THE QUEEN OF CHRISTMAS CAKES

No time to bake that cake? No problem. There are some gorgeous takes on the classic available, including a few indulgent treats for the non-fruitcake-lovers out there.

The Best Poinsettia Christmas Cake, £12, Morrisons

The Collection Belgian Chocolate & Hazelnut Mirror Glazed Cake, £20, Marks & Spencer

Soft Iced Baubles Christmas Cake,£30 or £40 in the tin, Bettys (bettys.co.uk)