Apricot & ricotta torte

Although this looks like a cheesecake, it tastes much, much lighter

Rhubarb crumble muffins

The flavours of a rhubarb crumble in the form of a lovely moist muffin.

Blueberry soured cream cake with cheesecake frosting

The blueberries in this recipe will burst in your mouth as you bite into your slice. The cake is delicious with a cup of tea, or served as an impressive dessert

Apricot & blueberry crumble cake

This crumble cake is great for a picnic, pudding, or for afternoon tea with friends

Fruit & nut Christmas pudding loaf

The loaf shape makes this pud easy to slice and serve, and it takes less time to cook than a steamed one

Spiced meringues with coffee-soaked prunes

The mixed spice in the meringues and plump, juicy prunes give a Christmassy flavour to this budget dinner party dessert

American pecan pies

Our favourite American dessert, perfected with a little kick of bourbon cream on the side

Warm duck salad with walnut & orange dressing

The perfect dinner party main for those with a small kitchen and a great meal-in-one

Tia Maria cheesecake

Perfect for a special occasion, this American style dessert really has the wow-factor

Smoked salmon & bean dip with crispy pittas

The pittas become crunchy in the oven making them unbelievably moreish