Gingerbread jumpers

Cover these cute gingerbread biscuits with icing and sprinkles in Christmas jumper patterns for a fantastically festive bake

Clementine, cranberry & pistachio meringue wreath

This stunning dinner party dessert makes a showstopping centrepiece – the individually portioned pieces make serving really simple

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

Day of the Dead biscuits

Celebrate the Mexican Day of the Dead festival or Halloween with these spooky cookies – go wild with colourful icing and decorations!

Omelette pancakes with tomato & pepper sauce

Healthy, low-calorie and gluten-free – these herby egg ‘pancakes’ will become your go-to favourite for a quick midweek meal

Giant cookie cake

Studded with white and milk chocolate chips, Lisa Lipman’s moreish cake is delicious served either warm with a dollop of ice cream or cold, with its chewy cookie texture

Raggmunk

These crispy potato and carrot fritters are a cross between pancakes and a rösti – a classic Swedish side dish to meat and fish dishes

Gluten-free storecupboard fishcakes

This family favourite is a great way to get seafood into a gluten-free diet – and by using canned tuna it fits into even the strictest of student budgets

Quick & spicy nasi goreng

Save on the washing up with this speedy supper for one, with wholesome ingredients like Chinese cabbage and brown rice, finished with a fried egg

Microwave peanut butter & jam brownies

Forget microwave mug cakes – if you're after some serious indulgence in just 15 minutes, this easy chocolate brownie recipe is sure to hit the spot

Best ever pumpkin pie with stem ginger cream

Turn the volume up on this classic American dessert and make it fit for a dinner party feast, with stem ginger cream and pumpkin seed brittle

Cheat’s chicken ramen

This speedy version of the classic Japanese noodle soup makes a delicious everyday dinner or warming lunch – and it’s low in fat and calories too