Lemon star biscuits

Gorgeous, edible decorations for the Christmas tree which will delight your children

Orange & almond cake with citrus mascarpone

An unbelievably moist and yummy dessert

Citrus burst syllabub with almond heart cookies

Create a simple posset-like mousse of orange and lemon, and serve with your own nutty biscuits for dipping

Hollandaise sauce

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

To make your own hollandaise sauce for eggs Benedict or other brunch dishes, try this recipe from Cass Titcombe, co-founder of Spitalfields restaurant Canteen

White chocolate, raspberry & hazelnut marble torte

Good enough to impress any crowd, this can be made ahead and whipped out of the fridge an hour before serving

Silky chicken liver parfait tart

If you’re not a confident pastry-maker, you can use shop-bought pastry – you’ll find it easier to handle and the result will still be delicious

Rhubarb & custard pie with butter crumble

Moyra Fraser’s indulgent dessert is a great mix of two classic rhubarb puds.

Pecan & maple syrup sticky pudding

The perfect family desert

Quick pancake wraps

These savoury pancake wraps are a real hit with children and make a great, speedy snack

Berry semifreddo with warm chocolate sauce

An indulgent dessert with a hint of coffee that you can freeze for up to one month – perfect for festive entertaining

Jewelled mince pies

Step up the quality of your mince pies with this melt-in-the-mouth recipe

Coconut, syrup & lime tart

A delightfully indulgent dessert that you can make ahead – a perfect way to round off a special meal