Caramel is another sweet lifesaver. It can be anything from a sundae topping to a filler in cakes or pies. To use after freezing, thaw overnight in the refrigerator or heat gently on the stovetop.

An incredibly moreish salted caramel cake using a little tinned caramel and light muscovado sugar to give the sponge a lovely caramel flavour. The rest of the caramel goes into the icing which is ...