Almond-topped mince pies

These festive favourites are encased in a rich, sweet shortcrust pastry and finished off with a frangipane topping that livens up every bite

Plum crumble cake

This sumptuous seasonal bake is topped with halved plums or apricots and a buttery crumble topping – serve as a pudding or cake

Coconut Nice

Upgrade the classic Nice biscuit with a coconut cream icing and desiccated coconut topping – they’re vegan, too

Baked nectarines & raspberries with almonds & honey

One of the simplest ways to showcase summer fruit, this dessert is finished with a crunchy amaretti biscuit and flaked almond topping

Coconut cherry berry fool

Use up an abundance of cherries in this easy layered dessert, with crumbled macaroons and a coconut yogurt cream topping

Gooseberry crème brûlée tart

Seasonal berries and sweet pastry make a stunning dessert for a dinner party – blowtorch for a beautifully crisp cracked sugar topping

Maple-glazed blueberry muffins

Give the classic blueberry muffin a makeover by adding a crisp maple-sugar glaze, which sets to a cracked crust

Lemon & black pepper crusted salmon

This simple, speedy fish dish combines contrasting textures of succulent salmon fillets with a crunchy breadcrumb topping

Rösti lamb hotpot

Top lamb mince and vegetables with a grated potato and cheese topping and serve in individual dishes for a delicious dinner for two

Scandi smoked mackerel on rye

Open sandwiches make a lovely light lunch or dinner – try topping dark rye bread with Scandinavian-style fish, crème fraîche and tomatoes

Turkey meatballs in olive & courgette sauce

Turkey mince meatballs and pan-fried vegetables make a tasty topping for pasta – a great way to get 2 of your 5 a day at dinner

Bacon & avocado frittata

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Crisp smoky bacon and creamy avocado make a tasty topping for omelette – serve with salad for a light midweek meal