Sweet dish

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.

Layers of decadent chocolate and coffee cream are combined with light, fluffy chocolate meringue to create this gorgeous torte. Topped with crunchy roasted hazelnuts, it's a dessert-lover's dream.

Fruity, sweet and tart all in one spoonful, this divine homemade passionfruit and pineapple jam is wonderful spread on warm scones or freshly toasted sour dough.

The glorious combination of almond and sweet orange syrup make a delicious gluten-free treat.

This glorious fruity pie with its thick, buttery crust is perfect for Winter weekends at home.

You'll love these individual portions of the dessert classic, apple and rhubarb strudel. There's something about flaky golden pastry and warm, stewed sweet that works so well!

The light chocolate sponge, luscious cream and juicy berries makes this the perfect afternoon tea treat.

We're on a roll with this morning tea treat.

A crisp base and sweet citrus syrup make this almond cheesecake a divine dessert for all.

Mums spend so much time looking after everyone, why not return the favour? Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with a special afternoon tea shared with close friends and family.

Easy to freeze and defrost when you please!

Wrap this slice with kitchen paper and string to add to the sense of occasion.

Choose thick-skinned lemons because they are sturdier. Serve sorbet in glasses or gelato cups. Before freezing, cut base off lemon shells so they sit flat for serving. Note

To make chocolate banana boats, chop 100g dark eating chocolate. Cut banana, not all the way through, in half lengthwise. Fill slit with chocolate pieces; wrap banana in foil to enclose. Cook as recipe directs. Note

It is important to combine gelatine and yoghurt mixtures at similar temperatures to avoid lumps forming. Note

Use seasonal fruit of choice and to suit your budget. Note

In Step 3, cover top of mixture with cling wrap while cooling to help stop skin forming. No time to make ice-cream? Slightly soften a ready-made tub, add our flavourings and re-freeze. Note

Adding water to the oven tray before grilling the plums acts as a base for the plum syrup – the colour from the plum skin combined with the excess sugar makes a syrup that can be drizzled over the plums. Note

WINE MATCH: Try the new 2010 Jacob’s Creek Moscato ($15) – the low alcohol content and perfumed nose make it a winner with this summery dessert. If you’re looking for something a little more exotic, try the 2009 Dopff au Moulin Gewurztraminer ($18), which is floral and gently spiced. Note

For a quick and easy chocolate sauce, melt 1/2 cup cream with 1/3 cup chocolate pieces in a small saucepan, stirring well. Note

Dates make this cake super moist and full of flavour without being heavy.

Nothing tops off a meal better than my grandmother’s own apple tart, which my mother learnt to make as a young girl in Holland.

This indulgent seasonal dessert, layered with fresh fruit, is ripe for the picking.

This may look complicated, but it’s really easy to make. It looks stunning, and best of all, it can be made in advance and frozen until it’s ready to serve. Try different combinations of fillings, such as fresh berries and whipped cream, or replace the coffee with cocoa and use orange zest or almonds too. […]

The kids will love creating their very own marshmallows for dessert.

You could also use apples or add spices and flaked almonds to the mix.

Serve this slice with coffee after your main, or save for morning tea.

For flavour, add a strip of orange peel or use dried fruit and let it infuse and swell in the syrup.

For lunchboxes or dessert, this biscuit recipe is wonderfully versatile.

When time is limited, make your baking work for you. These recipes will take you from afternoon tea to dessert!

This two-tone brownie is a delectable twist on the classic recipe and can be easily dressed up as a decadent dessert.

This two-tone brownie is a delectable twist on the classic recipe and can be easily dressed up as a decadent dessert.

To prevent syrup forming crystals, do not stir once boiled. Note

This jelly should have distinct layers. The clear lemon jelly contrasts with the spongy honeycomb base. Don’t worry if the mixture curdles – it’s meant to. Note

Plums not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. You’ll need approximately 10 plums for this recipe. Note

Cut a slice of this fruity tart and enjoy the fragrant undertones of rosewater. Best served with thick, whipped cream and a collection of family or friends.

Substitute dates for apricots, and vanilla essence for lemon rind, if desired. Note

Snowy chocolate mountain

So easy, you'll have plenty of time to make more.

Not suitable to freeze. Ganache suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. You could use 8 fresh plums in place of the peaches, if preferred. You can use the remaining syrup as a base for summer drinks or punches, or reuse it to poach more fruit. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to microwave. Note

You'd be amazed at how well aromatic herbs complement the sweet, borderline tart, flavour of fresh strawberries. All supported by a delicate creamy panna cotta.

Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

The jelly can be made up to two days ahead of serving. Note

A sugar (candy) thermometer, from kitchenware stores, is essential for this recipe. Nougat can be made a week ahead. Store nougat in an airtight container between layers of baking paper in a cool, dry place. If the weather is humid, make close to serving. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

This recipe can be made up to two weeks ahead; store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place, but not in the refrigerator. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Ice-cream can be made several days ahead. Apricot mixture can be made a day ahead. Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Note

We used Baileys Irish Cream, a liqueur made of blended cream, Irish whiskey and Irish spirits. Don’t over-beat the chocolate and liqueur mixture as it will curdle. Note

These divine little chocolate bonbons, studded with turkish delight, pistachios and cranberries, are like a grown-up version of rocky road.

These decadent bite sized cakes will leave an explosion of flavour in your mouth with every nibble. Perfect to serve at Christmas time, we've combined fragrant fruit mince pies with sweet, creamy melted chocolate.

Suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Recipe can be prepared several hours ahead. Reheat the fruit in the syrup before serving. Note

The meringues can be made up to a week ahead. The red fruit salad can be prepared up to six hours ahead. Note

A delicious topping to any number of desserts - chocolate mousse, ice-cream, brownies and more.

The flavours of this dessert are deliciously balanced with the sweetness of the strawberry sorbet offset by the tart fruit and syrup.

This no-churn ice-cream recipe is made with just three ingredients.

Whether you're celebrating a friend's birthday, engagement, or career milestone this decadent salted caramel three-tier cake will show just how much you care.

There's no need to take a trip to the cinema to enjoy this classic favourite movie snack.

Once you know how to make choux pastry whipping up a batch of chantilly cream-filled, chocolatey profiteroles is a breeze.

Marzipan is in the cake decorations aisle; check ingredients label for gluten. Note

You can also use coconut macaroons for the base. You will need 4 passionfruit. Note

Give this classic fruit pudding a try and fill your kitchen with the sweet smell of Christmas and family.

If ice-cream is your favourite treat on a hot summer evening, this cassata recipe, an ice-cream cake stuffed with glace fruit and nuts, from recipes+ is a gorgeous way to enjoy it.

Have you ever baked a choc-topped caramel slice only to ruin the aesthetic by cracking the chocolate and squishing out all the caramel when slicing? Not anymore.

To make certain your biscuits are of uniform size, weigh the dough before rolling – measure 30g for each biscuit. Greek Almond Shortbread biscuits are delicious when served with coffee. Note