From-the-freezer mince pies

Keep these festive favourites nice and simple or spice things up with some imaginative twists

Summer celebration cake

This fruity cake is impressive but easy to make – perfect for birthdays or for dessert

Crushed raspberry creams

Barney Desmazery’s tasty berry dessert is both creamy and low in fat – no cooking needed

Best ever chunky guacamole

This is the best version of this classic dip. The ingredients are kept to a minimum, so it's as fresh-tasting as possible

Blackberry zabaglione

Italian zabaglione is lovely rippled with a few crushed berries for a quick, outstanding dessert

Sticky rice & mango

Sticky rice and mango pud with coconut milk – a simple, heavenly Thai classic

Rhubarb, ginger & apple scrunch pie

A cheat’s fruit pie for a family dessert, especially after the Sunday roast

Angela’s summer pudding

Angela Nilsen discovers a stunning new way for a classic fruity British dessert

Mini New York cheesecakes

Everyone's favourite dessert is now bitesize! This simple-to-make traybake can be cut into mini bites for the ultimate sweet canapé

Healthier chicken balti

A lighter version of the Indian takeaway classic from Angela Nilsen, this tomato-based curry is packed with extra spinach and peppers

Eton mess scones

Take the classic strawberry, clotted cream and meringue combo and serve it on easy-to-make scones- irresistible

Cheese & jalapeno bites with salsa & mojitos

These moreish, easy-to-make wraps are perfect for a casual party