Quick Party food Recipes

Halloween Rice Krispie pumpkins

Rice krispie pumpkins are great Halloween treat to make with the kids. These no-bake treats are a perfect school holiday project!

Strawberry Woo Woo

Miso prawn toast

Raspberry jam buttercream

Kirstie Allsopp’s Smarties cupcakes

Garlic and cheese stuffed mushrooms

This garlic and cheese stuffed mushrooms recipe is a great choice for parties and they also make great staters. Easy to make and delicious!

Toffee apples

Toffee apples complete any Halloween or Bonfire Night party, and they're easy to make too. Follow this simple step-by-step video guide to make your own.

Quick beet hummus

This quick beet hummus is one of the easiest hummus recipes you can make

Coleslaw

Coleslaw is so easy to make with this classic recipe that's crisp and crunchy, made simply with mayo, lemon juice and mustard. The ultimate BBQ side dish.

Baked Camembert

Baked Camembert is perfect party food and ideal for sharing with friends. Served with crusty bread for dipping it's a real treat on a special occasion

Chocolate fondue

A chocolate fondue is a fun, easy dessert idea. Perfect for parties, romantic occasions or even just a family meal, fondues are always popular

Mulled wine

Mulled wine is a Christmas must! It's a warming, festive drink that'll get everyone at your drinks party in the Christmas spirit

Pulled jackfruit hoisin pancakes

Pulled jackfruit hoisin pancakes take a Chinese restaurant dish and give it a vegan twist. Even meat eaters will love this easy and flavour-packed recipe.

Hairy Bikers' baked Brie

This Hairy Bikers' baked Brie is an easy party starter or snack that everyone can share - just melt some mild and creamy Brie in the oven. Yum!

Twisty sausage rolls

These delicious pork chipolatas wrapped in puff pastry are perfect for parties, picnics and afternoon snacks - this recipes makes 24 so you'll have enough to keep everyone happy.

Seafood mousse

Our delicious seafood mousse recipe is easy to make and a great fish dish as a starter or party food which is full of creamy, fish flavours

Fennel, sugarsnap pea and spring onion coleslaw

Our fennel, sugarsnap pea and spring onion coleslaw is a delicious, crunchy coleslaw that gives that classic recipe a tasty twist. Home-made coleslaw is nicer than shop-bought

Pine nut and puy lentil filled mushrooms

These stuffed mushrooms are full of flavor. With pine nuts and puy lentils, this vegetarian dish is a great starter or snack

Sweet and salty spicy popcorn

Our recipe for homemade sweet and salty spicy popcorn has never been easier. Create your own tasty treat and enjoy with the family.

Hot and spicy chicken skewers

Hot and spicy chicken stewers are the perfect way to spice up your buffet table as they make a great change from chicken satay, and low calorie too!

Tropical fruit salad

Triple tested: An exotic fruit salad is so much more interesting than the usual variety. A treat for summer parties. Brought to you by Essentials magazine

Spicy Thai prawn cakes

If you’re having a party or looking for a simple starter recipe these spicy Thai prawn cakes would make a great choice. They’re spicy and flavorsome

Green hummus

Our vibrant green hummus is brighter than the usual beige variety and is packed with flavour. Up your snack game by making your own

Miso hummus

Miso hummus will go down a storm at any party, buffet or picnic - it's hummus with a bit of a twist! Plus, it's ready in 5 mins flat!

Pina Colada

This sweet, rum-based cocktail also contains coconut cream and pineapple juice. Blended or shaken with ice and decorated with pineapple and a maraschino cherry, it's a holiday and girls' night out favourite.