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Strawberry and yogurt flapjacks by Joe Wicks

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Strawberry and Yoghurt Flapjacks by Joe Wicks

"These flapjacks are a really simple and healthy treat. Perfect for a school lunchbox or picnic. They really hit the…
The winning Coronation Dish, a flaky pastry pie, a slice is cut out and the filling is chicken, leeks and mushrooms in a creamy sauce. Pastry stars decorate the top.

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Majestic chicken pie (The One Show winner)

A showstopping chicken pie by Adam Handling, that will delight all who try it. It can be eaten hot or…
Coronation Party Pies

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Coronation party pies

A cross between a Lancashire butter pie and a cheese and onion pie, this simple Coronation pie recipe is perfect…
Spinach, broad bean and tarragon quiche

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Coronation quiche

A deep quiche with a crisp, light pastry case and delicate flavours of spinach, broad beans and fresh tarragon. Eat…
Union Jack traybake with fruits making up the flag

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Iceland’s Coronation Cake

Our headline sponsors Iceland share their fabulous, budget-friendly recipe for the perfect street party cake using frozen ingredients!
Chocolate orange popcorn in muffin cases in tray, with one empty muffin case

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Chocolate Orange Popcorn Bites by Joe Wicks

Beware – these bites are so incredibly moreish, you’ll probably end up eating the whole batch in one sitting!
Jelly in a jar by Nadia Sawalha

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Jelly in a jar by Nadia Sawalha

Thank you to Nadia Sawalha for this jazzy Jelly in a Jar recipe that looks too good to eat!
Coronation Chicken by Heston Blumenthal

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Coronation Chicken by Heston Blumenthal

This is a reworking of Coronation Chicken that Heston created for the Diamond Jubilee in 2012. It was served at…
Crown Biscuits by Nadia Sawalha

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Crown Biscuits by Nadia Sawalha

A simple crown biscuit recipe, ideal for a royal celebration!
Alice Fevronia's Roasted Vegetable, Pesto and Feta Tarts

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Alice Fevronia’s roasted vegetable, pesto and feta tarts

These mini tarts are the perfect crowd-pleaser and can be made with shop-bought puff pastry.
Red, White and Blue Sherry Trifle by Nadia Sawalha

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Red, White and Blue Sherry Trifle by Nadia Sawalha

Thank you to Nadia Sawalha for this patriotic Union Jack trifle!
Mini sausage loaves by Nadia Sawalha

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Mini sausage loaves by Nadia Sawalha

Thank you to Nadia Sawalha for these scrumptious sausage rolls!