‘Panforte’ pies

The traditional Italian dessert is turned into a pretty hand-held nutty pie with chocolate and figs, plus an orange liqueur cream topping

Trifle cheesecake

Two dessert classics are transformed into one unbeatable dish. The set custard layer and raspberry jelly topping make it a real showstopper

Utterly nutterly caramel layer cake

The toffee nut topping gives this sponge the edge- we used Brazil nuts, hazelnut, pecans and almonds

Dorset apple cake

Edd Kimber creates a rustic bake with chunks of sweet fruit and a crunchy demerara sugar topping

Cranberry, pumpkin seed & caramel flapjacks

Salted butter balances the sweetness of the caramel and dried fruit in this indulgent traybake made from rolled oats

Lemon cheesecake with baked plums & blackberries

This baked cheesecake with citrus cream cheese topping is decorated with late summer fruit

Frozen raspberry & white choc cheesecake

With its biscuit base and creamy topping, cheesecake is always a winner. This fruity frozen version is a perfect make-ahead dessert for entertaining

Turkish pizza with spiced pomegranate beef & feta

Homemade pizza always wins over takeaway- try this new topping idea of spiced mince, sweet Peppadew peppers, feta cheese and pine nuts

Hot coconut & raspberry puds

A classic flavour combo is brought bang up to date with these teacup sponges with a jam base and fresh fruit topping

Roasted tomato tart with double-cheese crust

A quick and simple tin-free tart with vibrant tomato topping and homemade cheddar and Parmesan pastry

Rice pudding & spiced plum bake

This seasonal twist on rice pudding would make a lovely alternative to a fruit crumble

Ginger simnel cake with spring flowers

As well as the topping, the cake has a hidden layer of
homemade marzipan mixed
with ginger…