What to Bake in February

Sweet Summer Love: Baking for a Sunny February

While the other half of the world is bundling up, we’re right in the thick of a classic Australian summer. February is all about those long, golden afternoons, cooling breezes, and finding any excuse to turn the oven on without melting. Whether you’re prepping for a backyard Galentine’s catch up or looking for the perfect treat to pair with a cold glass of something sparkling, this month’s lineup is designed to keep things bright, fresh, and effortless.

We’re leaning into vibrant berries, chilled textures, and zesty citrus to beat the heat. From sophisticated brunch staples to decadent “no fuss” desserts, here’s what’s coming out of the kitchen this February:

Red Velvet Cupcakes: A total classic. These are light, velvety, and topped with a cloud of tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a sweet Valentine’s gesture.
Strawberry Champagne Scones: Elevate your weekend brunch with these. They’re buttery, flaky, and have just a hint of bubbly sophistication.
Strawberry Daiquiri Tart: This is summer in a tart. It’s zesty, limey, and has that playful boozy kick. Best of all? No oven required, so you can keep the kitchen (and yourself) nice and cool.
Four Ingredient Chocolate Tart: Because even in 30°C heat, we need our chocolate fix. Proof that you don’t need a long shopping list to make something decadent. It’s rich, silky smooth, and takes no time at all to whip up.

Let’s make the most of these final weeks of summer. Grab a cold drink, put on some music, and let’s get into the kitchen!

Red Velvet Cupcakes

The classic Red Velvet Cupcake: A bright red fluffy and moist cake, flavoured with a hint of chocolate and a tang from the buttermilk, topped with delicious cream cheese icing.

Sounds like cupcake HEAVEN, right?!?!? No wonder Red Velvet Cupcakes are so popular.

I have broken down a classic Red Velvet Cupcake Recipe so you too can be eating Red Velvet Cupcakes this Valentine’s Day.

Strawberry Champagne Scones

There is something truly magical about the combination of fresh strawberries and a splash of bubbly. These Strawberry Champagne Scones take that classic elegance and turn it into a treat that is perfectly sweet, simple, and surprisingly easy to whip up.

Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch with the girls or just want to make a Tuesday morning feel a little more special, these scones are the answer.

They have that beautiful, buttery crumble we all love, bursting with juicy berries and a hint of celebration in every bite. Because at the end of the day, baking doesn’t need to be complicated to be delicious.

And let’s be honest, a little bit of champagne makes everything better!

Strawberry Daiquiri Tart

This Strawberry Daiquiri Tart is basically a holiday in dessert form.

Inspired by the classic cocktail, it starts with a buttery, golden Butternut Snap base, then gets filled with the creamiest strawberry filling, spiked with just enough rum and fresh lime juice to give it that signature daiquiri zing.

The final touch? A light sprinkle of mint sugar that makes every bite feel fresh, bright, and a little bit fancy. It’s sweet, tangy, and perfectly balanced. Like sipping a strawberry daiquiri, but with a fork instead.

Whether you’re serving it up at a dinner party, celebrating something special, or just leaning into your dessert-for-fun era, this tart is guaranteed to steal the show.

Four Ingredient Chocolate Tart

There are few things more satisfying than a dessert that feels decadent but barely takes any effort and this four ingredient chocolate tart is exactly that!

Rich, smooth, and with just the right touch of bittersweet chocolate, it’s proof that simple really can be spectacular.

You don’t need any fancy techniques or a long list of ingredients here. Just a few pantry staples and a little chill time.

The result is an elegant tart that’s perfect for impressing guests, spoiling your family, or treating yourself to something extra special without spending hours in the kitchen.

Which of these February bakes are you most excited to try? Drop a comment below and tell me your favorite summer flavor!