The ultimate makeover: Chocolate mousse

This sophisticated dessert is great for a dinner party, or for a lighter family pud use ordinary dark chocolate with less cocoa solids

The ultimate makeover: Vanilla ice cream

Angela Nilsen creates a luscious ice cream that is creamy, fresh and – wait for it…. low-fat!

Passion fruit cream

These rich, silky creams can be made well in advance – for lots of tasty leftovers just double the amount

Classic vanilla ice cream

Everyone will be impressed by this smooth and creamy classic ice cream

Russian chicken & mushroom pies with soured cream & dill

Packed with rice, chicken, veggies and a creamy sauce, these Russian-influenced pies are great for using up leftovers

Apple & pear fritters

Whisked egg whites in the batter give a light, golden coating to the fruit – delicious with vanilla ice cream

Chunky fudge & coffee ripple ice cream

Your friends and family will love this tasty ice cream with a fudge twist

Quick chilli cornbread

This spicy, dense bread is an ideal accompaniment for soup or chowder – it’s ready in less than an hour

Griddle scones with honey

Quick and easy to make with storecupboard ingredients, griddle scones go perfectly with creamy honey and butter

Beanburger puffs

A satisfying cross between a sausage roll and a beanburger, with a creamy texture and tangy flavour

Cheese wheatmeal biscuits

Savoury oaty biscuits that are great for lunch boxes, add Marmite or peanut butter for a delicious pinwheel

Triple cheese & onion muffins

Savoury fluffy cakes packed with cheddar, Parmesan, chives, spring onion and cream cheese – delicious fresh from the oven