Apricot & marzipan twist

Paul Hollywood’s almond and apricot ‘couronne’ is crammed with fruit and nuts and is a great alternative to stollen

Fruitcake with apricot butter icing

This delicious light fruit sponge is packed with storecupboard staples like nuts and dried fruit, it's also budget-friendly

Potato curry with lime & cucumber raita

This colourful Indian dish with a refreshing yoghurt sauce is great for vegetarians, or try serving to meat eaters with lightly spiced lamb

Dill scones with smoked salmon & cucumber relish

Savoury scones are a great alternative to burger buns or bagels

Spiced & iced Christmas trees

The whole family will enjoy making these cute and Christmassy gingerbread treats

Vanilla crème brûlée

Who better to teach us how to create this classic French dessert than the MasterChef himself, Michel Roux Jr?

Classic roast goose with cider gravy

A foolproof guide to cooking this festive favourite with a simple gravy

Chocolate tart with crème fraîche & raspberries

Prepare in advance for the perfect end to any meal

4 creamy dips

Four creamy vice-free dips

Lemon panna cotta with blackberries & honey madeleines

Creamy panna cotta, plump British blackberries and warm honey madeleines make a special dessert with very little effort