Colin Fassnidge makes over a fast-food classic, using minced pork belly in a sausage roll and serving with a red capsicum jam.

The viral rainbow trend has seen the rise of multi-coloured bagels and even rainbow swirls through our coffee crema. Now delicious. Food Editor Warren Mendes has brought us the rainbow lamington, a truly happy Australian invention.

The secret to a good milkshake is to have all the ingredients ice-cold before you get started – even the glasses.

Kids and adults alike will love these coconut-coated watermelon wedges.

Essentially just milk bread studded with sultanas, topped with pink icing and finished with coconut, it’s the simplicity that gives the finger bun its appeal. This recipe is an extract from BakeClass by Anneka Manning (Murdoch Books, RRP $45), with photography by Alan Benson.

Spread the love today with these fantastic rainbow cookies.

Kids of all ages will love these classic cupcakes.

Dazzle guests with this eye-catching and absolutely divine meringue cake.

These sprinkle sandwiches are irresistible for small hands.

One slice of this salty-sweet tart won't be enough.

These doughnuts are baked, not fried, and any kid will be delighted to find one in their lunchbox!

This classic and super easy lemon slice is perfect for afternoon tea.

Make these creamy strawberry milkshakes for a nautical-themed picnic just for the kids.

Chill out with Hayden Quinn's fruity icy poles.

After the excesses of the festive season, guilt-free desserts and snacks are top of mind. It's time to cook Shannon Harley's healthy, refined-sugar-free, work-lunch appropriate raspberry, lemon and coconut slice.