
Lime curd meringue tarts
This recipe is also nut-free and gluten-free. Handy hints Instead of the lime, make the curd using lemon, or even orange juice. Make double the curd mixture and use it to fill mini pastry tartlet shells, or use as a topping for scones or pikelets. Note


Brandy snaps
Beautifully retro and irresistibly delicious, the folk at Woman’s Day would like to re-introduce you to the brandy snap. Eat immediately to preserve the crispness, you say? If we must.

Irish coffee
Sweet and spiked with liqueur, you can offer Irish coffee in place of traditional dessert.

Green tea ice-cream
Green tea powder is available from Asian food stores. If you don’t have an ice-cream maker, pour custard into shallow container and cover with foil, freeze until almost firm. Place ice-cream in large bowl, chop coarsely then beat with electric mixer until smooth. Pour into deep container, cover, freeze until firm. Repeat process twice more. […]

Macchitino
Gin comes in differing styles, with juniper berry the principle flavour. Choose one with added botanicals (components derived from plants), which will give the cocktail a more rounded, complex taste. Note

Baileys cheesecakes
You can top with sliced strawberries or any other fruit of your choice. Makes 8 Note

White chocolate, lime and ginger mousse tarts
These sweet little bites are a hint of zesty and a touch of creamy; a crowd pleaser and a joy to make.

Lime and mint punch
Combine zesty lime with rum and the distinct aroma of mint to create this knockout, refreshing punch.

Piña colada cupcakes
Do you like Piña colada? Get creative in the kitchen this weekend and surprise guests with these creamy and fruity piña colada cupcakes- simply divine!

How to make a classic mojito
You’ll come back to this one over and over again.

Pot o’gold at the end of the rainbow cupcakes
Make one packet of cake mix at a time. Bake two trays of cakes together and, while they’re baking, put the cake mixture into the next two trays. For the best effect, match the paper cases to the colours of the frosting and jelly crystals. Note

Chocolate stout steamed pudding
Chocolate stout is available from bottle shops or online. You can swap it for a dark stout if you like. Make sure all fruit is chopped to the same size as the sultanas. Note