Little iced Christmas puds

Not everyone likes a traditional Christmas pudding, and these smaller ones are much lighter than their bigger, traditional counterpart

Tutti frutti Christmas pies

If you’re not a fan of traditional mince pies or just fancy something different, try these with dates, apricots, cranberries and apple

Light & fruity Christmas pud

An irresistibly tipsy passion fruit and Cointreau-laced pud that steams in half the time of a traditional Christmas pudding

Christmas pudding cake pops

Try making these Christmassy lollipops as a festive treat for kids – and get them involved in the kitchen too

Fruit & nut Christmas pudding loaf

The loaf shape makes this pud easy to slice and serve, and it takes less time to cook than a steamed one

Chocoholic’s Christmas pudding

Wow. A definite crowd pleaser – chocolate mousse hidden by a layer of chocolate sponge, covered with the best chocolate topping we’ve ever tasted

Sparkling vanilla Christmas cookies

Hang these from a Christmas tree or pack them into boxes as end-of-term gifts for teachers and friends.

Christmas buns

Paul Hollywood’s fruit rolls can be made ahead then heated up before adding a glossy glaze and citrus icing

Christmas turkey with clementine & bay butter

Using a salt rub on your bird will act like a brine and make it extra succulent – this festive roast is permeated with citrus, thyme and sherry

Boozy Christmas bombe

If you like rum and raisin ice cream, you’ll love this brandy-soaked Christmas bombe

Christmas wreath cake

Turn one fruitcake into two with these festive ideas – this one is a decorative holly ring with fondant icing (find the second recipe in ‘goes well with’)

Christmas pudding trifle

Use leftover Christmas pudding to rustle up this speedy and sumptuously creamy trifle with Grand Marnier-steeped oranges