Burnt aubergine veggie chilli

This warming aubergine chilli is low fat and 4 of your 5 a day. Serve up this smoky spiced supper with brown rice and all your favourite trimmings

Bubble waffles

These waffles are made in a special honeycomb mould and are a popular treat in Hong Kong. The result is crispy edges and soft, chewy 'bubbles'

Christmas brownies

Chocolate truffles, amaretti biscuits and a few edible Christmas flourishes make these festive brownies an extra-special dessert no one could resist

Black Forest Christmas fool

A simple, quick and indulgent dessert you can rustle up in 10 minutes. If you want to make a non-alcoholic version, use a can of cherries in syrup instead

Churros ice cream sandwich

Try a crispy Spanish-style doughnut coated in cinnamon sugar filled with dulce de leche or chocolate ice cream  – not your average ice cream sandwich!

Carrot lemonade

A simple, sweet cordial you can make from leftover carrots. Don’t throw the grated carrots away after steeping – bake up a delicious carrot cake

Double choc peanut butter cookies

What could be better with a glass of cold milk than a warm, gooey peanut butter cookie? These choc chunk treats are topped with crunchy chopped peanuts

Mint-choc mousse

This reduced-sugar dessert has a light mousse texture, a refreshing hint of mint and rich chocolate finish all at once – the perfect after dinner treat

Florentine biscuits

We've given the classic Florentine a chocolate covered biscuity base so they're perfect for dunking. Enjoy yourself or give as a homemade gift

Sherry, almond & orange pandoro

This buttery, Italian bread really is the star of Christmas desserts. Try this light, festive dessert with whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate

Eggnog trifle

A classic Christmas drink and a favourite English pudding combined, this is the ultimate party dessert to feed a crowd, serve chilled from the fridge

Polar bear peppermint creams

We're in love with these cute minty treats that the kids can get involved in making. If you want a more classic cream, coat pieces in melted dark chocolate