Winter desserts are the best way to beat a chilly evening. When the weather cools down, nothing compares to settling in with something gooey, hot and sweet to warm you up. We’ve included all of our favourite winter desserts below.
For puddings, there are plenty of self-saucing options, as well as a few versions of the classic sticky date. There are also some steamed puddings to choose from, like our jam pudding and golden syrup pudding.
Speaking of golden syrup, we had to include the nostalgic golden syrup dumplings recipe. Same with the crumble recipes we’ve included below, with fillings from apple to rhubarb.
There are also wintery cakes, pies and baked custards. Plus some fruit-filled crostatas and tarts.
So scroll through, choose a winter dessert recipe, and enjoy these comforting treats to cosy up with on chilly nights.
Wonderful winter desserts
Sticky date pudding with miso caramel sauce
A classic with a twist from our Test Kitchen Collection.
Julie Goodwin’s bread & butter pudding
An old-school dessert that turns stale bread into brilliance.
Classic apple crumble
It’s a crowd-pleaser!
Classic golden syrup dumplings
A classic and comforting dessert.
Sponge pudding with quince
The ultimate winter dessert.
Classic chocolate self-saucing pudding
Dig your spoon into this classic comforting dessert.
Air fryer lemon cheesecake
Let your air fryer do the heavy lifting for dessert too!
Lemon delicious pudding
The bright flavour of lemon in a moist and fluffy pudding.
Air fryer apple crumble with strawberries
Take this family fave to a new level with this twist on the classic.
Bread and butter pudding
Comfort food at its best.
Anzac biscuit apple crumble
Making Anzac biscuits? Here’s why you might like to save half the mixture.
Easy chocolate self saucing pudding
Warm up with a big bowl of saucy goodness.
Rhubarb Louise slice
The Test Kitchen Collection recipe beautifully blends rhubarb and meringue.
Baked rice pudding
You’ll want to give this one a go.
Apple and cinnamon crumble cake with cinnamon anglaise
A delightful afternoon tea treat to enjoy with your cuppa.
Fig and raspberry clafoutis
The classic French treat.
Sticky date cake
Add a delicious crunch to the classic sticky date pudding with roasted nuts.
Caramelised apple clafoutis
Fall in love with this simple dessert.
Rustic apple pie
As easy as apple pie!
Baked custard
This creamy dessert classic never fails to impress.
Galaktoboureko (Greek custard pie)
You’ll just love this baked custard dessert.
Banoffee pie
A serious crowd-pleaser
Apple charlotte
For a heavenly dessert, serve these traditional English puddings warm with cinnamon custard.
Peanut butter and jelly french toast
We’ve given the PB & J a decadent makeover!
Gooey hot chocolate puddings
These adorable individual chocolate puddings are served hot to warm you from the inside.
Rhubarb crumble
When grating orange rind, make sure you don’t include any white pith as it tastes bitter. Note
Rhubarb cake with crumble topping
Rich, tart rhubarb with rolled oats and cinnamon makes this classic cake a comforting winter treat.
Caramelised apple and rhubarb pie
Is there anything better than a warm pie on a cold rainy day? Or on any type of day for that matter.
Sticky date pudding with boozy toffee sauce
Something different to serve for dessert this Christmas.
Rhubarb and raspberry crostata
As delicious as it is pretty.
Molten chocolate lava cakes
Oozing with chocolate goodness.
Mandarin and chai souffles
Fragrant spices and tangy citrus of mandarins make this lighter-than-air souffle recipe an absolute feast for the senses.
Fig and raspberry baked porridge
To save time in the morning making this delicious and warming porridge, weigh and combine all your dry ingredients the night before. Instead of raspberries and figs you can also use the same weight of other fruits such as apricots, apples, pears, blueberries, blackberries and plums.
Lemon and blueberry meringue pots
What do you get when you cross a blueberry crumble and a meringue pie?
Apple pie doughnuts
This five-ingredient dessert is so simple and versatile: you can use pear, figs, pineapple rings or stone fruit instead of the apple.
Air fryer chocolate mug cake
A quick dessert with a hidden surprise.
Jaffa self-saucing pudding
Together, chocolate and orange make this dessert jaffa-amazing!
Caramel pecan and date pudding
This delicious pudding mixes a sweet, oozing caramel sauce with crunchy pecans and chewy dates.
Apple and raspberry crumble
A timeless dessert classic that is loved by all – there is something so divine about warm, stewed fruits with a sweet, biscuit crumble.
Golden syrup steamed pudding
Sweet, dense and oozing with sticky golden syrup.
Steamed jam pudding
When you tie the baking paper and foil with string, leave a long piece of string to allow for easy removal from the cooker. Note
Easy cherry almond puddings
Filled with cherries and almonds, this pudding is perfect for an easy sweet treat.
Coconut cherry strudel
Add some sweet and sour bliss to an Austrian favourite. Layered with nutritious morello cherries, cinnamon, coconut and delicate filo pastry, this is sure to please your tastebuds.
Pear and date crumble with honey oat topping
This mouthwatering pear and date crumble stirs in sweet honey and a generous hint of spices for a warming winter dessert.
Caramel pear self-saucing puddings
These sweet pear puddings draped with caramel sauce make an uplifting dessert for the whole family – especially on a cool autumn or winter night.
Apple and brown sugar crumbles
Share these small bowls of pure yumminess with your family members – packed full of warm stewed apple and a sweet, crumbly topping.
Cinnamon plum crumble cake
Layers of pastry, fruit and crumble topping!
Creamed rice with poached cherries and blueberries
Traditional rice pudding has nothing on this recipe. The subtly spiced creamed rice is teamed with warm poached berries for an indulgent dessert.
Almond cherry pithivier
Perfect for a winter’s dessert or decadent weekend treat, this almond cherry pithivier is bursting with flavour.
Rice custard with caramelised pears
Add a twist to the standard rice pudding with the addition of sultanas and a side of rich caramelised pears.
Beetroot chocolate pudding
This healthy pudding uses beetroot to keep it moist and sweet.
More winter delights
For more cosy winter sweet treats, see this collection of self-saucing puddings, as well as these apple crumble recipes.
