If making raspberry jam, it's crucial to use sterilised jars to store it. To clean the jars, preheat the oven to 140C/120C Fan/Gas 1. Wash the jars well in warm soapy water then rinse thoroughly ...

There's something magical about the combination of vanilla and raspberries. The soft, fluffy texture of vanilla cupcak ...

for classic pud jelly making a big comeback in shops ... Each one is made with flavoursome ­raspberry jelly, and there are absolutely loads of generous hunks of real fruit throughout the tubs.

Homemade raspberry jam is so delicious and so easy - you just need equal parts of raspberries and sugar and a watchful eye. You could use other soft fruit too, such as strawberries, blackcurrants ...