Sunshine burgers

Teach children rolling and shaping skills with these beef patties from CBeebies’ ‘i can cook’

Leek, cheese & potato pasties

Mini veggie pastry parcels with oozing cheese make a great value and comforting homemade snack

Red pepper, walnut & goat’s cheese palmiers

These mini French pastry swirls with soft cheese are a great cheat’s canapé – quick, simple and stunning

Lemon drizzle cakes

The mini and extra marvellous version of our most popular recipe, the lemon drizzle cake

Chicken skewers with satay dip

If you’re looking for a quick dinner party canapé you can’t go far wrong with this easy classic

Lemon meringue cupcakes

These mini meringues will bring a touch of zing to your party, and can be made one day ahead for extra ease

Truffled parsnip & Parmesan bruschetta

Scented truffle oil and fresh Parmesan make humble parsnips the star in this tasty Christmas canapé

Lemony tuna pitta pockets

These simple and tasty stuffed pitta breads are great for a quick lunchtime snack

Strawberry marshmallow mousse

This super-quick make-ahead dessert was created by Good Food readers Gemma Newman and Ruth Allott

Mini baked Alaskas with boozy cherry centres

A much-loved favourite with a modern-day twist – and all the components can be prepared in advance

Mini creamy mushroom pies

Individual party pies with vegetarian garlicky filling, flavoured with caraway for a Scandinavian feel

Spicy chicken rice

A simple, low-fat, mid-week dish that’s perfect when you are rushed for time but need to feed the family