One of the best things about summer has to be the gorgeous mangoes, watermelon and stone fruits. This collection of summer desserts makes the most of seasonal fruits with everything from light mango sorbets to stone fruit tarts and delicious frozen desserts.
We’ve included a delicious stone fruit tarte tartin, a vibrant mango and passionfruit pavlova and a lemon and blackberry frozen yoghurt cake and many more.
Guaranteed to impress.
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Basil mascarpone sorbet with strawberries and pomegranate
Basil mascarpone sorbet with strawberries and pomegranate
This sweet and fragrant basil mascarpone sorbet recipe is a deliciously refreshing dessert to serve alongside a sweet and bright strawberry pomegranate salad.
02
Peaches and cream pie
With a buttery and soft pastry with a hint of cinnamon and a fruity peach filling, this peaches and cream pie is one you will not easily forget.
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Mixed berry and ricotta tart
Contrasting creamy ricotta filling with fresh bursting berries on top there is something so special about this perennial dessert. It’s berry good.
05
Watermelon and mint granita
Presenting this fresh and cleansing italian-style dessert is an ideal way to wind down a summer party or family gathering.
06
Key lime pie
Try this sweet, citrusy American favourite for a summer treat or to perk up dessert time all year round.
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Stone fruit crostata
Stone fruits are one of the best parts of summer. Choose from fresh plums, peaches or nectarine to create a delightful rustic Italian dessert pie.
08
Summer berry clafoutis
Clafoutis is a traditional French baked dessert, often made with cherries. We’ve used the best of in-season summer berries in this recipe, but any combination of berries would be equally delicious.
09
Poached summer fruit
Create the base of your next standout summer dessert or pie filling, with this classic combination of nectarines, peaches or apricots poached in sweet syrup.
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Mango & hibiscus sorbet
Cool, sweet and fruity, this refreshing mango and hibiscus sorbet is perfect to enjoy on a warm Summer afternoon by the pool. It is only enhanced by a splash of prosecco.
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Summer fruit cake
Fresh and fruity – this watermelon cake is the perfect summer dessert! Layered with fresh fruit and served with creamy ice-cream, this cake is a little slice of summer-heaven!
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Roasted cherry cheesecake
If you think regular cheesecake is delicious, try it with the addition of juicy roasted cherries. Baking them brings out their natural sweetness, perfect swirled through a cool and creamy centre.
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Cherry almond tartlets
Topped with a fresh, juicy cherry, these delicate little cherry almond tartlets make a sophisticated afternoon tea treat.
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Mango and kaffir lime baked cheesecake
Mango and kaffir lime baked cheesecake
Sweetened with palm sugar and flavoured with kaffir lime, this mango baked cheesecake takes fragrant Thai flavours to create a truly indulgent dessert
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Passionfruit and mango no-bake cheesecake
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this passionfruit and mango cheesecake – sweet, creamy & fruity! This is the perfect dessert for any night of the week!
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classic pavlova
Spongy marshmallow centre with cracking shell, piled high with cream & delicious summer fruits. Who else could you trust for the best pavlova?
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Red fruit salad with chai spiced yoghurt
Red fruit salad with chai spiced yoghurt
Fresh vibrant and full of summer fruits, this colourful red fruit salad is just what you need. Perfect for summer gatherings and hot days.
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Peaches and cream pie
With a buttery and soft pastry with a hint of cinnamon and a fruity peach filling, this peaches and cream pie is one you will not easily forget.
19
Raspberry ripple yoghurt pops
This raspberry ripple frozen yoghurt treat is a warm-weather favourite for kids of all ages. These should be prepared at least a day ahead.
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Passionfruit and ginger curd tart
Passionfruit and ginger curd tart
A crumbled biscuit base filled with sweet passionfruit curd that’s gently flavoured with a hint of ginger. The ideal way to use in season passionfruit
21
Melt-and-mix strawberry yoghurt cake
This easy melt-and-mix yoghurt and almond cake with macerated strawberries is moist and dense and perfect for your next afternoon tea.
22
Pie maker apricot danish
These simple fruit danishes only take a few ingredients and less than half an hour to make in your pie maker.
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Raspberry, yoghurt and strawberry terrine with berry and mint salad
Raspberry, yoghurt and strawberry terrine with berry and mint salad
Refreshing raspberry, yoghurt and strawberry terrine with a sweet berry and fresh mint salad – a show-stopping dessert for your next dinner party!
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Lemon custard & strawberry jam brûlée tart
Lemon custard & strawberry jam brûlée tart
Zesty lemon custard with a layer of strawberry jam in flaky shortcrust pastry with a crunchy brulee topping, create a delightfully flavourful tart.
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Nectarine and almond tarte tatin
Nectarine and almond tarte tatin
For a glorious, sticky sweet caramelised French treat, serve this tart tatin to finish off a meal in perfect style. And it’s even suitable for diabetics!
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Honey slice with roasted strawberries
Honey slice with roasted strawberries
This sweet honey slice with roasted strawberries is the perfect accompaniment for your morning or afternoon cuppa.
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Mango, coconut and mascarpone sponge
Mango, coconut and mascarpone sponge
This is a simply luscious cake, with its layers of sponge, mango and coconut mascarpone.
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Apple strawberry crumble
Fill your kitchen with the smell of this fabulous dessert that’s quick and easy to prepare. With fresh apples, strawberries and your choice of topping
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Peach galette
Thin, crisp pastry topped with succulent fresh peaches and apricot jam makes for a delectable dessert.
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Mango and passionfruit pavlova
Mango and passionfruit pavlova
This iconic Australian dessert is made even more delicious with the addition of fresh tropical fruits. Whip up this gorgeous pavlova for a special occasion, birthday party or Christmas celebration.
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Vanilla slice
An Australian classic, this rich and creamy slice is beautiful served with a mug of coffee. The combination of passionfruit icing and decadent vanilla custard goes beautifully together.
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Strawberry and raspberry pie
A fabulous way to use up summer berries. To add an extra special touch we’ve included crushed pink peppercorns in the pastry to a spicy touch.
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Frozen nectarine and turkish delight parfait
Frozen nectarine and turkish delight parfait
Sweet and tart, fruity and creamy, this dessert is a taste sensation that will impress any guest.
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Mango & hibiscus sorbet
Cool, sweet and fruity, this refreshing mango and hibiscus sorbet is perfect to enjoy on a warm Summer afternoon by the pool. It is only enhanced by a splash of prosecco.
35
Strawberry jelly cakes
These pretty little morsels combine the flavours of strawberry and coconut for a wonderful teatime treat that can be devoured in two bites.
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Peach and nectarine tart
There’s no need to make your own pastry with this peach and nectarine tart; we think the store bought stuff will do. No one will notice, because the topping is just so good! Serve either warm or cool with thick double cream.
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Lemon and blackberry frozen yoghurt cake
Lemon and blackberry frozen yoghurt cake
This delicious lemon frozen yoghurt cake is studded with juicy blueberries and layered with crumbly ginger-flavoured biscuits to create the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
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Mango sorbet
‘Sweet’, ‘summery’ and ‘refreshing’ perfectly sum up the experience of tucking into these mango sorbet cones. You may need to double the recipe because these won’t last long!
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Creamy mango popsicles
With only two ingredients these lactose-free popsicles take only minutes to whip up!
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Passionfruit tart
This tart has just the right amount sourness to get your taste buds tingling. Smooth and delicious, the filling is peppered with seeds for added texture.
