Butter-roasted supreme of chicken with wild mushroom & potato gratin

This delicious Gordon Ramsay recipe is a reader favourite every Christmas – time you find out why

The ultimate makeover: Sponge pudding & custard

Angela’s pud has half the fat of the classic recipe, but all the flavour, with a layer of seasonal fruit

Smoked salmon soufflés

These non-scary, freezer-friendly soufflés can be baked ahead, then reheated in the oven before serving

Blackberry & apple cake

A moist fruit sponge, packed with the best seasonal produce with a touch of almond and cinnamon too

Upside-down sticky apricot cake

Add a little extra to this cake with saffron strands, don’t worry if you don’t have any – it’s delicious either way

Peanut butter cake

A mouth-watering sponge with a wonderfully gooey peanut butter and caramel filling

Toffee nut squares

These sticky, biscuity squares are a popular coffee morning choice

Lemon bars

These slices of zesty lemony goodness are hard to resist

Warm raspberry cupcakes with orange sugar drizzle

These wonderful tangy treats taste perfect with a spoonful of crème fraîche

Banana & pecan loaf

This tea-time favourite is moist, sweet, nutty and comforting – it’s bound to be a hit with friends and family

Classic sponge sandwich

Want to know how to make a sponge cake? This nostalgic Victoria cake will provide you with a versatile go-to version

The ultimate makeover: Blueberry trifle

Angela Nilsen discovers a lighter way to serve this ever-popular dessert