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Whisky cream

The perfect addition to Christmas pudding - though we say why wait until Christmas. Try it with your favourite crumble or pie for something a bit special

Author: Jane Hornby

Chocolate brownie & boozy cherry brûlées

These fondant-like crème pudding pots are studded with chocolate and fruit and have a crispy sugary crust

Author: Maria Elia

Unicorn biscuits

Swirly vanilla cookies, edged with sprinkles and stars - these unicorn-inspired biscuits are ideal for kids' parties or as a fun home baking activity

Author: Miriam Nice

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

Christmas truffles

Pop these homemade Christmas truffles in a pretty box if you want to give them as a gift. Kids will love giving them to family and friends

Author: Lulu Grimes

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

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

Twix cookies

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

Author: Miriam Nice

Chocolate puddle cupcakes

Bake these chocolate cupcakes and top with smooth buttercream, chocolate eggs and bunnies for a sweet Easter treat

Author: Good Food team

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

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

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

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

Blueberry & macadamia flapjacks

Packed with blueberries and macadamia nuts, this is a twist on the classic flapjack recipe.

Author: Good Food team

White chocolate & cardamom tart with raspberry dust

Try this stunning white chocolate dessert to finish off your Sunday roast - sprinkle with freeze-dried raspberry dust to make it extra special

Author: Cassie Best

Chocolate orange tart

This clever no-bake tart from Elle Young uses raw cacao and coconut oil, sweetened naturally with dates, oranges and honey

Author: Good Food team

Pineapple & ginger pavlova

Pile whipped cream and charred pineapple on a meringue base to create a stunning dinner party dessert which you can make ahead

Author: Katy Greenwood

Easter chocolate truffle cake

More child-friendly than a simnel cake, this Easter extravagance is made with chocolate and truffles instead of marzipan

Author: Jo Pratt

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

Rippled chocolate bombe

A clever and impressive dessert

Author: Good Food team

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

Chocolate marshmallow wheels

A crisp chocolate shell encases these vanilla biscuits with a fluffy marshmallow and sweet raspberry jam filling - take your cookies to the next level!

Author: Cassie Best

Sweet shop chocolate slab

This adaptable chocolate bark is chock-full with Easter goodies. Top with any treats you fancy and break into shards to make a great homemade gift

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

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

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

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

Pecan mince pie

Take this beautiful mincemeat, nut-topped tart along to a festive buffet or serve with an indulgent brandy cream as an alternative to the traditional Christmas pud

Author: Barney Desmazery

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Halloween cupcakes recipe

Bake our Halloween cupcakes for your little monsters. With black velvet sponge and scary faces made using simple icing techniques, they're spookily good

Author: Lulu Grimes

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

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

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

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

Fig, raspberry & cardamom pie

An unusual fruit filling, complemented by Middle-Eastern flavours of rosewater and cardamom, makes for an impressive dinner party dessert

Author: Cassie Best

Rainbow fruit lollies

Pack in the fruit with these fun rainbow lollies, made with mango, banana, kiwi and berries. If you want a more vivid colour, add food colouring to the fruity mixes

Author: Cassie Best

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

Apricot & crème fraiche Eton mess

Jam jars are perfect for transporting this fruity dessert to your favourite picnic spot - crumble over meringues just before serving

Author: Cassie Best

Bread and butter pudding

Transform a stale loaf into a comforting bread and butter pudding. This traditional British dessert is layered with a rich vanilla custard, dried fruit and lemon zest

Author: Katy Gilhooly

Coconut, caramel & pecan dairy free ice cream

Catering for a dairy-free diet doesn't need to mean missing out on dessert. Enjoy this easy, creamy coconut, caramel and pecan ice cream as a treat

Author: Good Food team

Baked almond, banana & blueberry cheesecake

Sweetened with natural fruits and a little maple syrup, this cheesecake combines ricotta and yogurt for a lower-fat, yet rich and creamy texture

Author: Good Food team

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

Chinon apple tarts

These little French tarts are wonderfully buttery and crisp, glazed with a red wine jelly - the perfect end to a special supper for two

Author: Alex Hollywood

Strawberry shortbread ice cream sandwich

Sandwich spoonfuls of strawberry cheesecake ice cream between two Viennese whirls to make this easy yet indulgent dessert. A perfect summertime sweet treat

Author: Elena Silcock

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