Cherries, glorious cherries are one of the highlights of summer. Their short season makes them all the more special, but you can find sour cherries earlier in the year, which are ideal cooked. Our cherry recipes celebrate this juicy and decadent-tasting fruit, from sublime bakes and desserts to refreshing salads and other savoury dishes. For more fruity inspiration, browse our fruit recipes and dishes.
Warm fruit, cider and festive spices in a pan for the ultimate quick and easy mulled cider to serve at Christmas or whenever you fancy a warming winter tipple. Garnish with cinnamon stick stirrers for a special finishing touch.
Get into the festive spirit and learn how to make a traditional Christmas cake.
For an easy induglent treat, this pancake stack is hard to beat. Warm pancakes are piled high with ice cream, caramel mocha sauce and grated dark chocolate for the ultimate decadent dessert.
This rich and fruity Christmas pudding tastes just as rich and indulgent as the original, yet it’s completely dairy- and egg-free, so suitable for vegans
This 5-ingredient vegan dessert turns the flavours of a Black Forest gateau into an easy-to-make parfait. It's simple, impressive and the perfect pudding to enjoy over the festive season.
This is the ultimate show-stopper dessert for Christmas. Layers of pain au chocolat, chocolate custard and cherries create a decadent Black Forest spin on this timeless festive pud.
A fun twist on the nostalgic Black Forest cake, this almond cake is rich, nutty, and bursting with holiday cheer—guaranteed to steal the show at any Christmas table!
For your next indulgent treat, why not try these cherry jam filled Black Forest inspired doughnuts?
Who doesn't love Black Forest gateau? So here's a tart inspired by Black Forest flavours, made from a readymade pastry case (no one will ever guess!). The filling of chocolate custard, black cherries in kirsch and double cream is luscious and indulgent, just as festive desserts should be!
This giant chocolate rocky road is perfect if you’re not a fan of traditional Christmas pudding, or if you’ve got kids to please over the festive period.
These dark and dramatic mince pies are inspired by that vintage classic the Black Forest gateau: they make a thoughtful and very tasty gift.
Warm and comforting, this classic crumble recipe is super easy to make. Apples, cherries and blackberries are topped with an oat and seed crumble topping, then baked until golden. Serve with natural yogurt and dig in!
Whip up a quick and easy vegetarian lunch for your kids! Make a chilli out of tinned taco beans, smoked paprika and peppers
These oat, seed and fruit packed flapjacks really are the ultimate healthy snack. Prepare a batch, in just over half an hour, and have them ready to go for when the urge to snack strikes
These roasted cherries with whipped mascarpone are super-versatile. Perfect on pancakes for brunch or served with shortbread biscuits for dessert, the choice is yours! And remember you can freeze the roasted cherries for a taste of summer all year round.
Salty halloumi, ripe and juicy cherries and sweet hot honey make for a taste sensation in these uber-easy summer skewers. They can be cooked on the barbecue or on a griddle pan. See our tip for cooking on the barbecue, below.
Dark chocolate, creamy coconut and sweet cherries is a heavenly flavour match, re-created in these indulgent sharing sundaes. You can prep everything in advance, then assemble just before serving.
Breakfast that tastes like dessert? Yes please!
This fruity cocktail is finished off with a Rudolph garnish - complete with a glacé cherry for the red nose! Serve these up at your next Christmas party and wow your guests with your bartending skills.
Chocolate, cherries and cream – what’s not to like about this black forest gateau recipe! Put your baking skills to the test and rustle up this German dessert that’s guaranteed to impress friends and family
French toast meets British crumpet for this indulgent breakfast, brunch or summery dessert. Making the most of seasonal cherries, it's fruity, luscious and so decadent!
These 3-ingredient fruity pops make a great healthy snack or dessert all year round! Prep in just 10 minutes before popping in the freezer.
These cute cherry Bakewell cookies are a great edible gift idea for Valentine's Day. Studded with dark chocolate chunks and salted almonds, then finished with a cherry on top, you won't get a sweeter Valentine's date.
Love Piña coladas? Love tiramisu? Then our Piña colada tiramisu is the dessert for you. Pineapple chunks are layered with rum-infused sponge fingers and coconut cream for a low-effort pudding that’s sure to hit the spot.
Shake up this fruity twist on a Singapore Sling for a delicious mocktail using a 0.0% gin-style spirit. It can easily be doubled, making it perfect for a festive party.
Make that first mince pie moment memorable with this indulgent, yet totally worth it festive treat, flavoured with caramel, hazelnuts and black cherries in kirsch. The good news is this recipe uses premade mince pies and if you don't fancy making Italian meringue, buy the meringues, too! It's something special, however you make it.
Sweet and almondy, this cocktail is made with sparkling wine and refreshing apple juice. Garnish with maraschino cherries for a deliciously festive drink.
Delicious and brilliantly simple, smoked haddock is the perfect starting point for relaxed dining
If you are a fan of the Cherry Bakewell tart, then you will love these gorgeous Bakewell muffins. Dotted with cherries and featuring all the same classic flavours, these moreish muffins make a perfect afternoon snack or sweet treat in a picnic hamper
Give overnight oats a summer glow-up. With sweet and syrupy cherries and cocoa nut bites, this bright breakfast is bound to start your day off with a bang.
Our sweet but punchy gingerbread Manhattan pairs beautifully with a rich, fruity Christmas pudding. Don't forget the cherry on top!
This wintery pud is easy to whip up and loaded with festive flavours. Layer spiced whipped cream with cherry almond stollen and apple sauce. Don't forget the extra spoonful of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
This pineapple upside-down cake recipe is a retro baking classic. The light and fluffy sponge is topped with juicy pineapple slices and glacé cherries for a traditional weekend bake - serve warm with custard for dessert.