Frosty forest cake

You can make this Christmas cake right at the last minute. The decorating makes a fun holiday project for the kids

Mont Blanc ice-cream squares

This Christmas dessert, based on the French classic, can be made several weeks ahead, saving you from the usual stress of the season

Moroccan spiced pie

The perfect showpiece to your Christmas Day meal – and it's suitable for veggies

Chocolate orange & Grand Marnier truffle cake

This naughty pudding is the perfect way to use up all those Christmas Chocolate Oranges. A definite winner

Shimmering forest cake

Get the kids to help create this winter wonderland – just make sure you have enough Smarties to nibble on!

Rudolph’s snowball carrot muffins

Get the children to create their own Christmas magic with these fluffy muffins, perfect for Rudolph and Santa

Classic winter fruitcake

This festive icing is easy to use, looks amazing and makes a lighter end to a meal. The perfect centrepiece for Christmas tea

Crab, avocado & herby hollandaise tarts

These versatile crab tarts are perfect for Christmas or celebratory meals

Dazzling beetroot-cured salmon

This salmon needs to be made at least three days ahead, which means very little work to do on Christmas day

Festive fruit & nut cake

This fabulously moist and nutty Christmas cake is baked with a syrup and nut topping – a bit like a Florentine biscuit

Brie & pecan bites

These cheesy bites are a great addition when you're hosting a drinks party with canapés

Brandy & vanilla butter

Not just for Christmas pud, this brandy butter goes perfectly with mince pies or spread over toasted panettone