Bramley & blackberry tray cake

A kind of right-way-up upside down cake – a perfect teatime treat. You can make it in a roasting tin, too

Chocolate tree cake

An easy yet stunning decorative idea which will put those surplus Christmas chocolates to good use

Blueberry & coconut cake

This dairy-free dessert is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and is even freezer-friendly

Buttery potato cake

A perfect potato dish for Sunday lunch or dinner party – serve in wedges, or put the whole cake on the table for everyone to cut into

Nutty apricot & cinnamon pudding

A sticky, spicy and moreish pudding – brilliant way to round off a winter meal

Wild mushroom & potato cake

This autumnal, vegetarian side dish can be cooked ahead and reheated – it's perfect with a slow roast or veggie casserole

Courgette loaf cake

Use up a garden glut in this sweet, spiced sponge loaf – the hidden veg keeps it moist and walnuts add crunch

Festive fondant fancies

Turn a simple traybake into magical mouthfuls with these fun and easy decoration ideas

Honey cake with honeyed almond crunch

If you like crunchy honey-nut cereal in the morning, you’ll love this for elevenses

Full English potato cake

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Take time to start the day in style with a special breakfast of giant hash browns with bacon, eggs and tomato

Stollen mince pies

Two festive giants collide in these shortcrust pastry bakes with marzipan, madeira cake and mincemeat

Brilliant banana loaf

A cross between banana bread and a drizzle cake, this easy banana loaf recipe is a quick bake that can be frozen and is great for using up overripe bananas