Sweet chestnuts and chocolate make a heavenly combination at Christmas time
This chocolate cake is made entirely in a mug. It requires no weighing, takes 45 seconds to cook and has a melty chocolate centre, perfect for a quick treat
These sticky individual cakes are inspired by rum babas- fruity, boozy and delicious. Serve with our stem ginger cream
These light cakes may just be the perfect pudding after an enormous Christmas dinner
Indulge guests at your next party with this impressive dessert. A touch of salt really sets off the caramel and dark chocolate
An Asian-inspired crème brûlée, infused with flavours of coconut, lime and vanilla. The perfect end to a Thai main course.
Try this light, creamy raspberry cake for a sweet summer treat
A mouth-watering sponge with a wonderfully gooey peanut butter and caramel filling
Everybody loves traditional strawberry Eton mess, but blackberries also work beautifully with homemade meringue and luscious lemon cream
Healthier than your average chocolate cake, this rich and dark bake is lighter on the calorie count.
Use grated pumpkin or butternut squash for these gorgeous, spiced cupcakes
Lemongrass adds an intriguing citrus taste and fragrance to the syrup for this exotic fruit salad
This alcoholic blend is made with dulce de leche - a thick caramel. Add salt to your liking then serve up a mug of pure boozy bliss
A perfect balance of lightness and indulgence - once you've mastered making caramel with our step by step guide this favourite is surprisingly easy to make
The ultimate grown-up comfort food, use leftover fruit bread or even croissants instead of the bread if you prefer
Inject some Christmas spirit into the workplace with these easy to share slices
These cheat's sweets make a great addition to a party spread or gift hamper. Use chocolate caramels and cover with edible gold
Try this luscious, low-fat cheesecake with an amaretti biscuit base and a creamy ricotta and Quark topping, finished with fresh fruit.
These cute and festive pies make a good warm dessert or a tangy alternative to mince pies
A staple of Christmas, this mincemeat will make the perfect addition to all your seasonal baking
Take the classic strawberry, clotted cream and meringue combo and serve it on easy-to-make scones- irresistible
Spoon this bakewell tart filling into uncooked, mini tartlet cases for a great alternative to mince pies, or for an afternoon tea treat
These hipster moustache and retro lip cookies are ideal as wedding favours or as part of a children's party buffet
Plum pudding with almonds and black pepper - a delicious dinner party dessert that's just 20 minutes work - by Gary Rhodes