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A sweet sign-off to a main meal, dessert is one of life’s great pleasures. Choose from options like fruity trifles, bright cakes and bakes, self-saucing puddings and more! See more Baking recipes.
We’ve taken the much-loved lemon and sugar pancake flavour combo and mashed it up with a lemon drizzle cake in our fun new pancake stack idea.
Make the most of your cooking apples and bake them up into a delicious crumble. A classically comforting British bake, it features juicy Bramleys and an oaty topping
This simple meringue recipe has the addition of roasted hazelnuts, which gives a lovely rich and buttery flavour. Served with a cheat's chocolate sauce, it makes an indulgent yet light Christmas dessert. Everyone round the table will be impressed with your homemade meringues!
Inspired by the iconic Green Goddess salad, this creamy silken tofu pasta is a midweek winner. Topped with crispy chickpeas for added crunch, this comforting, high-protein pasta recipe belongs in your weekly dinner rotation.
Seema made this caramel-topped almond cake to accompany Martyn’s meatballs, creating the perfect sweet counterpoint to a hearty meal. Inspired by the Swedish tradition of fika, an afternoon treat meant to be savoured with coffee or tea. The cake combines a light, airy sponge with nutty browned butter and a rich, crunchy caramel nut topping. The result is a beautiful balance of textures and flavours from the zesty lemon sponge to the indulgent, toasty nuts.
Go all out with this honey-infused bake, inspired by the traditional German dessert. Featuring a light, sweet yeasted dough, the cake is topped with caramelised almonds and filled with a luscious honey custard-cream. This makes a wonderful celebration cake or a special teatime treat – everyone will want the recipe!
Crumble toppings are everywhere and what better way to get in on the trend than adding a crunchy layer to a cheesecake? We've given this dessert mash-up a nostalgic flavour twist inspired by rhubarb and custard sweets – it's a must-try! This fruity showstopper would be great for gatherings or special occasions.
They're a throwback to 70s dinner parties, but what's not to love about the pineapple upside-down cake? Our fabulous mini versions are spiked with rum for a grown-up twist that we're sure any dinner date will love! You can omit the rum, if you prefer and even freeze puds for future cosy nights in.
Liven up morning with this fruity 'nice cream' recipe. Blend strawberries and bananas with Greek yogurt then freeze to make an easy breakfast that tastes just like ice cream!
This vegan apple crumble recipe is dairy- and gluten-free, and packed with tart Bramley apples, warming cinnamon and juicy sultanas.
With a flapjack-inspired base, these peanut butter cups are loaded with fruits and veggies for extra taste, texture and nutrition. A great morning or afternoon snack and providing 1 of your 5-a-day, this recipe can be doubled to make a batch for the freezer.
Whether you're having a romantic night in for two or Galentine's with the girls, make this Valentine's rocky road for an easy no-bake treat. Load up white chocolate with salty popcorn, cherries, cranberries, marshmallows and crushed custard creams for a dreamy dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth!
Light yet indulgent, this pretty-in-pink French gateau is the perfect summer dessert or elegant Mother's Day treat: Strawberries and cream, sandwiched between two light sponge cakes and topped with a pink cream icing.
These cookies should come with a warning: they're incredibly moreish! The toffees make them extra chewy and the sesame seeds add a welcome savoury note. They freeze well and are cheap to make – what's not to love?!
Looking for a new apple crumble recipe? Here's an easy idea with a tropical twist. Tangy kiwi fruit provides the perfect balance to sweet spiced apple, and we've added oats, coconut and hazelnuts to the crumble topping for a lovely crunch. A winning winter pud!
Take your bread and butter pudding to the next level with a hot chocolate-infused custard poured over buttery brioche. Serve with spray cream for our fun twist on a classic!
Yes, you can create a delicious flapjack in the microwave and it doesn't need to contain butter or oil! This tasty, fruit-packed recipe is ideal for toddlers, suitable for the 12+ months weaning stage*, but kids of all ages will want a square! Ready in just 10 minutes, this is a great speedy snack to add to your weaning recipes.
Have you ever seen such a stunning trifle? This special seasonal twist on a British classic will certainly give some wow factor to your Christmas desserts table.
Got leftover mince pies from Christmas? Turn them into this indulgent cheesecake. The biscuit base is blended with crumbled mince pie pastry and a touch of brandy butter, then topped with velvety mincemeat cream. Finish with a scattering of nuts and serve as a festive dessert or at your New Year's Eve party.
Translated as 'half-frozen', Italian semifreddo has a distinctive frozen mousse-like texture, which makes a wonderfully indulgent Christmas dessert. This vegan-friendly version is made with just a handful of ingredients and is ideal for making ahead – just remove from the freezer 15 minutes before decorating and serving.
Inspired by the flavours of a classic Black Forest gateau, this decadent cherry and chocolate roulade features an on-trend miso caramel. Perfect for your Christmas desserts table, everyone will want a slice of this showstopper!
There chocolate honeycomb chunks are as crunchy as they are moreish. Making them is straightforward as long as you have a sugar thermometer.
We've given crumble a boozy twist for Christmas by stewing the fruit in a little mulled wine. The crumbly top is flavoured with mixed spice, orange zest and chopped hazelnuts to make it extra-special. Enjoy after your Sunday lunch, or as your Christmas Day dessert.
Food writer Angela Romeo brings her dessert expertise to this seasonal sweet treat, one of her go-to Christmas bakes. She says, ‘This Tuscan favourite, packed with nuts and fragrant with spices and sherry, is suitably indulgent for the festive season. Serve visitors a slice with a short coffee or glass of sherry.’
This is the perfect make-ahead dinner party dessert – rich and indulgent with simple yet effective finishing touches. The fresh fruit, aromatic rosemary and crunchy topping offset the richness of the mousse, and give a subtle restaurant touch. We think it will get guests' seal of approval!
This classic lemon meringue pie will never fail to impress your guests. With crisp pastry, tart lemon curd and towering fluffy meringue, this is the ultimate dinner party dessert.
This microwave fudge recipe is the ultimate edible gift. Packed with marshmallows, crunchy biscuits and cranberries, this sweet festive treat comes together in just 20 minutes. Cut it into squares and wrap up to gift to friends and family.
Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert's healthy twist on classic doughnuts are great for when you're craving something sweet. The dough is made with yogurt and almonds then baked in the oven until golden. Serve with a fruity raspberry and chia seeds for dipping!
This easy, no-bake pear cheesecake is sure to be a Christmas crowd-pleaser
Bursting with blueberries, this luscious layer of frozen yogurt makes a heavenly snack
Delicious, healthy and super easy to make, these wholemeal muffins come out wonderfully moist, thanks to the addition of courgettes.
A festive bake that everyone can enjoy, these vegan scones are gluten-free and dairy-free. We love them served with a dollop of fruity compote and creamy coconut yogurt on the side.
Swapping flour for black beans in these squidgy brownies makes them totally gluten-free, so everyone can tuck in!