With Christmas just around the corner there will be plenty of jars of rich and fruity mincemeat in the shops – perfect for adding to mini sponge puddings.

Easy to make, this layered frozen yoghurt dessert makes a great cooler on a hot day. For a vegan option, use plant-based yoghurt and vegan maple syrup instead of honey

Fun to make with the kids or grandchildren over the summer holidays, these cute little cupcakes will win a place in everyone’s heart

Just a few simple ingredients combine to make the most luscious tea time treat. If you prefer the classic chocolate éclair, simply melt 100g dark chocolate with a spoonful of golden syrup and 20g unsalted butter, cool until thickened then spread over the top of the éclairs.

Haven’t had chance to make your annual Christmas cake? Try this simple but delicious alternative instead that packs plenty of flavour and looks the part too.

The surprising inclusion of watercress adds a delicious peppery note to the vanilla flavour of this light, summery cake topped with cool cream cheese frosting.

The buttery pastry for this deep dish pie is made with a mix of self-raising and plain flours which gives it a soft and cake-like texture.

Light but indulgent, these creamy individual fruity cheesecakes make for a naughty but nice way to finish an evening meal.

This classic French dessert exudes the wow factor yet is made from just a few cheap ingredients in roughly an hour.