Classic Victoria sandwich recipe

The perfect party cake, a Victoria sponge is a traditional bake everyone will love. Makes an easy wedding cake too

Celebration cupcakes

Make these individual party sponges ahead then follow our suggestions for decorating and icing

Leek & Caerphilly crumble tart

Use Caerphilly or Wensleydale cheese and a nutty topping in this make-ahead, lunchtime tart

Pear & cardamom tart

While traditional to use cardamom in savoury dishes, this frangipane dessert has hints of the fragrant spice to complement the pear and almond flavours

Cheesy eggy bread with chunky salad

Cheddar, cherry tomatoes and avocado are the key ingredients in this simple and fun meal-for-one

Glamorous fairy cakes

A retro twist to a childhood favourite – learn how to make fairy cakes then decorate for any occasion

Rum & raisin puddings

These individual desserts are deliciously naughty, so make plenty or you might have a fight on your hands when it comes to seconds

Artichoke & broad bean tart with watercress pesto

This vegetarian buffet centrepiece can be made a day ahead and served cold or reheated

Fudgy dark chocolate cake

Fudgy dark chocolate sponge, the perfect party cake, afternoon-tea cake or any-excuse cake

Lemon & raspberry meringue tart

A decadent summer dessert for a crowd that can largely be made ahead

Luscious lemon baked cheesecake

A simple but very impressive pud, light enough to have a slice to finish a big meal

Quiche Lorraine

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

This all-time favourite is perfect for a relaxed picnic with friends – serve with a crisp green salad