Say cheers in style with these impressive celebration cocktails

A seasonal sweet treat and elevated festive fizz are the perfect way to see in the New Year

The lull between Christmas and New Year is the perfect time to slow down and keep things simple in the kitchen. These comforting, budget-friendly ideas make the most of what you already have at home.

PREP: 15 MINS COOK: 25 MINS CALS: 337 FAT: 7.5G SAT FAT: 2.5G CARBS: 56G SERVES 6 Delicious banana bread and sticky toffee pud with a low-fat toffee sauce. YOU WILL NEED 150g pitted dates 1tsp bicarbo

Once the feasting ceases, and you’re craving something fresher and healthier, you can transform Christmas leftovers into nutritious and budget-friendly meals with ease using a few clever tweaks. 1 SOU

■ Serves 8-10 ■ Prep 25 mins plus cooling ■ Cook 25 mins 250g unsalted butter, softened,plus extra for the tin2 tbsp instant coffee granules250g golden syrup4 eggs100g walnuts, finely chopped225g self