Frangipane, fig & orange tart

Treat guests over for Christmas to this frangipane, fig and orange tart. It’s delicious at the end of a family feast, or simply served for afternoon tea

Vegan yule log

Make this vegan chocolate yule log ahead of time for a stress-free festive dessert – a great alternative to Christmas pudding

Gluten-free Christmas cake

Make this dairy-, gluten-, nut- and egg-free Christmas cake. This is a festive cake for everyone, and the best part is, no one will ever guess it’s free-from!

Brookies

Combine two popular bakes, a chewy chocolate chip cookie and rich brownie, in this inventive treat. Fill the cake tin with these for the festive season, or give as gifts

Mint chocolate chip cookies

Enjoy these cookies during the Christmas season, and share with loved ones. They’re made with little pieces of peppermint candy canes for an extra-festive flourish

Ultimate easy gingerbread

Make some gingerbread stars to hang from your Christmas tree. This biscuit dough is extremely forgiving if overworked, so it’s perfect for baking with children

Caramel apple cinnamon buns

Balance the sharp flavour of apple with the sweetness of caramel and a tangy soft cheese icing to make these toffee-apple-inspired cinnamon buns

Blackberry & orange cake

Try a twist on layered sponge cake with blackberries, zesty oranges and marmalade in place of your usual filling. Pipe the topping for a professional look

Maple pear, pecan & mascarpone roulade

Try the combo of pecans and maple syrup with juicy pears and a light-as-air sponge in this impressive roulade. It’s great with a cuppa or served as a pudding

Tomato, corn, ricotta & parmesan cobbler

Make this tomato and cheese cobbler to serve alongside roast chicken or enjoy on its own. It’s a revelation if you’ve never made a savoury cobbler before

Buttermilk corn pancakes with bacon & maple syrup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Enjoy our buttermilk corn pancakes with bacon and maple syrup for an American-style brunch. If you can’t get hold of buttermilk, you can easily make your own

Iced finger buns

These picture-perfect iced buns are ideal for an afternoon tea spread or a weekend baking project. Fill with jam and cream for a traditional treat.