1. Rocky road
Made with a mix of childhood favourite ingredients including marshmallows, jelly lollies, nuts and chocolate, there's little wonder why rocky road is so popular. The key to a successful rocky road is to have everything chopped up and ready to go before you get started. Otherwise your chocolate can quickly set or become lumpy while you're prepping the other ingredients.
2. Basic pancakes
Pancakes make an ideal festive treat, perfect for lazy brunches or a Christmas morning celebration. Try making the batter the night before and leaving it in the fridge ready to cook early the next day. To make festive pancakes, you can even try tinting the batter red or green by including a couple of drops of food colouring.
3. White Christmas
This classic slice is packed full of fruit, coconut and rice bubbles for that irresistible flavour and texture. Don't think you have to stick to the usual inclusions this Christmas. Instead try substituting the fruit for what you enjoy including glace ginger, diced dried mango, pineapple or cranberries.
4. Rum balls
Fudgy and moreish, this classic rum balls recipe is sure to become a favourite treat and ideal gift this Christmas. Made with biscuits, condensed milk, cocoa and rum, it is as easy as it is delicious. Remember to store the balls in an airtight container in the fridge to prevent the rum from evaporating and to ensure they keep their shape.
5. Honey glazed ham
A traditional favourite, glazed ham is brilliant on Christmas day and is loved as a leftover. If you've never tried making your own, this recipe is an ideal introduction, combining honey, mustard, sherry and soy sauce. Studded with cloves and baked until golden, it is sure to become a much-loved addition to your table.
6. Eggnog
It may be hot outside, but you can still enjoy the warming flavours of eggnog with this warm weather twist. Full of Christmas cheer, ensure your ingredients are very cold to turn this often heavy drink into something refreshing and delicious. Believe us, this one is sure to bring out anyone's Christmas cheer!
7. Shortbread biscuits
This easy shortbread recipe is a cinch to make, requires few ingredients and is sure to be a hit with all. Remember to use the very best butter you can find as this will greatly affect the final flavour.
8. White chocolate malteser cheesecake
Make this show-stopping cheesecake your centrepiece this Christmas. For a fun festive twist, try topping with broken candy cane pieces and a drizzle of white chocolate or sprinkling with your favourite chocolate treats like M&Ms, Maltesers or Kit Kat.
9. Mini Christmas puddings
Turn a store-bought Christmas pudding into something special with this recipe. Easy to make, ensure you have everything prepped and ready to go before getting started. For an extra special touch, serve each mini pudding in a festive cupcake paper.
10. Banana cake
Although not a usual Christmas choice, we think a banana cake makes a great addition to your festive baking as it keeps well in the heat, makes good use of over ripe bananas, is packed with festive spice and is easy on the budget. Keep this one on hand for those moments when unexpected guests drop by or for all those Christmas picnics when you need something to feed a crowd.
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