Equipment and preparation: you will need 6 x size 1 (150ml/¼ pint) ramekins. Pre-heat oven 150C/300F/Gas 2. Warm the ramekins in the oven, so they are warm when the caramel is poured in.

Of course, after dinner, dessert is a must—and what’s more interesting than a sweet treat served in festive ramekins? Could it be egg nog spiced creme brûlée or a beautifully layered ...