Choc chunk, cashew & cranberry cookies

These nutty biscuits are packed with chocolate chunks and chewy dried fruit – swap the cashews for peanuts if you prefer

Chocolate & spice hot cross buns

Flecked with dark chocolate, cinnamon, orange zest and plump raisins, these buns make an extra-special Easter treat

Salted caramel brownies

Take indulgent, fudgy chocolate brownies to the next level with a layer of salted caramel running through the centre of each bite

Easter chocolate bark

This attractive chocolate treat makes a perfect alternative gift instead of Easter eggs, and it’s easy enough for kids to make too

Brooklyn blackout cake

This rich, dark sponge is filled and coated with a thick chocolate custard, then finished with crumbled cake – best eaten chilled

Banana custard eclairs

Give these afternoon tea classics a fruity makeover with a creamy banana custard filling – perfect for a sophisticated spread

Raspberry & dark chocolate teacakes

These classic afternoon tea nibbles are given a fruity twist and smothered in chocolate for an extra special spread

Healthy banana & peanut butter ice cream

Use up ripe bananas in this easy frozen dessert with almond milk, peanut butter and cinnamon – a low-fat sweet treat

Strawberry & white chocolate choux buns

Fill light choux pastry with a creamy vanilla custard and Greek yogurt filling then finish with fresh fruit for a lower-sugar afternoon tea treat

Baked banana cheesecake

Forget banana bread, use up over-ripe fruit in this low-sugar cheesecake with a chocolate and nut base and a ricotta and yogurt topping

Mint-chocolate bark with pretzels

These little triple chocolate bites make a great addition to a sweet party buffet, or an attractive edible gift

Crunchy peanut & toffee bonbons

Serve these gorgeous peanut butter and milk chocolate balls as a party buffet sweet treat, or wrap up as an edible gift