Five irresistible Easter treats

You've shown that you can exercise some restraint when it comes to giving up your favourite indulgences for lent (haven't you?), now it's time you rewarded yourself with some sweet treats

Easter biscuits Chocolate fondue Chocolate and vanilla squares Mini carrot cakes Chocolate bread and butter pudding

Easter biscuits

Makes around 20 biscuits

100g (4oz) butter
100g (4oz) caster sugar
1 egg, separated
225g (8oz) plain flour
1 tsp Schwartz Mixed Spice
55g (2oz) currants
25g (1oz) candied peel
3 tbs milk
450g (1lb) Royal icing sugar (optional)
selection of food colourings (optional)

Preparation and cooking time: 45 minutes.