Pull a festive dessert out of the bag with James Martin's make-ahead Christmas tree-shaped pavlova. For this recipe you will need a hand-held mixer or a freestanding mixer and a piping bag.

From gooey yule logs to flaky mince pies, here’s how to master Christmas desserts according to Festive author Francesca Stone. Whether you’re a dab hand in the kitchen or a novice looking to ...

Not a fan of the traditional festive pudding? Try these alternative Christmas dessert recipes instead, inspired by fairy tales, New York and the Middle East. Christmas dinner is one of the best ...

Making everything from scratch at Christmas, for a fortnight of big dinners, parties and guests, might be our idea of fun. But under the pressure of the season, even the best of us might wistfully ...