Summer desserts

From refreshing lollies and fruity puds to barbecued treats and showstopping cakes, our selection of superb summer desserts are sure to impress.

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Burnt cheesecake

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Two British dessert classics combine in this ultimate summer-sharing pudding, packed full of fresh flavours

Eton mess summer trifle

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Make this light galette a staple of your summer bakes and impress all who try it

Peach melba galette

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This delicious, zesty cheesecake proves that desserts can be made healthier without compromise on flavour

Lemon and lime cheesecake

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The classic peanut butter and jelly combo is the star of the show in this cracker of a vegan dessert recipe by Sammi Ingamells, aka The Butch Baker, who owns and runs her bakery in Brighton. Peanut butter and jam cookies are her favourite bake and here she’s turned it into an ice cream sandwich to enjoy during the warmer months

Peanut butter and jelly ice cream sandwiches

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Turn this versatile fruit into a cool, refreshing treat for when the sun is shining

Avocado and Greek yogurt ice lollies

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Make yourself a weekend treat with this quick and easy dessert, using only Tesco Finest ingredients

Blueberry and lemon fools

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The perfect summer cocktail that's both cooling and refreshing; mango sorbet is blitzed with vodka and lime then topped with prosecco.

Mango sorbet fizz

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William Drabble’s tropical fruit rockets

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These fruity lollies are really easy to put together and are perfect for hot summer days

Serves 12
5mins to prepare and 3hrs to freeze
27 calories

Strawberry cheesecake tarts

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Need something sweet but don’t want to cook? These strawberry cheesecake tarts are the answer. With a crumbly ginger biscuit base, Greek yogurt and soft cheese filling with strawberries and jam on top, these fruity treats are pure indulgence.

Serves 4
20mins to prepare, 5mins to cook and 25mins to cool
563 calories

Raspberry sorbet

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Bright, fruity and refreshing, a simple raspberry sorbet makes the perfect summer dessert to have stashed in the freezer. This homemade version requires a little bit of time but it’s worth it to achieve a smooth sorbet packed with fresh berry flavour.

Serves 4
15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook, plus freezing
201 calories

William Drabble’s victoria sponge cupcakes

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William Drabble’s victoria sponge cupcakes is perfect for getting the kids involved with cake mix and calling on their creative side in decorating the cakes

Serves 12
15mins to prepare, 10-15mins to cook, 10mins to cool and 10mins to decorate.
245 calories

Strawberry tart

185

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A classic strawberry tart filled with luxe crème pâtissière makes a stunning pud

Serves 10
390 mins
312 calories

Apricot and raspberry clafoutis

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This gorgeous French dessert recipe, traditionally made with cherries, gets a seasonal twist with sweet apricots and raspberries. The fruit is cooked in a light batter which becomes puffed and golden in the oven – serve warm with ice cream

Serves 6
50 mins
274 calories

Matthew Tomkinson's yogurt and vanilla Eton mess

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Kids will love this tasty Eton mess. Raspberries and strawberries are classic Eton mess berries, but feel free to substitute for your family’s favourite fruits.

Serves 6
30mins to prepare, 2hrs to cook and 1hr to cool
190 calories

Eton mess cake

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Inspired by a classic Eton mess, this elegant layered sponge cake is filled with all our favourite ingredients, from macerated strawberries and raspberries to whipped cream and crunchy meringue.

Serves 14
45 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook, plus cooling
553 calories

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