Who doesn't love Black Forest gateau? So here's a tart inspired by Black Forest flavours, made from a readymade pastry case (no one will ever guess!). The filling of chocolate custard, black cherries in kirsch and double cream is luscious and indulgent, just as festive desserts should be!
Sweet and airy meringue, zesty citrus and cranberry and crumbly pastry make this magnificent meringue pie the perfect festive baking recipe to impress friends and family
This decadent pudding is vegan, dairy- and gluten-free, so everyone can get stuck in
Sit back and relax with a slice of this spectacular s’mores layer cake, topped with crispy little meringues and a decadent drizzle of dark chocolate. Heaven!
This giant chocolate rocky road is perfect if you’re not a fan of traditional Christmas pudding, or if you’ve got kids to please over the festive period.
The impressive gluten-free Christmas cake is elegant, delicious, and easy to prepare
A classic bake during Christmas festive season, these mince pie stars are a nice alternative to the standard shape, prepared ahead these will save you time during this busy time of year.
Impress party guests with these little lemon tarts made with shop-bought pastry cases and a creamy lemon curd filling.
This vegan doughnut recipe involves baking instead of frying, making it even easier to follow at home
Earthy and buttery chestnuts take this incredible Christmas dessert to the next level
or an easy Christmas dessert that still looks impressive, try this tasty chocolate and caramel ice cream bundt recipe which has gooey caramel and peanut chunks rippled through nougat ice cream.
A simple but stylish DIY dessert platter to please those with a sweet tooth this Christmas
Self-saucing puddings are no typical bake – they rely on a bit of culinary magic to make the perfect pud. While the cake mixture rises, the sauce sinks to the bottom of the dish, creating a super moist sponge with a self-saucing effect when served
This easy blackberry fool recipe puts a new vegan twist on the classic English dessert. Layer up sweet blackberry pureé with creamy coconut yogurt for a pretty striped dessert, perfect for Christmas.
Start your Christmas prep early with this fabulous freeze-ahead chocolate and peppermint dessert. Combining the rich flavour of dark chocolate and refreshing mint, you’ll thank us later…
The best presents are often the ones you make - why not try these simple, Italian snow-like treats
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.
These dark and dramatic mince pies are inspired by that vintage classic the Black Forest gateau: they make a thoughtful and very tasty gift.
Made with sweet fondant icing and delicious desiccated coconut, these cute polar bear cupcakes make the perfect Christmas treats to share with friends and family
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
Advocaat is a sort of Dutch eggnog, and, used in recipes like this one for fluffy cupcakes, lends a boozy, Christmassy richness to proceedings. With buttercream icing piped over the top, these little cakes will make an irresistible addition to your festive menus.
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!
Master the classic Victoria sponge with our ultimate recipe. We use a little cornflour in the batter to get the cake wonderfully light and airy. Once you've perfected the basics, why not try one of our delicious flavour twists? See below for a few ideas.
Ghriba are soft almond cookies originating from Morocco. In this version, food writer Nargisse Benkabbou adds matcha for gentle earthiness and a beautiful green tone. If you're not a fan of matcha, try swapping it for a little orange blossom or rosewater for a floral flavour.
This stunning raspberry cheesecake is a real showstopper and the perfect way to celebrate summer raspberries. It's simple to make too – no baking required. Prep the day before serving and allow to chill in the fridge overnight before decorating. The combo of mascarpone cream, fragrant raspberries and salty-sweet pistachios is really special.
Make a batch of these light, fluffy cupcakes to share with your friends and family
Sweet meringues lie under sharp Conference pears and a drizzle of spiced chocolate caramel sauce
With shards of pistachio-jewelled brittle, sweet caramelised clementines and boozy orange blossom cream, these stunning Pavlovas are the perfect way to finish your Christmas dinner.