Yule Log

The yule log - a worthy addition to the British Christmas feast, or a sickly continental import for people incapable of appreciating a good fruit cake?It is a truth universally accepted that Christmas isn't what ...

A trifle made with leftover Christmas pudding - what dessert could possibly be more festive?Christmas isn't Christmas without a ­trifle, but with all that plum ­pudding and yule log to get through, this ­magnificent dish ...

Long before there were Christmas lights, cards, trees or even Santa Claus, and before there were Christmas cookies, richly frosted Yule logs or candy canes there was gingerbread.

We bring you some of the most fuss-free cakes from around the world that can be prepared in a blink.