christmas-cake-creations

Kransekake

2 Hours

SERVES 12

With rings of chewy almond stacked to form a tower, this celebration wreath cake tastes as good as it looks.

Raspberry swirl swiss roll

1 Hour 20 Mins

SERVES 12

The impressive-looking stripes are created with a red sponge mixture.

Traditional rich fruit cake

28 Hours 15 Mins

SERVES 20

This recipe has been a Christmas favourite for years – it will keep for up to three months without icing.

Masterclass Christmas cake

28 Hours 5 Mins

SERVES 24

Get ahead with your preparations and you'll be rewarded with a rich, moist fruit cake that's ready for icing and decorating in December

Tropical dried fruit cheesecake

1 Hour 20 Mins

SERVES 12

Soaking the fruit in Malibu gives this baked cheesecake an unexpected twist. Or add raisins soaked in rum instead for a traditional flavour.

Chocolate almond meringue gateau

1 Hour 30 Mins

SERVES 10

Save time by preparing this in advance, then just assemble on the day. The meringue will keep for a week in an airtight container, and the chocolate sauce for 5 days in the fridge.

The ultimate Yule log

2 Hours

SERVES 12

With rich chocolate sponge, fresh cream and cherries frosted with sugar, our roulade takes this Christmas treat to a luxurious new level