Naturally sweet and moist, these make a great addition to a packed lunch. They are also a good way of getting the family to try some more unusual grains and seeds, and add new healthy ingredients to the diet.

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

Have a go at making these old favourites yourself! They are sliced from a long piece of dough, which you can make ahead and store in the fridge or freezer. Bake the biscuits all at once or in batches, keeping the remainder of the dough chilled. It will keep for 2 months in the freezer.

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

These soft cookies are easy to make and incredibly moreish. They are flavoured with banana, peanut butter and chocolate chips. For the best flavour, use the ripest bananas you have lying around.

Recipe by: GODGIFU

These spicy Italian biscuits are the perfect accompaniment for hot chocolate, tea or coffee during Christmastime! Serve with lemon curd for a special treat.

Recipe by: CRISTINA GOMEZ

These are great for Christmas gifts. For a richer almond flavour, use almond extract or almond liqueur instead of the vanilla.

Recipe by: KATHIANNE