Party food recipes

This fabulous cheesy pull-apart sharing bread is perfect for the party season. No one can resist melty camembert and golden dough balls

This is the best version of this classic guacamole dip. The ingredients are kept to a minimum, so it's as fresh-tasting as possible.

Try a clever Christmas-themed update on the ‘butter board’ trend (that’s butter spread on a board with various toppings, ready to slather on bread)

Make this frozen dessert up to two days ahead of serving so you can spend more time with your guests. It’s sure to impress at a Christmas gathering

Create a little make-your-own crostini station where guests are invited to spread baked ricotta onto warm toast and top with grapes and prosciutto

Give the classic prawn cocktail a makeover with a boozy twist – you then need to choose whether to shake or stir the martini dressing

Make cheese straws with the added flavours of sesame and poppy seeds, dried onion flakes and sea salt. They're perfect snacks to serve with cocktails

Make this savoury tear-and-share bread to serve alongside soup, or as part of a buffet. It's a stunning side dish for a special Christmas gathering

Take a little effort to make these mighty croquettes. They store well in the freezer and make a quick starter that takes just minutes to cook

Marinate chicken wings in cranberry and soy sauce, then cook in an air-fryer to make this tasty side. They're perfect for a buffet or movie night snack

Blend smoked mackerel with soft cheese, horseradish sauce and lemon juice to make this easy paté. Top with a sprinkling of cayenne and serve with toast

Thinly slice this tart to serve as an elegant Christmas starter alongside a fresh salad, or cut into generous pieces for a Boxing Day buffet

Bring the comforting flavours and textures of apple crumble to a Christmas trifle. Prep ahead so all you need to do is assemble it on the day

Bring the wow factor to your Christmas dinner with these spectacular profiteroles filled with chestnut purée. They're perfect to round off the big day

Serve this crowd-pleasing pavlova meringue log as a festive dessert. Filled with fresh cream and fresh berries, it will be a big hit at Christmas

Enjoy our chilli-glazed variation on a Christmas classic. As well as being a moreish side for the festive turkey, they also make a delicious canapé

Enjoy these skewers as canapés at your next party. Flavoured with festive clementines, they're ideal at Christmas served with your choice of dips

Rustle up this snack from France with just two ingredients – gram flour and olive oil. Serve them as you would chips (we like them dipped into mayo)

Throw a Halloween party to remember with this gory tear 'n' share bread. Make a tomato sauce base and use the pizza fillings of your choice