Cherry, almond & lemon mascarpone tart

Round off an idyllic afternoon with friends by presenting this stunning, make-ahead dessert

Pavlova cake with berries & cream

As well as looking
gorgeous, this wedding cake also doubles as
dessert

Simple simnel cake

This is a perfect quick-mix-fix for Easter – based on traditional recipes

The ultimate makeover: Lemon tart

Enjoy an incredible half-fat version of this classic dessert, which tastes every bit as good as the original

Iced coconut & lime slice with summer fruit

This no-cook dessert is served straight from the freezer, for a true taste of summer indulgence

Eccles cakes

These classic British pastries are filled with currants, citrus peel, lemon and spice. Try our foolproof method for a crispy, sugar-sprinkled finish

Peach & almond tart

Think of this as an Italian version of the British Bakewell tart, lovely for dessert or with a cuppa

The ultimate makeover: Blueberry trifle

Angela Nilsen discovers a lighter way to serve this ever-popular dessert

Chocolate & raspberry creams

This stunning yet simple dessert is the perfect way to end a dinner party

Slow-roasted rhubarb with ginger ice cream

The combination of rhubarb and ginger is sharp and cleansing – an ideal way to finish a dinner party

Lemon meringue pie

A shot of ice-cold limoncello is the perfect partner to Stephen Terry’s version of this classic dessert

Frozen banana & praline parfait

This freeze-ahead dinner party dessert has real wow-factor, so all that’s left for you to do on the night is present it in stunning style