Make it with mincemeat

Expect lots of admiring comments when you round off your celebratory meal with an impressive prep-ahead dessert

Now is the perfect time to prepare for the feasting ahead with these treats bursting with seasonal flavours

Get the mixing bowls out for traditional cakes and bakes that will fill your home with warming aromas as they cook

Have lots of foodies on your gift list? Treat your friends and family to these thoughtful edible homemade gifts

By Francesca Bonadonna (plantifullybasedblog.com) Makes 20 | Prep 35 mins plus chilling | Cook 10-15 mins FOR THE GINGERBREAD COOKIES 113g vegan butter, softened100g brown sugar45ml unsulphured molass

Whether it’s festive nibbles with the neighbours or a full-scale NYE party, these drinks and canapés are sure to please all