Fruit recipes and dishes

Whether you like a Granny Smith, seasonal berries or something tropical, we bet you have a favourite fruit. So how about finding some new favourite fruit recipes too? We have all the classic fruit puds you know and love, savoury fruit dishes, energising breakfasts and super snacks – all celebrating fabulous fruit. And if you need more dessert recipes, we've plenty of sweet inspiration.

Banana recipes

The perfect breakfast fuel, the energising snack, the essential ingredient in many dreamy desserts, bananas give a super-sweet and creamy flavour to so many dishes – and they're affordable too. We have a bunch of brilliant banana recipes to give you some new inspiration.

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Apple recipes

Did you know there are more than 7,500 apple varieties, all with unique flavours? Incredible! We have hundreds of dishes starring this fantastically versatile fruit, from traditional puds and cakes to fruity salads and slaws.

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Blackberry recipes

Plump, shiny and majestic, blackberries are the jewels of autumn, although you may spot them in hedgerows as early as July. Our blackberry recipes range from timeless classics, such as blackberry jam, to exciting new fruit recipes – our top pick is the Blackberry and blonde chocolate traybake – yum!

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Pear recipes

With their distinctive teardrop shape, juicy flesh and mild nutty (or tangy) flavour, pears work their magic in so many cakes, puddings and savoury dishes. Our pick of the best pear recipes include hearty porridge creations, flavour-packed salads, meaty mains and exciting cocktails.

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Strawberry recipes

A bowl of fresh strawberries is one of summer's highlights, but if you fancy getting creative with this beautiful berry, we've got plenty of juicy fruit dishes to try. Our strawberry recipes will see you through the whole day: enjoy a fruity compote for breakfast, a refreshing sundowner or a decadent dessert.

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Lemon recipes

Zesty, energising, sweet and sour… it's no wonder lemons find their way into so many recipes. From a classic lemon cake, to savoury dishes where a twist of citrus elevates them to something special, our lemon recipes are deliciously interesting and definitely loaded with flavour.

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Mango recipes

Juicy, orange-coloured flesh and a unique, tropical flavour that can range from tangy to floral. Yes, we're talking about marvellous mango. If you can resist the urge to eat slices while you're preparing it (mess and all), have a go at some of our mouthwatering mango recipes, from marinades and sides to cocktails and desserts.

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Orange recipes

Oranges are one of the most popular fruits, and it's easy to see why: juicy and refreshing, zingy and uplifting, they're a go-to for juices and smoothies, teas and cocktails. They also add a tangy sweetness to puds, cakes and savoury dishes – just take a look at our orange recipes for inspiration.

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Cranberry recipes

Ruby-red cranberries, with their subtly sweet and tart flavour, are a much-loved festive ingredient, but these vibrant berries work well in many winter dishes, both sweet and savoury. Their natural sweetness develops when cooked, as our delicious and creative cranberry recipes prove.

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Nectarine recipes

This super-juicy stone fruit, with its pretty deep pink skin and honey flavour, screams summer. So bring in the sunshine with our mouthwatering nectarine recipes. We have simple yet special griddled peaches, bakes, smoothie bowls and savoury fruit dishes to tickle your fancy!

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