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Brown butter & sea salt madeleines

The brown butter gives a rich, nutty flavour to these delicate French madeleines, and a pinch of sea salt cuts through the sweetness of the sponge

Author: Barney Desmazery

Simple sugar roses

These pretty roses can be used on cakes and cupcakes to give a romantic and sophisticated finish

Author: Jane Hornby

Club Tropicana ice cream cake

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

Author: Lulu Grimes

Wedding cake light fruit cake

This makes the top tier of a three tier wedding cake, or make it alone for christenings, Christmas, or whenever you need a good, lighter, fruit cake

Author: Jane Hornby

Tipsy rhubarb & blood orange jelly

Give this childhood favourite a boozy grown-up makeover with Campari, poached rhubarb and a rich vanilla custard

Author: Richard Corrigan

Cherry ripple, chocolate & rose ice cream

Serve this cherry, chocolate and rose ice cream in cones for the kids, or in slices for a dinner party dessert. You don't need an ice cream maker to make it

Author: Cassie Best

Strawberry shortbread frozen yogurt

You don't need an ice cream machine to make this easy frozen dessert, topped with freeze-dried strawberries and crushed biscuits

Author: Cassie Best

Plum & marzipan pie

Top this deep pink pie filling with a lattice crust made of buttery sweet shortcrust pastry for a showstopping end to a special meal

Author: Cassie Best

Lighter summer pavlova

We've reinvented this fruit-topped meringue dessert to reduce the calories, sugar and fat while keeping it as irresistible as the original

Author: Angela Nilsen

Toffee apple pops

Try this bite-sized take on a classic sweet treat - the toffee apple. Top with melted chocolate, chopped nuts, or hundreds and thousands

Author: Good Food team

Rippled chocolate bombe

A clever and impressive dessert

Author: Good Food team

Raspberry & ginger fridge cake

Icebox cake, or fridge cake, is one of the easiest desserts you can make and this raspberry, whipped cream and ginger recipe is deliciously decadent

Author: Lulu Grimes

Coconut iced doughnuts

The trick to light, fluffy ring doughnuts is to develop the gluten by kneading well and leaving to rise for as long as you dare

Author: Good Food team

Chocolate bark & chocolate coated strawberries

White chocolate bark and dipped strawberries are simple to make but the homemade touch will impress guests at a summer party. Use them to decorate cakes too

Author: Cassie Best

Chocolate & Earl Grey torte

Never before has it been so easy to impress - this soft-centered torte can be made ahead and frozen or baked from scratch in just an hour

Author: Sarah Cook

Salted caramel popcorn pots

Sweet and salty, this decadent dessert is served in individual pots, with a caramel puddle at the base and a creamy panna cotta topping

Author: Cassie Best

Sweet sushi

Make cool sushi sweeties for a kid's party and even get little ones involved in making them. Make your own Rice Krispie squares for the base, or buy them

Author: Juliet Sear

The best apple crumble

You can't beat a traditional apple filling topped with crispy, buttery crumble - classic comfort food at its best

Author: Orlando Murrin

Choc hazelnut ice cream sandwich

Squish chocolate and salted caramel ice cream between two chocolate cookies to make this irresistible frozen dessert. Devour immediately or pop in the freezer

Author: Elena Silcock

Vegan millionaire's bars

These vegan, gluten-free chocolatey treats with dates, cashews and maple syrup are just as sticky and moreish as the original Millionaire's shortbreads

Author: Cassie Best

Bubble waffles

These waffles are made in a special honeycomb mould and are a popular treat in Hong Kong. The result is crispy edges and soft, chewy 'bubbles'

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Orange & almond cake with citrus mascarpone

An unbelievably moist and yummy dessert

Author: Good Food team

Ring doughnuts

Master the ultimate ring doughnuts. When it comes to the execution, the devil is in the details: grab a ruler, set your timer and have a thermometer handy.

Author: Barney Desmazery

Lemon drop chilli loaf cake

Combine lemons and lemon drop chillies to create a cake with a real citrussy kick. This easy bake makes a stunning centrepiece dessert

Author: Good Food team

Mulled wine brownies

Bake a festive take on classic brownies. Using red wine and spices like cinnamon and ginger lifts the flavour and fills the home with the aromas of Christmas

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Angel cake with meringue icing & strawberry ganache

Make this showstopper to wow at any celebration. The mix of meringue icing with strawberry and white chocolate ganache makes it a perfect summer dessert

Author: Good Food team

Rhubarb ripple semi freddo

Make the most of seasonal rhubarb in this attractive make-ahead dinner party dessert with ginger cordial, double cream and meringue

Author: Miriam Nice

Pimm's jelly jars

Fun and fruity individual desserts with a layer of set cream - use portable jam jars to pack up for a picnic

Author: Cassie Best

Cranberry & orange Chelsea bun tree

These are filled with tangy orange and cranberry, spices and a spiral of grated marzipan. Serve with a cup of coffee as part of a holiday brunch

Author: Cassie Best

Chocolate torta della nonna

Give this Tuscan tart a delicious twist by adding dark chocolate to the traditional custard filling and delicate sweet pastry

Author: Theo Randall

Pink grapefruit, raspberry & mint jellies

This refreshing dessert that's low in sugar is based on a mint tisane, set to a soft jelly with chunks of fresh fruit.

Author: Sara Buenfeld

Banana custard with dates & honeycomb

Use the ripest bananas possible for the custard in this decadent dessert, which is topped with mejool dates, honeycomb, pistachios and dried banana chips

Author: Tom Kerridge

Caramelised figgy bread & butter pudding

Liven up bread and butter pudding by adding sticky figs and pecans, drizzled with caramel sauce. It's a delicious way to use up stale bread

Author: Sarah Cook

Easter blondies

Our white chocolate and malted milk Easter blondies are the dessert dreams are made of. One seriously good looking blondie to slice and share this Easter

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Lime & coconut ice lollies

Fresh lime juice cuts through creamy coconut milk in these grown-up iced treats - top with toasted desiccated coconut for a finishing touch

Author: Edd Kimber

Chocolate orange spider jellies

These jellies are bound to be a hit at kids' parties - the webs add a spooky touch and taste great with the jelly

Author: Good Food team

Chocolate & sesame loaf cake

Tahini gives this cake a subtle nutty flavour that partners perfectly with rich chocolate. This recipe makes 2 cakes, so why not freeze one as a treat for another day!

Author: Miriam Nice

Melt in the middle mug cake

This chocolate cake is made entirely in a mug. It requires no weighing, takes 45 seconds to cook and has a melty chocolate centre, perfect for a quick treat

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Chai coconut & mango creams

Vegan, dairy, gluten and nut-free - and delicious - this fruity, delicately spiced dessert will go down a storm at any dinner party

Author: Cassie Best

Mango, chilli & tequila ice lollies

Hot meets cold in these grown-up, alcoholic icy sweet treats with juicy fresh mango, spicy chilli and fiery tequila

Author: Edd Kimber

Blueberry sundae with candied bacon

This indulgent ice cream dessert is inspired by the sweet and salty flavours of blueberry pancakes, crispy bacon and maple syrup

Author: Cassie Best

Coconut & mango sponge

This thrifty traybake sponge used canned fruit and coconut yogurt. Cut into squares and serve up at a party or cake sale

Author: Cassie Best

Strawberry ice lollies

Make the most of strawberry season with these homemade lollies. Made with yogurt and plenty of berries, they're quick and easy to prepare before freezing

Author: Barney Desmazery

Summer apricot Victoria sponge

Try a new twist on a classic Victoria sponge with an apricot and lemon thyme compote layer. Sandwiched with vanilla whipped cream, it's decadently delicious

Author: Esther Clark

Cheat's banana & peanut brittle ice cream

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

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Boozy chocolate fondue

Make an easy, decadent dessert of chocolate fondue spiked with alcohol. Ideal for Valentine's Day. Buy strawberries, marshmallows and shortbread for dipping

Author: Emma Freud

Halloween slash cake

What says 'Halloween party' more than this cake? Fondant icing, strawberry jam and red food colouring are the secrets behind the 'blood' topping and filling

Author: Lulu Grimes

Twix cookies

Chocolatey, fudgey cookies that are amazing warm from the oven or made into ice cream sandwiches. The ultimate indulgence

Author: Miriam Nice

Christmas cake soufflés

Turn leftover fruitcake or Christmas pudding into these individual hot desserts, served with warm caramel sauce to pour into each pot

Author: Good Food team

Vanilla egg free marshmallows

These bouncy vanilla marshmallow treats make a great homemade gift and they contain just five ingredients. Perfect for a sweet afternoon pick-me-up

Author: Barney Desmazery