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Chocolate and beetroot is a classic combo in a cake – the beetroot adds an earthy sweetness that works harmoniously with rich dark chocolate. In this chocolate beetroot cake recipe, we've added a creamy icing and tangy blackberry and beetroot drizzle. This is one special teatime treat!
Make the most of your cooking apples and bake them up into a delicious crumble. A classically comforting British bake, it features juicy Bramleys and an oaty topping
Fluffy, pillowy and delicious, these puffy cloud breads taste light as air and are totally gluten-free. Made with just three ingredients, these clever egg puffs can be served as a tasty snack or used in place of normal bread.
Tinned and frozen fruit make this reduced-sugar crumble more affordable. Enjoy on its own or with cream or ice cream.
Yes, you can create a delicious flapjack in the microwave and it doesn't need to contain butter or oil! This tasty, fruit-packed recipe is ideal for toddlers, suitable for the 12+ months weaning stage*, but kids of all ages will want a square! Ready in just 10 minutes, this is a great speedy snack to add to your weaning recipes.
When it comes to adding flavour, salt isn’t the only answer. We’ve mixed up some of the best alternatives for the ultimate seasoning
Bite-sized, starring two fry-up favourites and puffed up like mini toad-in-the-holes, these delicious popovers are sure to fly off your breakfast table
Crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, these lightly spiced gingerbread biscuits are the perfect Christmas baking activity. Top with spiced chai cream cheese frosting and decorate with colourful sprinkles.
Looking to mix up your mince pies this Christmas? This amaretto and apricot mincemeat is bursting with flavour and super-easy to make ahead!
A fun twist on the nostalgic Black Forest cake, this almond cake is rich, nutty, and bursting with holiday cheer—guaranteed to steal the show at any Christmas table!
This dreamy pear pudding is ideal for guests on a plant-based or dairy-free diet. Sweet maple syrup, fragrant thyme and festive ginger creates an intriguing, complex combination of flavours, finished off with a dash of luxurious coconut cream. This is too good to save for Christmas!
Looking for easy Christmas dessert ideas? This cosy twist on the classic crumble is ideal for using up festive leftovers and making the most of storecupboard ingredients.
Make something different this Christmas with cookery writer and food blogger, Zuza Zak's Makowiec – a Polish and Slavic poppy seed cake. Zuza says: "Makowiec is a much-loved cake because you can play around with the filling – some add candied orange peel, others chopped dried apricots. I’ve gone for a simple version – the filling is smooth and easy to work with."
With a spiced pumpkin cheesecake base and a melting s'mores topping, these tasty little bites are perfect for your Halloween party spreads. Or simply bake a batch for a cute teatime treat – you can use butternut squash if pumpkin isn't available.
A quiche with a potato crust? Don't knock it 'til you try it! Naturally gluten-free and showcasing fluffy and creamy Maris Pipers, the smashed potato crust feels both on-trend and comfortingly familiar. This makes a great lunch or centrepiece on a sharing table – everyone will want the recipe!
Take your baked apples to the next level with this gorgeous recipe full of warming whole and ground spices. The toffee sauce is so easy to make using melted toffee sweets – anyone can have a go. This is a great pud for after Sunday lunch or any night you fancy an autumnal sweet treat.
Simple, quick and tasty, this Med-style chicken tart has a lot going for it. For starters, it provides one of your 5-a-day and is a source of fibre and protein. Secondly, it uses leftover chicken stew – see recipe below – so it's great if you like batch-cooking. Rustle this up for a deliciously different lunch or a fab family meal in just half an hour.
Bright purple sprouting broccoli pairs with flaked smoked salmon for a tart that makes for a fantastic Sunday lunch
Who says mincemeat is only for mince pies? Its rich, spiced flavour makes it an ideal ingredient for a whole host of Christmas baking ideas. Try this twist on the classic shortcake recipe for a delightful festive dessert or teatime treat.
Jazz up leftover croissants with a luxe filling of pistachio frangipane and dark chocolate then bake until crisp, golden and gooey. Serve for breakfast for the ultimate indulgence or for dessert. It's the treat you didn't know you needed.
With ground ginger and cinnamon, these festive gingerbread people are packed with Christmas flavour.
This fragrant almond tart is a classic British dessert and true family favourite. This traditional Bakewell tart recipe includes buttery homemade pastry with a thick layer of raspberry jam and a soft frangipane topping.
Once you've mastered this easy vanilla cupcake recipe, you'll want to make it on repeat! Fluffy, golden sponge is topped with a swirl of rich vanilla buttercream for a classic bake that will be the star of any birthday party, afternoon tea or bake sale.
Add some umami to your baking with these sweet 'n' salty miso blondies, studded with chunks of white and dark chocolate. Suitable for plant-based or dairy-free diets, they're a simple-to-make, moreish teatime treat or snack. But be quick, these won't kick around for long!
Looking for a healthy sweet treat you can batch-cook for the week ahead? This low-calorie brownie recipe is the answer. Made with green lentils, these deliciously fudgy brownies are super-simple to whip up in just 30 minutes. Plus, they’re high in fibre and gluten-free!
Up your protein at breakfast with this chickpea granola recipe. Packed with flax, chia and pumpkin seeds and warming spices like cardamom and cinnamon, it's simple, delicious and high in plant-based protein. Make ahead and keep for up to a week.
A super-spooky savoury treat to serve at your Halloween party, these delicious pork pies are filled with succulent sausage meat, herby stuffing and a fiery chilli chutney. Cut out ghoulish faces from the pastry lids and you have the perfect pies for Halloween!
Enjoy the flavours of black tea and sweet dried fruit in this classic Bara brith recipe. Serve warm with a generous spread of butter.
A super easy twist on classic mince pies, these Christmas pop tarts make the perfect sweet treat to share over the festive season. Made simply with ready rolled pastry and a jar of mincemeat, you can have these little parcels baked and ready in no time.
This dreamy summer bake is perfect for packing away into your picnic hamper. Combining zingy lemon, creamy coconut and tart blackcurrant, it's a gorgeous sweet treat that is sure to be a huge hit with kids and adults alike
These apple pastries are so easy to make, everyone can get stuck in helping! With a caramelised honey and apple base, they are reminiscent of a classic apple tarte Tatin with much less prep time and no caramel to make. Enjoy warm with a little cream or ice cream or allow to cool and serve with a cuppa.
Master the perfect brownie with our tried-and-tested recipe. Nice and gooey in the middle but with a crisp edge, everyone will be asking for this chocolate brownie recipe! Lovely with a cuppa or served as an indulgent dessert with a scoop of ice cream.
This is our ultimate chocolate chip cookie recipe. Crispy on the outside with a deliciously chewy centre, master the classic with our top baking tips – plus some fun flavour twists if you're feeling adventurous!