Heavenly eye-catcher: airy lemon poppy seed cake with lemon icing. During mild season, it is often a good idea to avoid rich butter or cream.

Instead, light sponge cakes can impress with fresh flavors. A popular classic is always well received – the sweet and sour lemon cake from the tray. After you have covered the cake with icing, it can be wonderfully sprinkled with some ground poppy seeds. But even a light cheesecake made from just six ingredients melts in your mouth on warm spring days.