Sweet dish

Wonderfully fluffy and moist, this apricot slice is packed full of sweetness and texture.

The humble lamington is one of Australia's most well-loved desserts. This version creates a jumbo version of the tasty chocolate and coconut sponge, and stuffs it with fresh whipped cream and raspberry jam to produce a wonderfully sweet cake.

Awaken your senses by injecting a rich coffee flavour into this exquisitely caramelised sweet custard dessert.

The sweetness of apricots and figs are brilliant paired with flaky golden pastry in this classic tart.

This mouthwatering pear and date crumble stirs in sweet honey and a generous hint of spices for a warming winter dessert.

This is a jelly that adults will get on board with - beautifully flavoured with fresh lychees and almond essence.

Sweet, creamy and zesty, this divine baked lemon cheesecake is perfect served topped with mixed berries and fresh cream for a tasty dessert that will win over the fussiest of diners.

Creamy and decadent, this rich chocolate tart is packed full of wonderful flavour and a crumbly, biscuit crust. It is absolutely perfect for a birthday or Easter celebrations.

Delight your family and friends with this beautiful upside down dessert served fresh out of the oven. Indulge your senses with decadent chocolate cake topped with juicy, sweet tender pears.

Reward yourself for afternoon tea or after dinner by devouring this creamy italian dessert infused with a coffee kick and topped with sweet white chocolate.

The beauty of a frozen dessert is that it can be made well in advance and brought to the table with the minimum of stress. This colourful raspberry parfait brings a wonderful, refreshing restaurant-quality dish to your dinner party or family celebration.

This family classic is perfect for a cool winter's evening, the ultimate crumbly comfort food packed full of juicy fruit to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Sweet, moist, and packed full of juicy pineapple pieces, this fruity pudding is beautiful served with a oozing, gooey caramel sauce and a few shavings of fresh coconut to enhance the dish's tropical flavours.

Fluffy, golden banana cake is made even more delicious when spread with a generous dollop of a sweet, creamy cheese frosting. Perfect served slice as a rich weekend treat.

The irresistible combination of nutty hazelnut and smooth, creamy chocolate makes this fluffy cake utterly delicious. Spread with a rich, chocolate icing, you will be hard-pressed to stop at one slice!

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.

Sensational as a dessert accompaniment or to enjoy on it's own, this simple, no-cook creation produces plenty of creamy, sweet blocks of coconut and dried cranberries to share.

Bringing together the flavours of coconut, coffee and chocolate, these mocha slices make a great snack, and perfect gift.

What could taste better together than berries, liqueur and mascarpone? This indulgent jelly is super easy to make and tastes just as good as it sounds.

Served in a cocktail glass, delicious layers of stewed apples, custard and sweet roasted almonds will delight your tastebuds with every scoop.

This refreshing dessert blends honey, Greek yoghurt and vanilla beans to create a treat that only takes 15 minutes to make.

Whether is for Christmas dessert or another special summer party, this show-stopping sweet will have everyone asking for more.

Splurge on this creamy Italian mascarpone treat with hints of cinnamon, vanilla and brandy.

Chocoholics beware - you are sure to go nuts over these indulgent puddings sprinkled with wholesome pistachios and showered in a rich chocolate fudge sauce.

Deliciously moist, this sour cream and apple cake is perfect served straight from the oven with a dollop of ice-cream.

This dense sweet fruit loaf is beautiful served sliced, hot out of the oven, with a spread of cream cheese.

Naturally sweet and perfectly fluffy, prepare this golden date, carrot and honey loaf for your family and friends. Enjoy your loaf warm, sliced and with a cup of tea any time of the day.

This decadent chocolate and raspberry slice is devilishly good - try and resist a piece!

Pop your feet up on the couch, and cut yourself a slice of this warm, moist apple cinnamon tea cake to go with a mug of your favourite brew.

These apple dumplings are perfectly moist with the addition of sweet golden syrup.

Add a refreshing citrus zing to your summer dessert with these elegant frozen mousse delights, incorporating lemon and Italian-style meringue.

This snazzy, fruity frozen dessert is the perfect tonic to unwind on a hot summer day. It also makes for an uplifting Mother's Day treat.

This decadent slice showcases all the wonderful features of a delicious classic cheesecake, plus a beautiful apricot swirl throughout the creamy centre.

A sweet, fruity treat has never been easier than with this strawberry romanoff. With only five ingredients and taking just 20 minutes to create, this dish is a staple for busy dessert lovers.

With just five ingredients and taking only 15 minutes to make this tangy, fruity delight is a tasty and rather healthy treat.

Crispy meringue and cream and fruit go together in this classic Pavlova. Perfect for any dinner party and essential for Australia Day!

Jam-packed full of sweet chewy cherries, crunchy nuts and cornflakes and decadent dark chocolate - the classic Florentine slice makes the ultimate accompaniment to a cup of hot coffee.

Perfect for a winter's dessert or decadent weekend treat, this almond cherry pithivier is bursting with flavour.

On a cold, wintry night, there’s nothing better than sitting down to enjoy a delectable feast with friends or family.

Enjoy the cool, fruity flavours of fresh apple swirled throughout creamy vanilla custard - absolutely perfect for an afternoon treat.

This popular tropical fruit sings on the plate once browned and drizzled with a sugary sauce and nuts. Serve with ice-cream for a glorious summer dessert.

You don't have to be in France to indulge in this decadent dessert. Bite through the light outer-layer of these treats to reach the rich chocolate ganache centre.

Enrich and sweeten the festive season with these scrumptious fruit, almond and white chocolate brownie-like squares. They don't exclusively need to be dessert either.

Hot Christmas pudding is all well and good, but when faced with a steamy Australian festive season, we think this recipe for ice-cream pudding is going to win the day. It doesn't involve very much work, but will need to be frozen overnight before serving.

Featuring sublime coconut poured over a baked shortcrust pastry case smothered with sweet golden syrup, this will reach beyond simply tart lovers.

Want to give a twist to an Australian favourite for Christmas or a special occasion? Whip up these stunning individual pavlovas ahead of then lace with fresh fruit and shredded coconut.

Brimming with the scent of summer fruits and silky coconut cream, this dessert-in-a-glass could well be the star attraction at a celebration with family or friends.

With only three ingredients and just five steps this dessert is sure to be a repeat offender. With fresh berries, vanilla ice cream and melted white chocolate it's a festive treat you won't want to resist.

These inexpensive but elegant puddings would add the perfect finishing touch to a dinner party, or spoil the family and serve them as a weekend treat.

Bring a smile to your face with this wholesome and sweet fruit breakfast or dessert, partnering stewed peaches and nectarines.

Share these small bowls of pure yumminess with your family members - packed full of warm stewed apple and a sweet, crumbly topping.

This humble sweet bread pudding is incredibly satisfying, easy to make and tastes heavenly served warm with a drizzle of fresh cream.

This creamy caramelised and baked mixture, enjoyed alongside juicy, sweet pears, is the ideal afternoon pick-me-up or pleasurable dessert.

These peaches, cooked to soft perfection and drizzled with sweet and zesty syrup, become a dream dessert once partnered with coconut ice cream.

Serve this banana tarte tatin for dessert with cream and watch it disappear!

Cool, creamy and packed full of sweet, juicy cherries, this beautiful vanilla ice-cream is swirled with honey glazed almonds and white chocolate chunks for extra flavour and texture.

Unveil this exquisite cake layered with poached cherries, dark chocolate cream and almond meringue for an extra special dessert.

Marshmallows add a gooey note to this brownie. Have a slice for afternoon tea or serve with ice cream for a decadent dessert.

By merging this Kiwi classic with an Italian-American favourite, the cannoli, we’ve taken mid-winter Christmas dessert to a whole new, and stunningly simple, level.

Serve this versatile fudge-like chocolate cake as a dessert with ice-cream, for morning or afternoon tea, or freeze in slices to pop into a work or school lunchbox.

This eclectic mix of layered fruit sprinkled with a citrus zing is more than just pleasing to the eye.

This versatile zesty spread can form the base of an amazing dessert pie or tart, serve as a substitute for jam on afternoon tea scones, or even coat your morning toast.

No need to buy mango-flavoured ice cream with this simple recipe. With fresh mango chunks and creamy frozen yoghurt you'll discover just how good homemade can be.

With less than five ingredients these popsicles are a great choice for a kids party and frozen yoghurt makes them a healthier alternative to ice cream.

Irresistible creamy coffee dessert with crostoli to dip into. A great finish to any meal.

Boasting wine, fruit and spice, this refreshing chilled beverage is brimming with festive season cheer. It also pours well as a summer party pleaser.

Blended with vanilla bean, this creamy Italian specialty is best made ahead of time. Then served alongside beautifully roasted nectarines drizzled with wine for a truly satisfying dessert.

This sweet sensation can be churned up in minutes as an ideal finish to a summer dinner party.

Create a decadent dessert with less than ten ingredients that will impress everyone with its vibrant colour and juicy sweet flavour.

Treat your guests to something a little more decadent with these sweet poached pears, marinated in white wine. Crunchy ginger shortbread provides the perfect accompaniment to such soft, juicy desserts.

This fruity sundae takes just ten minutes to make and even less time to eat. Filled with chocolate Turkish delights, pistachios, vanilla ice cream and raspberries this is one dessert you'll definitely make again.

Whisk up this version of an Italian custard specialty, using strawberries and sweet dessert wine.

Transform this renowned chocolate pleasure with healthy cranberries and wholesome pistachios - then indulge relatively guilt-free.

These apple and cinnamon souffles are perfectly fluffy and filled with beautiful spices and warm baked fruit.

This is so pretty with its red juicy fruits and is great for using up any orphan fruits in the bowl.

A kick of ginger adds a spicy note to a favourite lemon and meringue combination.

You can freeze a pudding and some custard together in single-serve containers. They reheat well from frozen, although the custard will need a stir to make it smooth again.

Experiment with different ingredients to keep life, and food, interesting!

Indulge in this delicious tart complete with crumbly pastry, a creamy passionfruit filling and zesty orange mascarpone cream on top.

Instead of berries, you could use jarred morello cherries for a “black forest” surprise.

If fresh passionfruit aren’t in season, you can use passionfruit sauce or pulp from the supermarket.

We all love lemon meringue pie and now you can give it a tropical twist with tangy lime and fragrant coconut.

Get your just desserts this winter with these perfect puds.

Fresh fruit and a drizzle of honey are a sweet addition.

The finished product looks so glamorous but the elements are very easy to prepare in advance. Enjoy putting the finishing touches on your masterpiece and wait for the oohs and aahs! Note

This recipe is from The Australian Women's Weekly Cupcakes and cake pops cookbook

Indulge in tangy lemon and fluffy meringue on a buttery, biscuity base for a deliciously zesty sweet treat.

Rich, smooth and creamy, sink your spoon into a thick slice of this decadent baked ricotta cheesecake. Topped with sweet, juicy blueberries, it is a beautiful dessert all your guests will enjoy.

Surprise your family and friends with this homemade dessert this weekend. Golden crumbly pastry, creamy vanilla custard and fresh, juicy fruit pieces makes this gorgeous French tart worthy of being served in any patisserie.

Enjoy all the brilliant flavours of Anzac Biscuits in cake form, enhanced beautifully with a sweet honey icing. This makes a delicious morning or afternoon tea.

Sink your fork into a slice of this warm moist cake, perfectly topped with crunchy almonds and tender apple pieces. It goes brilliantly with a dollop of fresh cream.

A delightful buttery slice filled with fruit, nuts and topped with an irresistible lemon icing.

This crumbly macadamia and apricot slice is jam-packed full of texture, sweetness and irresistible flavours that'll keep you coming back for more.

Sweet, juicy mango pieces are swirled through a brilliant creamy coconut custard in this divine Summery slice. Serve topped with flaked almonds for extra crunch, it's a flavour and texture sensation that'll keep you wanting more!

Sweet, sugary and fruity, these golden fluffy muffins have a divine baked custard top and tender rhubarb pieces swirled throughout.

Leaving the fruit intact will give your presentation a professional edge.

Any kind of poached or honey-glazed fruit goes well with creamy rice.

Mike’s Top Tips: The yoghurt sorbet isn’t an instant dessert as it takes a while to freeze, so best to make it the day before you want to eat it. Try freezing this delicious sorbet in a metal container as the metal will act as a temperature conductor, freezing the sorbet twice as fast as […]

Experience the best of both worlds with this divine dessert that will comfort your body and soul. The sweet, stick date pudding base is beautiful topped with a creamy cheesecake slice and a rich butterscotch sauce.