What is it about The Great British Bake Off that’s made it such a success?

Maybe it’s the gentle, kindly nature of the show, and judges Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood. Unlike talent shows things never get too personal in the safety of the Bake Off kitchen.

Hollywood has been known to set the odd bottom lip wobbling when he has deemed a bake too uneven or a bottom too soggy, but, on the whole, his and Berry’s criticisms are well received. And so they should be as they’re experts in their field. So, who better to offer a masterclass on baking?

They gave a helping hand last Christmas when they provided top tips on everything from perfect puds to mega mince pies, and now they are back to help us cope with the trials and tribulations that Easter baking represents.

They give step-by-step instructions, with easy-to-follow demonstrations of some favourite seasonal recipes, giving us all the best chance of replicating their successes. Among the treats on offer are perfect hot cross buns, without which no Easter would truly be complete.

Another traditional treat for the time of year is simnel cake, a light fruitcake traditionally enjoyed after Lent, for which the pair have a sumptuous recipe.

So far, so good, but this is Easter – where’s the chocolate?

Well, there’s a guide to creating delicious chocolate custard tarts which are perfect for using up any spare bits of Easter eggs that may be lying around (although that’s not usually too much of an issue for many households), while a zingy and refreshing lemon meringue nest serves as the perfect accompaniment to the rich cuisine on offer.

With all these sweet treats to sample, one might be worried about piling on the pounds, but as Berry says it’s all about things in moderation.

“I do eat a good portion through the Bake Off – because they’ve taken the trouble to make something, their parents are watching, and they want to see me have a proper slice,” she said.

“The next day I’m pretty careful. I try to eat salads and healthy foods. But cakes are healthy too, you just eat a thin slice.

There’s a lot of cheer in a cake.”