Milk-free cake

Try this simple chocolate and vanilla sponge cake for an easy, milk-free weekend bake. It uses an all-in-one method to save time in the kitchen

Mini victoria sponges

Make these bite-sized victoria sponges for a special afternoon tea or birthday celebration. Choose your favourite jam for the filling, then add whipped cream

Taramasalata

Whip up homemade taramasalata instead of using shop-bought. It’s easier than you might think and is a great addition to a grazing platter

Rose & pistachio cacen ffenest (‘window cake’)

Impress friends with this colourful rose & pistachio battenberg-style cake. It not only tastes delicious, but looks wonderful as part of an afternoon tea spread

Vanilla pavlova with pineapple & passion fruit

Prep all the elements for these pavlovas and let the kids build them. Pineapple and passion fruit is a great springtime combination, or try berries in the summer

Lemon & blueberry cheesecake tart

Combine the classic flavours of lemon and blueberries with a creamy cheesecake-inspired filling for this tart. It only takes 20 minutes to bake

Affogato chocolate pots

Whip up these coffee-laced chocolate pots in advance of entertaining. They’re easy to make but the flavours are pure sophistication

Sweet & sour prawns

Transform prawns into a takeaway treat – sweet & sour prawns – in less time than it would take to have it delivered. Alternatively, try with chicken if you prefer

Little burnt honey & almond cakes

Serve these honey and almond cakes warm for dessert, or just as a teatime treat. Dust with icing sugar and enjoy with our hot chocolate espresso sauce

Easy seafood chowder

Make this creamy seafood chowder for one using any leftovers you might have in the fridge or freezer. Garnish with parsley and serve with crusty bread