Reindeer peanut butter thumbprint cookies

Bake a batch of these sweet reindeer cookies on Christmas Eve to leave out for Santa. Kids will love helping out and adding Rudolph’s jammy red nose!

Varenyky

Enjoy traditional Ukrainian dumplings filled with onions, sauerkraut, chestnuts and mushrooms – the sweet chestnuts counter the sharp sauerkraut

Lumpia

Indulge in this Filipino-inspired recipe, an even more delicious version of a spring roll and staple of all Filipino celebrations. It’s a great sharing dish

Homemade cherry pie

Make this classic pie while cherries are in season. It’s the perfect summer dessert, served just warm with plenty of ice cream.

Christmas pudding buns

Turn leftover Christmas pudding into these sweet buns. ‘Tangzhong’ is the Chinese word for the roux-like paste that gives the buns their soft, fluffy texture

Angela Hartnett’s queen of puddings

I love a queen of puddings. Breadcrumbs, soaked in milk, vanilla flavoured egg, jam on top and then meringue. And when made well, it’s delicious. It’s also a great way to use up old bread or leftover jams, so it’s basically a store cupboard essential. Don’t use a sugary jam as the whole thing will then become overpoweringly sweet.

Spiced Christmas piccallili

A sweet, sharp pickle is a must-have at Christmas, and homemade is always superior to shop-bought. Be sure to wear gloves when preparing the beetroot to avoid purple-stained fingers!

Croissant crackers

Pair these sweet-and-savoury crackers with creamy brie for Christmas snacking. They also make a great gift – just package them up in an airtight container

Thai tea

Try to find an authentic Thai tea blend for this recipe if possible. A blend of tea and condensed milk and served with ice, it’s a sweet and moreish drink

Cheesy dauphinoise pie

Make use of your Christmas cheeseboard leftovers by transforming them into a hearty, warming pie

Strawberry & chocolate focaccia

Showcase sweet Morrisons Market Street strawberries in this easy bake – focaccia doesn’t always need to be savoury

Movie night snack trays

Make a family grazing board with a balanced mix of fruit, veg and treats for a weekend indulgence. Easily adaptable, everyone can pick their own selections