Plum

With flavours and colours that evoke that warm Christmassy feeling, this beautiful spiced plum makes the most of fresh plums, which are plentiful in this late summer season. It's the perfect recipe when you want to serve up a delightful dessert the family will adore.

For an impressive way to finish off a meal, plums are the way to go. But with a wide variety starting to hit the shelves for Aussie summer, you'll have one big dilemma. Do you choose a plum with beautiful blood red flesh or is an orange hue your optimal choice? Whichever you prefer, they are both perfect for baking a pretty plum treat. Here, we've gathered a few of our faves. From a lovely plum and hazelnut clafoutis to terrific tarts and a classic plum pudding, these colourful creations will be a hit.

With summer well and truly upon us, it's time to crack into the season's extraordinary fruit offerings. We've rounded up our best desserts using only the freshest stone fruits that are perfect for satisfying that sweet tooth. From tantalising tarts to cherry cheesecakes and beautiful baked peaches, there's something to complete any summer entertaining menu. For those who want to treat themselves without the guilt, we've even included a sugar-free option. Simply divine!

This gorgeous baked tart is complete with a buttery ginger crust and creamy lemon filling. Finish it off with an assortment of summer stone fruits for a really special dessert for entertaining.

Zesty, creamy cheesecake with a plum topping, served with whipped cream and plum syrup.

This cake will have you coming back for more- packed full of crunchy hazelnuts, sweet plums and sour cherries, this is sure to be a family favourite!

This divine almond, plum and orange blossom loaf is made without flour to produce a lighter, gluten-free alternative to many traditional fruit loaves. It is packed full of flavour and is gorgeous served warm with a pot of tea.