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This celestial ham will be the winning centre-piece of your Christmas table. Sweetly spiced by the whole cloves. The deliciously sticky glaze contrasts beautifully with the salty meat.

This thick, creamy and utterly delicious watermelon and berry frappe is a great way to start your day, or to reach for as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Naturally sweet and enlivened by a shot of lime.

A sugar (candy) thermometer, available from kitchenware stores, is essential for this recipe. Yes, you need to get your timing just right, and making nougat can be a little fiddly, but it's totally worth it for the real deal.

Topped with strawberries, raspberries and white chocolate curls, this Irish cream and berry trifle is a triumph. Creamy, fruity and spiked with alcohol, it's a celebration in a dish.

If you're looking for a super easy dessert, something to whip up in a matter of minutes, this mixed berries with sponge fingers recipe is perfect. Like a deconstructed trifle in a pudding glass.

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.

This quick and simple dessert is perfect for any time of the year. The combination of berries, custard and crunchy biscotti works beautifully together.

The pavlova was so named because it was thought to be as light as the famous dancer, Anna Pavlova. We love that this version reminds us of her brightly coloured ballet tutu. It's almost a shame to eat. Almost.

There is no cooking required for this fabulous layered dessert, and it just takes a few minutes to put together, so you can indulge in a berry, coconut and yoghurt parfait at a moment's notice.

Parfait means 'perfect' in French and there's a lot about this chocolate, honey and red berry version that is perfect. For starters, it's easy to make and doesn't melt too quickly which means it's great for entertaining. It also looks amazing.

A decadent and rich dessert with berries, warm white chocolate and Malibu liqueur.

Wrap individual muffins in plastic wrap and freeze for up to three months. Defrost muffins as required either overnight in the refrigerator or in the microwave on high (100%) for about 30 seconds. Note

These popular French cakes are light, fluffy and delicious served with a dollop of yoghurt on the side.

Surprise your loved ones this weekend with this delicious French toast and berry compote. Sprinkle with a dusting of icing sugar for that finishing touch. A perfect brunch.

Apple and blackberry is the classic crumble combination and this oaty version doesn't disappoint.

Classic pavlova is usually topped with mixed berries and passionfruit pulp. We've opted for a mix of berries here, but if you prefer you can use kiwifruit, thinly sliced pineapple, pawpaw and passionfruit pulp.

Serve these delicate turnovers dusted with sifted icing sugar for a delicious mid-afternoon treat or, for a yummy dessert, serve with ice-cream.

The combination of sweet, gooey filling and crunchy topping is delightful in this easy slice.

If you don’t have purple food colouring, use a few drops each of red and blue food colouring until the desired shade of purple is achieved. Note

Start the day the right way with this mouth watering smoothie.

Topped with a crunchy pastry lid sprinkled with cinnamon and flaked almonds, this juicy apple and berry pie makes a luscious ending to a family meal.

Simple and elegant, these dainty little cupcakes are a delicious treat to share for dessert or a special afternoon tea.

Encased in crisp puff pastry, this beautiful berry sponge slice makes a delightful sweet treat with tea or coffee.

Make the sugar syrup ahead; keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to one month. Prepare the fruit the night before then assemble in the morning in a small airtight container, and don’t forget to take a spoon. Note

This refreshing smoothie is wonderfully fruity, naturally sweet and packed full of nutrients to fuel you for the day. Enjoy as a drink, as a quick breakfast, or a light snack on a warm Summer's day.

Sweeten up your morning bowl of cereal with this berry-licious recipe that's full of fruit, fibre and goodness!

We used Grand Marnier in this recipe but you could use any citrus-flavoured liqueur you like. Serve warm with lashings of cream, custard or hard sauce.

Spread it on toast or crumpets, use it in cakes and desserts, gift it in jars. Berry jam is so versatile! Use any combination of berries you like to give a total weight of 1kg (2 pounds).

A few key ingredients and just 10 minutes preparation and you and your guests can be enjoying these mixed berries with mascarpone; easy, simple, yet oh so good. Use your favourite mixture of berries for this recipe.

Like a deconstructed summer pudding, these summer berry stacks make a fresh and delightful dessert.

For an easy, delicious dessert, make these cardamom-spiced apples stuffed with berries and drizzled with a berry yoghurt sauce.

When in season, use blood oranges. Note

You simply can't beat homemade ice cream, and the tofu in this recipe enhances both the flavour and texture, for something even more special.

These gorgeous miniature berry and rhubarb pies are perfect for a morning or afternoon treat, or a decadent dessert with vanilla ice-cream.

The contrast between the light, lemony pudding and rich berry topping of these self-saucing puddings is delectable.

The kids will love these vanilla cupcakes topped with pink whipped cream and fresh berries.

Enjoy the flavours of creamy vanilla and berry in this cheat's trifle.

This recipe is nut-free and egg-free. Note

Wow your dinner guests with these vibrant and delicious blackberry soufflés.

On a balmy summer's night this velvety pudding is a light and refreshing alternative.

The dark blue pigment of blueberries is full of antioxidants, which have been shown to lower cholesterol. They are sometimes referred to as “brain berries” because they may help with brain function. Note

Crumbles are so delicious and easy to make. There is absolutely no excuse not to whip this quick, scrumptious dessert up for any meal or season.

Juicy berries sit atop a sweet almond filling and crispy pastry base in this indulgent tart.

Easy, refreshing and nutritious.

A berry cheesecake filling sits atop a crisp meringue nest in this impressive dessert.

The layers of choux pastry provide the 'puff' in this recipe. There is some time and effort involved here in the assembly, but if you fancy rolling your sleeves up and spending some time creating something lovely, then look no further.

Cranberries are very high in antioxidants and nutrients, giving them superfood status. They go perfectly as a sauce with chicken and melted cheese.

Packed with fruit and seeds, these gluten-free cranberry and honey muesli bars bars are perfect for a morning or afternoon pick-me-up. They're also nut-free, so feel free to add them to the kids' lunch boxes.

Equipment: 30cm x 40cm rectangular cake board You can also use raspberry and vanilla marshmallows, halved crossways, or a variety of chocolate buttons to decorate the balloon. If using butter cream instead of the strawberry frosting, you will need one quantity of butter cream which ­ you can tint pink or leave plain. Note

This exciting and gorgeous dessert perfectly balances its flavours; a hint of tart mixed with smooth creaminess.

Healthy turkey and sweet cranberry wrap from Australian Women's Weekly.

There is a little more involved here than simply mixing berries into cupcake batter, but the results are absolutely stunning and delicious.

These gluten-free coconut, almond and berry cupcakes make the perfect sweet treat with a cup of tea.

The availability of frozen blueberries and tinned passionfruit pulp means you can make this gorgeous jam any time of the year.

This crumble goes well with custard. Note

Drizzled in sweet toffee, these almond and cranberry wreath biscuits make wonderful Christmas gifts.

To remove pomegranate seeds: cut the pomegranate in half crossways, and using your fingers, scrape the seeds from the flesh while holding the pomegranate upside-down in a bowl of cold water; the seeds will sink and the white pith will float to the surface. Discard the pith, and drain the seeds before using. Note

An elegant dish to bake for an afternoon tea with friends, or a light dessert on a summer's eve. Serve with a little cream if you like.

Similar to porridge, this hearty, wholesome breakfast will definitely keep you going until lunchtime.

Make the most of fresh summer berries with this stunning vanilla custard flan.

Perfect for the lunchbox, these easy berry muffins make a delicious morning or afternoon snack.

These delicious puddings can be made up as quick as a flash as long as you have a jar of jam in your cupboard. Plus, they're gluten-free so everyone can enjoy them.

Cointreau would work well for the liqueur in this recipe, although if you want to keep it booze free, orange juice would also do. Either way, for the amount of time involved the result is deceptively fancy.

These fluffy banana loaves with crunchy topping make a lovely accompaniment to a hot cup of tea.

Loaves can be made up to 2 days ahead; store in an airtight container. Loaves are suitable to freeze. Note

Store slice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Note

These impressive desserts are a lot simpler to make that they look, and give the final course a little glamour.

Try adding a few spoonfuls of toasted muesli to create a healthy and satisfying breakfast smoothie.

Enjoy these sweet little cranberry and coconut treats with a cup of tea or coffee and good conversation.

These berry frangipane tarts are perfect for a simple afternoon tea celebration. Serve them with a small dish of clotted cream for that little something extra.

Use any berries you like in this cake; they will all marry happily with the orange flavour. The mascarpone adds an extra level of decadence.

We used the grenadine syrup to add some colour to the punch; you can use any cordial you like, however, the colour may not be as intense as that of the grenadine. Strawberry ice-blocks can be made at least a week before the party. Finish the punch as close to serving as possible. Note

Perfect for a lazy breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are pretty as a picture with their colourful berry toppings. Any leftover pancakes can be taken to school for a morning-tea treat.

Makes enough for four 200g servings of pan fried chicken breast. If sauce is too tart, add a little more honey. Also goes well with whole roast turkey, duck or chicken. Note

There's no cooking required for this stunning, delicious berry-swirled cheesecake tart.

These delicious chewy cranberry meringues, sometimes called cranberry chewies, make a delicate, pretty afternoon tea treat.

Quick and easy snack of turkey, avocado and cranberry wraps from Australian Women's Weekly.

With layers of sponge, cheesecake filling, berries and custard, this delicious trifle is sure to impress.

You can use pretty much any combination of nuts and glacé fruits for the florentines as long you substitute weight for weight. Note

Plump, sweet blackberries are a gorgeous match with understated pear in this luscious jam.

Low-fat yoghurt and crushed weetbix make this brekky berry smoothie a complete breakfast in its own right.

For an easy, elegant dessert, try these decadent sandwiches of golden puff pastry, juicy berries and custard cream.