Marshmallow pavlova

With a cloud-like, marshmallowy centre, this pavlova is the stuff dreams are made of. Serve with lashings of whipped cream, and fresh berries.

Gingerbread biscuits

Spiced with ginger, cinnamon and clove these sweet biscuits can be cut into a variety of shapes and decorated with icing and cachous.

Dotted with tell-tale passionfruit seeds, this classic vanilla slice recipe is a true Aussie icon. Be prepared to lose your dignity at any attempt eat with a fork.

This cake is so simple and delicious you're sure to go bananas! Moist and fruity, banana cake is always a winner. Make a simple lemon icing if you want to zing it up a bit.

Nothing beats hot, freshly baked scones served with jam and whipped cream.

Lemon delicious

All the bright flavours of lemon in a moist and fluffy pudding. Serve with a dollop of cream or ice-cream for a delicious after-dinner treat.

Steamed plum pudding

Apple, strawberry and rosemary crumble

The beauty of the crumble is in its rustic look. There's no need to take too much care with the crumble topping, whichever way you toss it onto the delicious fruit, it will brown up and look so good when running with rivers of cream.

You know its Christmas when the fruit mince pies come out.

New York cheesecake

When it comes to cheesecake, we prefer to stick to the classics. This is the original, and still the best version of this gooey dessert.

A zesty lemon centre and an almond meal crust are the highlights of this classic tart that uses the freshest ingredients to create an explosion of flavours.

Nougat recipes often require candy thermometers and exact cooking temperatures; this cranberry and nut version is much simpler. It also has a pretty stained glass effect and makes a lovely gift.

Apple ginger shortcake

A classic biscuit that is loved by all, the humble chocolate chip cookie is best enjoyed with a glass of milk. They're great to bake with the little ones, too.

Quick-mix chocolate cupcakes

Lemon meringue pie

The buttery pastry dough in this recipe is the perfect vehicle for the bright contrasts between the smooth lemon curd and the fluffy meringue. This sunshine-coloured pie is sure to brighten up your gloomiest days.

Marbled lamingtons

Add a marbled chocolate twist to your classic lamingtons

Originating in Scotland, shortbread has become very popular in many parts of the globe and is now eaten all year. Enjoy the crumbly, golden biscuit with a mug of your favourite brew.

You can't go past a moist chocolate cake topped with chocolate fudge icing.

Best Anzac biscuits recipe

When you consider the history of the Anzac biscuit, there are actually many different recipes. This one is the best. It's a big call, but we're willing to make it.