There’s generally two types of dessert lovers – those who love rich, creamy chocolate and caramel recipes, and those who prefer more citrusy flavours like lemon, lime and orange cakes. This collection of dessert recipes definitely appeal to the latter, honouring the delightful fusion of sweet and tart. Lemons bring a much-welcome zing that cuts through the richness of some desserts. Below, all the classics as well as a few inventive dishes like our gluten-free lemontons, citrus marshmallows and lemon-sugar dusted doughnuts.
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Best ever lemon tart
In this lemon tart recipe the curd filling is not baked, but rather set in the fridge. The end-result is a crisp, buttery tart shell filled with golden curd. Make this recipe a day ahead.
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Lemon drizzle cake
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Earl grey bomboloni with lemon curd
Earl grey bomboloni with lemon curd
Enjoy these delightful doughnuts with a hint of bergamot and bursting with lemon curd.
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Lemon shortbread
Light, zesty and crumbly, these beautiful shortbread biscuits are beautiful enjoyed with a cup of tea or given as gifts to loved ones.
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Passionfruit and lemon syrup
Smothered in fresh passionfruit and dripping with syrup, this passionfruit and lemon drizzle cake is rich, sweet and tart. Serve warm with cream
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Baked lemon and coconut tart gluten free
Baked lemon and coconut tart gluten free
Made with rice cookies and coconut as a base so it’s deliciously gluten free with a lovely lemon filling this gorgeous lemon tart is sure to impress.
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Lemon sand cake
This is a beautiful classic lemon tea cake with a slightly sandy texture from the rice flour, hence its name. Made in bundt tin, no decorating needed
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Lemon butter almond slice
A little bit sweet, a little bit tart and a whole lot of goodness. With a layer of lovely lemon butter between an almond pastry base and topping.
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Vanilla madeleine recipe with lemon glaze
Vanilla madeleine recipe with lemon glaze
Delicate French butter cakes that are often confused as a biscuit. Flavoured with vanilla & lemon glaze icing they make for the perfect afternoon tea.
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Lemon and blueberry cheesecake
Lemon and blueberry cheesecake
Bringing together sweet blueberries and sour lemons, this simple cheesecake from Anneka Manning’s cookbook ‘BakeClass’ is light but luscious. It’s the perfect end to a lazy summer meal.
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Air fryer bread and butter pudding
Air fryer bread and butter pudding
A creamy custard mix poured over stale bread, this easy air fryer dessert has been created with tangy flavours of lemon curd and raspberry.
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Vegan overnight jasmine tea lemon curd scrolls
Vegan overnight jasmine tea lemon curd scrolls
Lemon curd is traditionally made with eggs, our version uses coconut cream and cornflour in these tasty vegan scrolls for a tasty morning tea treat.
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Lemon cheesecake squares
A creamy cheesecake topping with a zesty lemon touch and a simple biscuit base made from butternu snaps for an extra sweet touch. Pop the kettle on!
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Lemon slice
This classic lemon treat balances sweet and tart, creating a wonderfully creamy and flavoursome slice. Enjoy with a mug of hot tea or coffee.
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Lemon daisies
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Blueberry and lemon delicious pudding
Blueberry and lemon delicious pudding
Delicious bursts of blueberry create a delight to the senses.
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Lemon custard and strawberry jam brûlée tart
Lemon custard and strawberry jam brûlée tart
Crack through the brulee top to a delicate lemon custard underneath.
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Blackberry lemon cake with blackberry fool
Blackberry lemon cake with blackberry fool
Slightly tart, slightly sweet – completely delicious.
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Tangy lemon squares slice
Incredibly simple to make as well as tasting sweet and zesty, this tangy lemon squares slice is a welcome treat when you hit that mid-afternoon slump
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Vegan overnight jasmine tea lemon curd scrolls
Vegan overnight jasmine tea lemon curd scrolls
Lemon curd is traditionally made with eggs, our version uses coconut cream and cornflour in these tasty vegan scrolls for a tasty morning tea treat.
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Air fryer bread and butter pudding
Air fryer bread and butter pudding
A creamy custard mix poured over stale bread, this easy air fryer dessert has been created with tangy flavours of lemon curd and raspberry.
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Classic lemon cheesecake
With an easy biscuit base and a smooth and creamy citrus filling, this beautiful no-bake cheesecake recipe is one you’ll want to make again and again.
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Passionfruit and lemon butter
With a few simple ingredients; lemon, passion fruit, butter, sugar and a pinch of salt you can create this homemade curd and spread it on everything
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Lemon and blueberry cheesecake
Lemon and blueberry cheesecake
Bringing together sweet blueberries and sour lemons, this simple cheesecake from Anneka Manning’s cookbook ‘BakeClass’ is light but luscious. It’s the perfect end to a lazy summer meal.
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Baked lemon cheesecake
This is one of the most loved desserts around the world. Gingernuts are a lovely alternative for the base, and fresh passionfruit pulp or raspberries are delicious served on top.
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Lemon drizzle cake
The flavours of lemon are absolutely fantastic. Add some nutty notes with almond, a bright drizzle to go on top and you’ve got an ideal treat
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Lemon, honey and coconut delicious
Lemon, honey and coconut delicious
Dig your spoon into this delicious dessert.
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Lemon curd cake
The secret ingredient in this cake is lemon curd, which gives the cake a deliciously buttery lemon flavour – coupled with a simple lemon glaze drizzle, it is perfect for citrus lovers.
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Almond meringue and lemon curd cake
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Gluten-free lemontons
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Lemon, tea and three milks cake
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Blood orange and lemon yoghurt cups
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Lemon curd and poppy seed crêpe cake
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Lemon delicious
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Baked lemon cheesecake
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Lemon and raspberry semifreddo
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Lemon ginger-spice whoopie pies
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Lemon cake with mascarpone frosting
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Gluten-free raspberry and lemon syrup cake
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Lemon twists
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Coconut and lemon syrup cake
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Buttery citrus orange and lemon cake
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Lemon and earl grey chiffon syrup cake
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Lemon marshmallows
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Lemon and meringue passionfruit mess
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Lemon, honey and pistachio biscotti
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Lemon cakes with roasted strawberries
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Lemon meringue cake
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mini 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.