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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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Originating from the Basque region of Spain, burnt cheesecake has a rich, decadent and creamy texture with a wonderful biscuity and caramel flavour.
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, perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day
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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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
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
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
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
Strawberry tart
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A classic strawberry tart filled with luxe crème pâtissière makes a stunning pud
  • Serves 10
  • 390 mins
  • 312 calories
Easy BBQ s'mores
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Finish off your barbecue, bonfire or campfire feast with these deliciously gooey melted s'mores
  • Serves 4
  • 9 mins
  • 162 calories
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