Squidgy chocolate pear pudding

This hot, gooey chocolate pud, with dark chocolate and canned pears, can be made ahead and frozen – a perfect no-fuss dinner party dessert

Passion layer torte

Get ahead for a dinner party or celebration with this indulgent, fruity cake which can be frozen for up to 2 months

Lime semifreddo cheesecake

This attractive frozen dessert can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months – perfect to get ahead for a Christmas dinner party

Simple gingerbread house

Bake a gingerbread house with our simple biscuit recipe and design template. Get the kids involved, too, and weave some magical Christmas memories

Pan-fried duck breast with creamed cabbage, chestnuts & caramelised pear

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A restaurant-quality dish by Gordon Ramsay made using easily found ingredients

Classic winter fruitcake

This festive icing is easy to use, looks amazing and makes a lighter end to a meal. The perfect centrepiece for Christmas tea

Brandy & vanilla butter

Not just for Christmas pud, this brandy butter goes perfectly with mince pies or spread over toasted panettone

Swede & parsnip bake

A mixed mash of favourite winter root veg with a crispy herb topping, which can be chilled or frozen ahead

Squash & sage pithivier

This simple pie for one makes a great veggie option for Christmas Day – make as many as you need and freeze ahead

Cranberry & red wine sauce

Keep this Christmas-spiced cranberry sauce in the fridge for up to a week before the big day