Chocolate nut butter cups

Filled with hazelnut, pistachio or peanut butter, these lovely little bites are a perfect after-dinner treat to share with coffee

Hazelnut brownies

Ferrero Rocher chocolates make an indulgent finishing touch to these fudgy chocolate brownie squares studded with chopped nuts

Clementine poppy seed loaf

This easy, zesty loaf cake makes a lighter festive alternative to traditionally dense fruitcakes – pipe the icing and add candied peel to add a touch of Christmas sparkle

Stollen muffins

These little cakes are filled with all the festive, fruity flavours of this classic German Christmas bake – ideal for Christmas morning or a teatime treat

Baked camembert with bacon-wrapped breadsticks

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Gooey, melted cheese and crispy, golden bread make a stunning centrepiece to share with friends over drinks or as a dinner party starter – make ahead for fuss-free entertaining

Rudolph shortbread

These simple shortbread triangles are a great edible gift for kids to make over Christmas – decorate with Smarties or other sweets and wrap up with pipe cleaner ‘reindeer’ antlers

Pomegranate rosemary spritzer

This deep pink Prosecco cocktail with savoury herbal notes is a really simple way to add sparkle to your dinner party drinks

Winter whiskey sour

This classic bourbon cocktail takes a festive turn with a splash of orange juice and edible gold glitter – perfect for Christmas parties

Bonfire toffee

Crowds will love this sweet treat of dark and sticky treacle toffee smashed into hard bitesize chunks

Chinon apple tarts

These little French tarts are wonderfully buttery and crisp, glazed with a red wine jelly – the perfect end to a special supper for two