The complexities of chocolate are what make it one of life’s simplest pleasures, says Matt Preston.

“This boozy take on a lemon delicious is taken to another level with the bruleed sugary crunch on top. It adds a layer of caramelisation that enhances the lemon flavour even more.” – Tracey Pattison. You’ll need a 2L-capacity baking dish and a kitchen blowtorch for this recipe. A lemon delicious waits for no one – be sure to have everyone ready and waiting to receive their bowl when the pudding comes out of the oven.

Melted dark chocolate topped with cream. It doesn't get much better.

A triple-threat of desserts, this simple chocolate fudge pudding oozes indulgence topped with a sweet, homemade butterscotch sauce. You’ll need to start this recipe 3 hours ahead, and you’ll need a 18cm x 26cm x 6cm-deep baking dish.

When cold weather hits, there’s nothing more comforting than a warm and fluffy pudding. In this easy recipe, the light sweetness from the blueberries and the bright, zesty citrus from the lemon perfectly blend with the softness of the sponge, creating a warming winter dessert that is both comforting and light. Served with silky cream and hot blueberries, this simple pudding is bound to be your new favourite. You’ll need a 1.9L round baking dish for this recipe.

This pudding hits all the right notes. It's crunchy on the outside and super fudgy in the middle, with an irresistibly decadent sauce.

This cosy citrus creation is the ultimate winter comfort treat.

“Maple, fig and pecan come together in a super-simple, picture-perfect dessert to warm the coldest winter's night" - Dominic Smith. You'll need a 27cm x 3cm, 5-cup (1.25L) round baking dish or similar for this recipe.

Phoebe Wood and Georgie Esdaile's banana, caramel and malt self-saucing puddings is perfect for a quiet night in.

The luscious combination of chocolate and orange come together in a saucy dessert fit to finish off any dinner party. Or you could just lock yourself away with your biggest spoon. We won't tell a soul!

These orange marmalade self-saucing puddings are an impressive way to finish off any meal, whether it's a dinner party with friends, or a cosy night at home with the family. You'll need 4 x 1 cup (250ml) ramekins for this recipe.

Tangy, spongey and delightful.

The vegan solution to your winter blues.

It's the ultimate set and forget dish come Christmas.

Quite frankly, you had us at self-saucing pudding.