Persimmons, also known as Sharon fruits, have a honeyed flavour that pairs well with sweet quince paste in our simple winter dessert, perfect for Christmas
Turn a traditional Bonfire Night treat of freshly baked parkin into James Martin's irresistible layered dinner party dessert that can be assembled early and chilled until serving
Need a quick chocolate fix? Try making this easy microwave mug cake with storecupboard ingredients. It's even more delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
This simple traybake is inspired by one of our favourite brews - chai. Spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom, this moist coconut sponge is the perfect accompaniment to a cuppa
Bake a simple vegan mug cake in the microwave - you can have it ready in under 10 minutes to satisfy a craving. Serve with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream
Make for kids and big kids, too! These banana lollies with chocolate, hundreds and thousands and strawberries are great for a party or after-school treat
Have some raspberries that are a little past their best? Use them to make this fabulous Peach Melba pie - a wonderful combination of raspberries and peaches
Make our vegan tiffin squares as a festive treat, packed with Christmas ingredients like ginger nuts, dried cranberries and pistachios. They're great for a party.
This festive bake can be served warm with thick brandy cream or custard as dessert or, once cool, slice into wedges and serve with a cup of tea or mulled wine
Serve up the wow factor at the end of a summer menu with this ice cream cake. It features layers of mango and raspberry sorbet, sponge, cream and chocolate
Entertaining and need a dessert you can make ahead? Try this stunning spiced apple cheesecake. Full of winter fruits and spices, it's also great at Christmas
Use up leftover Christmas pudding or cake with these decadent, boozy sundaes, drizzled with a chocolate orange sauce and finished with toasted chopped hazelnuts
Make a batch of our sweet jam doughnuts for the ultimate indulgent treat. These pillowy soft doughnuts are well worth the effort and are great for sharing
Roasting a pineapple whole gives you the best of both worlds - the outside is hot and sticky, but the middle is juicy and sweet, making the perfect summer treat
Get the kids involved in the Easter celebrations with these mini meringues. A light lemony flavour and cute chick decoration makes them the perfect Easter treat
Whip up this frozen yogurt to enjoy on hot summer days - it's low-calorie and packed with flavour. We used strawberries, but you could try it with other fruit
If your bananas are on the verge of being overripe, peel them, pop them in an airtight container and freeze them to make this delicious dessert, quick as a flash
Get the kids involved in the Easter celebrations with these mini meringues. A light lemony flavour and cute chick decoration makes them the perfect Easter treat
Make this strawberry ripple ice cream for a divine summer dessert. It's so simple and easily adaptable, just be sure to use a soft-set jam, as solid versions won't work
Look for raspberry tea bags with hibiscus to make these lollies as they bring a light floral flavour. A tasty low-fat, low-calorie, vegan treat for summer
Light and fluffy, these subtly spiced, fruit-topped meringues make a delicious end to an Asian-themed dinner party - swap star anise for cardamom, matcha powder or five-spice
If your bananas are on the verge of being overripe, peel them, pop them in an airtight container and freeze them to make this delicious dessert, quick as a flash
Light and fluffy, these subtly spiced, fruit-topped meringues make a delicious end to an Asian-themed dinner party - swap star anise for cardamom, matcha powder or five-spice