Passion fruit teacup puddings

Cook these steamed sponge puddings in small, sturdy ramekins and serve in little china cups when entertaining

Pulled lamb shoulder with sticky pomegranate glaze

Cooking the meat really slowly in fruit juice makes it meltingly tender, and the juices double up as a sweet glaze

Vegan smoothie

A dairy-free vegan smoothie with fruit juice, tofu and oats to power you up at breakfast or provide sustenance for exercise

Strawberry & Pimm’s jelly

A match made in heaven – sweet, ripe strawberries set in a jelly with the traditional fruit cup liquor – served with cream, of course

Rhubarb curd

The sharpness of this pink fruit works wonderfully in a buttery curd – serve on warm scones, crumpets or in pastry tart cases

Sugar-crusted bara brith

Bara brith (literally ‘speckled bread’) is a tea-time classic, and it seems that almost every Welsh town and every family has their own recipe

Mini blackberry Bakewells

Use up seasonal fruit in mini almond tarts with frangipane filling and crisp shortcrust cases – best served with thick clotted cream

Tropical fruits in lemongrass syrup

Lemongrass adds an intriguing citrus taste and fragrance to the syrup for this exotic fruit salad

Passion fruit & coconut panna cotta

These elegant make-ahead desserts are ideal for a stress-free finale to a smart dinner

Caramelised passion fruit & lime tart

This zingy tart has a wonderful flavour and is a great way to cook with passion friut

Creamy rhubarb tarts

Puff pastry makes these rhubarb tarts mouthwateringly delicate. Use your favourite fruit of the season

Festive fruit & spice decoration

Decorating a simple iced cake with herbs, spices, nuts and fruit works to great effect and is especially easy for beginners to try