all.

We love bite-sized food. It's often quick and easy to make, looks cute and can be eaten in only a couple of mouthfuls. Perfect for parties, and when you just a little taste of something naughty, bite-sized bakes are as fun to make as they are to eat. 

We've got everything covered: mini loaves, tarts, bite-sized meringues - you're going to love them all. Click through to see our best bite-sized bakes...

Mini raspberry and frangipane tarts

(Image credit: Brett Stevens)

We just love these little frangipane tarts made with fresh raspberries and ground almonds. You can whip up a batch of 24 in just under an hour which makes them ideal make-ahead party treats.

Get the recipe: Mini raspberry and frangipane tarts

Sugar-free carrot cake bites

Sugar-free carrot cake bites

Can you believe that these carrot cake bites are sugar-free? Don't worry though, they don't miss out on any flavour thanks to apple purée and sweetener. The grated carrot, sprinkle of ginger and a dash of almond milk make one mouth-watering combo.

Get the recipe: Sugar-free carrot cake bites

Mini cupcakes

Mini cupcakes

Not only do these mini cupcakes look good, they taste good too. Topped with fancy rosewater buttercream and finished with crystallised rose petals and violets to decorate, these delicate cupcakes are just heavenly.

Get the recipe: Mini cupcakes

Mini lemon drizzle cake

Lemon drizzle cake

Shrink that classic lemon drizzle into a bite-sized bake with this recipe. Each mini loaf is bursting with a citrusy lemon flavour and topped with a sweet icing to make them even more tempting.

Get the recipe: Mini lemon drizzle cake

Chocolate and coconut party bites

chocolate and coconut party bites

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We just love the fact that you can pop these party bites into your mouth and eat them in one. Made with desiccated coconut, almonds and drizzled in chocolate, you can whip up 25 bites in one batch - handy for parties or a family get together.

Get the recipe: Chocolate and coconut party bites

Mini meringues

Mini meringues

Bake bite-sized meringues then dip them in chocolate and sprinkles to make them look as cute as a button. Serve on small plates or in dessert bowls with more chocolate for dipping - well, you can never have too much chocolate!

Get the recipe: Mini meringues

Mini quiches

Mini quiche recipe

We had to make sure there was a savoury treat in this collection and these baby quiches are up there with the greats. Each bite is bursting with cheese, bacon and a buttery pastry case. They'll be gone in seconds.

Get the recipe: Mini quiches

Mini Victoria sponges

Mini Victoria sponges

Ditch that classic Victoria sponge for some bite-sized ones instead. These cute sponges are made just like cupcakes but taken out of the wrapper and cut in half. Sandwiched together with fresh cream and jam, these treats won't very long on the party table.

Get the recipe: Mini Victoria sponges

Mini banana and walnut loaves

Mini banana and walnut loaves

How pretty are these loaves? Just a few bites and they'll be gone in a flash. A sweet banana-infused sponge with a hint of walnut and a drizzle of icing makes these bites one of our favourites.

Get the recipe: Mini banana and walnut loaves

Peanut butter and jam slices

Peanut butter and jam slices

It's pretty simple to turn a tray bake into bite-sized morsels, it's all about how you slice it up to serve. These peanut butter and jam slices are ideal served in small pieces as they're just oozing with flavour in every bite - the kids will love them!

Get the recipe: Peanut butter and jam slices

Apple pie pops

Pie pops

These are apple pies with a modern twist - they're apple pie pops! You can rustle up a batch of these little wonders in just under an hour - the buttery pastry and sweet apple filling makes them irresistible at Bonfire Night or other outdoor parties. 

Get the recipe: Apple pie pops

Strawberry and macadamia blondies

Strawberry and macadamia blondies

Oh we do love these strawberry and macadamia blondies. They're really simple to make and are full of fresh strawberries and creamy macadamia nuts. Stack them high and watch them disappear.

Get the recipe: Strawberry and macadamia blondies

Pizza biscuits

Pizza biscuits

How cute are these pizza biscuits? A soft buttery biscuit base and a jammy topping, makes them the perfect treat for kids' birthday parties - little ones could even help you make these bites too!

Get the recipe: Pizza biscuits

Mini raspberry and almond muffins

mini muffins

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These muffins look so pretty as part of an afternoon tea. Made with fresh raspberries and chopped almonds, these mini muffins are just heavenly.

Get the recipe: Mini raspberry and almond muffins

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Jessica Dady
Food Editor

Jessica Dady is Food Editor at GoodtoKnow and has over 11 years of experience as a digital editor, specialising in all things food, recipes, and SEO. From the must-buy seasonal food hampers and advent calendars for Christmas to the family-friendly air fryers that’ll make dinner time a breeze, Jessica loves trying and testing various food products to find the best of the best for the busy parents among us. Over the years of working with GoodtoKnow, Jessica has had the privilege of working alongside Future’s Test Kitchen to create exclusive videos - as well as writing, testing, and shooting her own recipes. When she’s not embracing the great outdoors with her family at the weekends, Jessica enjoys baking up a storm in the kitchen with her favourite bakes being chocolate chip cookies, cupcakes, and a tray of gooey chocolate brownies