Looking for a seasonal dessert? This vanilla rice pudding with quince is a great mid-week treat for the family.
30 deceptively fast desserts
Never forgo dessert because of a lack of time. Here, we chart 30 of our all-time favourite desserts that can be made after dinner (and all the washing up has been done).
Passionfruit lemon delicious
There is nothing quite like the fresh taste of passionfruit in a dessert and this lemon delicious will not disappoint.
Andrew McConnell's rustic rhubarb tarts
These super easy rhubarb tarts are proof that you don't need to spend hours slaving in the kitchen to produce a tasty dessert. Chef Andrew McConnell knows that working with seasonal produce will always score a win on flavour.
Easy chocolate fondants
It may be cheating but we guarantee an oozy-centred chocolate fondant every time with this clever recipe.
Butterscotch sauce with burnt-butter bananas and ice cream
This deliciously gooey and moreish dessert shows just how versatile butter and bananas can be.
Fresh ideas
Grapes
Grapes are at their peak right now, look for firm, bright fruit for a sweet juicy snack.
Quick chocolate cake with caramel fudge swirl
This is your speed-dial for a decadent chocolate fix, ready on the table in 40 minutes. Last-minute morning tea, dinner party or midnight craving… it’s there for you. Recipe note: You’ll need a 23cm x 33cm, 3cm-deep baking tray.
Quick apple, almond and coconut tart
Featherlight and topped with tart apple and sweet, nutty almonds, this is a quick, low-fat version of the French 'tarte fine'.
5-minute tiramisu
Made with just a handful of ingredients, this cheat's version of a classic tiramisu is on the table in 5 minutes. There's no need to wait hours for it to set in the fridge – simply add everything into a mug and serve with a savoiardi biscuit for dunking.
Rick Stein's treacle tart with ice cream
Pair this traditional British pastry recipe with creamy vanilla ice cream for a delightful family friendly dessert.
Coconut and ginger sago with caramelised pineapple
Reminiscent of her favourite childhood dessert, Billie McKay revamps sago pudding with coconut, ginger and caramelised pineapple.
Matt Moran's rhubarb and strawberry crumble
Matt Moran's easy crumble recipe proves you just can't beat a classic when it comes to comforting desserts. Perfect to make as a quick midweek dessert, this simple and hearty crumble marries the sweet and tangy flavours of strawberry and rhubarb enhanced by just a touch of sharp lemon. Warming, juicy and deliciously indulgent, this easy winter dessert will get you through cold weather effortlessly.
Salted caramel peach splits
This clever dessert covers sweet grilled seasonal peaches and ice-cream with gooey salted caramel sauce.
Hong Kong-style French toast
Merivale chefs Patrick Frieden, Eric Koh and Christoper Hogarth bring you this decadent take on French toast just in time for Sunday breakfast. It's pure decadence in a meal that's both breakfast and dessert in one.
Papaya cheesecake galette with passionfruit toffee
“The gentle sweetness of papaya is elevated by the slightly tart passionfruit combined with syrupy toffee. The cream cheese adds the perfect velvety balance.” – Kim Coverdale
Quick chocolate mousse with boozy cranberries
Get creative with your Christmas leftovers to create this easy chocolate mousse dessert.