Classic fudge

Indulge in some melt-in-the-mouth fudge. The perfect year-round treat, it’s also great wrapped up as a gift for family and friends

Brookies

Combine two popular bakes, a chewy chocolate chip cookie and rich brownie, in this inventive treat. Fill the cake tin with these for the festive season, or give as gifts

Pistachio, almond, lemon & rose baklava

Wrap up a Middle Eastern or Turkish-inspired menu with fragrant homemade baklava for dessert. Diana Henry’s recipe features pistachio, almond, rose and lemon flavours

Homemade chocolate drops

Create a sophisticated chocolate box, perfect as a gift for guests at a wedding

Pistachio & cranberry cookies

These crunchy, fruit & nut biscuits are sure to be a family favourite – make ahead and freeze, or wrap up for the perfect homemade gift

Cherry & coconut Florentines

Cute chewy bites. Make one giant version, then stamp out the star shapes – leaving lots of bits to nibble!

Sugar-dusted vanilla shortbread

Great for keeping the biscuit tin topped up over Christmas, these sweet shortbread thins make a perfect treat

Seeded oatcakes

These quick biscuits make a great addition to a cheeseboard or gourmet homemade gift hamper

Dried apricot jam

A delicious preserve made from storecupboard dried fruit- serve with hot buttered toast or present as a gift

Peppermint candy canes

These sweet treats are a great last-minute gourmet addition to a homemade gift hamper and are fun to make with kids