Mini mincemeat crumble pies

Red grapes add moistness to these mince pies with a quirky crumble topping

New York cheesecake

This authentic creamy dessert will add a taste of New York to any dining table

Lemon Bakewell tarts

A twist on the classic cherry Bakewell, these mini citrus-flavoured pies are an elegant dessert choice

Mustard-glazed roast chicken with Waldorf stuffing

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A few extra vegetables will turn this recipe into a Sunday lunch spread – get ahead by making the stuffing in advance

Fruity simnel squares

This easy twist on the classic fruit sponge makes plenty of squares – all decorated with marzipan eggs

Vanilla yogurt ice with honeyed pink grapefruit

A stylish make-ahead, low-calorie dessert

Orange polenta cake

Give your dessert an Italian flavour with this moist and fruity polenta cake

Baked cherry cheesecake

This impressive make-ahead dessert, from Good Food reader Jane White, is sure to become a favourite

Marjoram-scented crème caramel with chilled rhubarb crumble

This stylish make-ahead dessert by Great British Menu’s Glynn Purnell is the perfect way to end a sophisticated dinner party

Iced berry mousse cake

A frozen dessert like this is always useful when entertaining… and the bright pink mousse will be a talking point!

Nutty apple streusel cake

With slices of British Cox’s apples and a crunchy nut topping, this cake is a winner

Orange & almond cake with citrus mascarpone

An unbelievably moist and yummy dessert