Sweet Christmas

This quick setting light textured cheesecake is the perfect answer to an alternative to the richness of Christmas pudding . . . the fruity cranberry coulis cuts through the soft and creamy filling and the buttery shortbread. Happy Christmas!

Nothing says how much you care than a homemade present – and these Florentines are so quick and easy. Make them look really professional with a cellophane bag and some ribbon.

These sponge puddings are the epitome of comfort food – serve with lashings of hot custard or pour over some evaporated milk for extra indulgence. They’re so easy and also only take 25 minutes to steam rather than a few hours with this quick oven method. Add any spices you like to the pudding – you could just add a good pinch or two of mixed spice or just the cinnamon. Try this recipe with cooked apples or pears when in season.