Cherry bakewell tart

Make this glorious cherry bakewell tart for dessert, with homemade almond pastry, a frangipane filling, cherry jam and fresh cherries dotted throughout

Black and white pinwheel cookies

Black and white biscuits are a classic among Christmas cookies. You can make them into a checkerboard pattern or as a beautiful spiral like these

Three bean salad with mozzarella

This substantial salad features a delicious mix of cannellini, kidney and green beans, and is ideal for a summer picnic

Quick florentines

Take a handful of ingredients and create these dark chocolate florentines. They make a delicious treat with your afternoon tea or a tasty homemade gift

Chocolate Christmas biscuits

These easy chocolate biscuits are the perfect Christmas treat that both kids and adults will love. Get the whole family involved with decoration

Speculoos cookies

These delectable biscuits are easy to make and full of spice. Make a batch of these moreish bites for a thoughtful homemade gift for someone special

Butter cookies

These six-ingredient biscuits are beautifully buttery. Dip them in chocolate and add a dusting of edible glitter for sparkle if you like

Hummus snack packs

Save the liquid from a can of chickpeas to make a creamy hummus. We’ve served it with vegetable crudités for a healthy snack that contributes to your 5-a-day

Spicy microwave popcorn

Enjoy a snack that’s healthier than crisps. Sesame oil adds flavour and helps the spices stick to the popcorn, but you can use olive or rapeseed oil instead

Polish doughnuts

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Make a batch of fluffy glazed doughnuts, topped with crunchy chopped almonds for a special occasion. The dough includes jam for a subtle sweetness