Mother's Day recipes

What could be more decadent? A crushed chocolate digestive biscuit base is layered with two types of creamy chocolate then topped with malty treats and chocolate buttons – and no oven needed

Try something different with roast lamb and make this Sunday centrepiece cooked in hay – it adds a sweet smoky flavour. Just make sure it's free of pesticides

These delicate shortbreads make a perfect gift. Given a floral hint with rosewater, you could also use orange blossom extract or dried lavender

These nutty little cupcakes, topped with cream cheese icing make a pretty addition to any buffet dessert or afternoon tea spread

A simple and sweet all-in-one cake - ideal for Mothering Sunday

Merge cheesy leeks and a classic lasagne to make our mouth-watering family-sized pasta dish. This is an easy and impressive bubbling masterpiece

Try this coconut twist on a panna cotta. The cleanness of the mango and lime served alongside cuts perfectly through the richness of the cream

This indulgent weekend brunch combines salty bacon with sweet, maple-syrup-soaked brioche and banana slices for a special breakfast to savour

Add some citrussy zing to your baking with this gluten and dairy-free orange olive oil cake, topped with a rosemary and cardamom drizzle. It's super fragrant and delicious

Give the classic French dessert a modern twist with these pretty mini mocha madeleines. These easy cakes are the perfect treat for afternoon tea

Give coffee cake the ultimate upgrade - layer with chocolate hazelnut frosting, add a creamy topping and sprinkle with crushed nuts

Make a batch of potato scones to serve with smoked salmon and a dollop of soured cream for brunch or a weekend treat

This dauphinoise makes an impressive addition to the Sunday lunch table. Pile in the cream, potatoes and thyme for a moreish, crispy delight

Give these afternoon tea classics a fruity makeover with a creamy banana custard filling - perfect for a sophisticated spread

The simplest of indulgent breakfast recipes. Serve our eggy bread by itself, with an oozy fruit compote or as part of a traditional fried breakfast

Delicate lavender and honey cream is the perfect accompaniment to a slice or two of this sumptuous summer dessert. Assemble the tart just before serving to prevent soggy pastry

These classic afternoon tea nibbles are given a fruity twist and smothered in chocolate for an extra special spread

White crabmeat, mayo and chives make a delicious afternoon tea sandwich filling that's special enough for a celebration treat

Fill light choux pastry with a creamy vanilla custard and Greek yogurt filling then finish with fresh fruit for a lower-sugar afternoon tea treat

Replace sugar with xylitol and swap butter and oil for a puréed whole orange in this light and zesty cake, with ground almonds and polenta

Kids love these fruity pancakes and they're so quick to make with minimal washing-up and no scales required. A cooked breakfast is rarely this easy

Smother fluffy waffles with fried bananas, vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce for an indulgent dessert or brunch time treat

You only need mushrooms, eggs, kale and garlic to cook this tasty one-pan brunch. It's comforting yet healthy, fibre rich and gluten-free too