Egg custard tarts

These Portuguese-style golden tartlets are perfect to finish off a dinner party or as an afternoon treat with coffee

Chorizo Scotch quail’s eggs

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Upgrade this picnic family favourite with a tangy chorizo and blanched almond shell, covering perfectly soft-set yolks

Dark & white chocolate cardamom swirl tart

Layer up two types of chocolate ganache on a biscuit base to make a stunning marbled tart – perfect as a dinner party dessert

Courgette ribbon salad

Use a spiralizer to create this fresh, zingy, raw salad – perfect with grilled chicken or fish and topped with crumbled feta or goat's cheese

Little pistachio cakes

These nutty little cupcakes, topped with cream cheese icing make a pretty addition to any buffet dessert or afternoon tea spread

Banana custard eclairs

Give these afternoon tea classics a fruity makeover with a creamy banana custard filling – perfect for a sophisticated spread

Ploughman’s scones

These savoury cheese scones, filled with thin slices of apple and chutney, make a delicious addition to an afternoon tea spread

Monkey bread

This American, pull-apart sweet treat is sticky, spiced and stuffed with pecans – an indulgent breakfast, brunch or dessert to share

Healthy banana & peanut butter ice cream

Use up ripe bananas in this easy frozen dessert with almond milk, peanut butter and cinnamon – a low-fat sweet treat

Floating islands with caramel sauce

Fluffy poached meringue is served over a rich crème anglaise in this classic dinner party dessert

Cantabrian prawn cocktail

King prawns and crabmeat pair beautifully in this Spanish seafood starter, with a zesty mayonnaise dressing

Morello cherry & almond traybake

This fruity cake uses ground rice and almond extract for a cheaper bake – perfect for a cake sale or as a teatime treat