Recipes
Dessert does not have to mean an all-day baking project. This collection ranges from creamy no-bake treats to cakes and quick, nostalgic sweets, giving you options for both relaxed family meals and occasions that deserve something a little more special. Some recipes are rich and indulgent, while others rely on a few familiar ingredients and a simple method. Pick the dessert that suits your time, your appetite and the amount of washing-up you are prepared to face afterwards.
6 recipes
Slices of buttered bread are layered with raisins, soaked in a gently spiced vanilla custard and baked until golden. This traditional British pudding transforms everyday ingredients into a soft, comforting dessert with a lightly crisp surface.
Tender apples and juicy blackberries bake together beneath a golden, buttery oat crumble topping. This comforting British dessert celebrates the flavours of autumn and is delicious served warm with creamy custard, vanilla ice cream or pouring cream.
A soft, date-filled sponge is generously coated in a rich, warm toffee sauce for a deeply comforting British dessert. Sticky toffee pudding is especially lovely served warm with vanilla ice cream, pouring cream or traditional custard.
An indulgent no-bake cheesecake combining classic banoffee flavours: a biscuit base, fresh banana, thick caramel and a light cheesecake filling.
Rich dark chocolate cake layered with pistachio ganache and finished with toasted crushed pistachios.
Classic Rice Krispies squares made with butter and mini marshmallows for a soft, gooey texture. The mixture takes only a few minutes to prepare, then needs time to set before slicing.
When time is limited, a no-bake dessert can be a useful option because much of the work can be done ahead. Cakes are better suited to occasions where presentation matters, while simple tray-style treats are easy to portion and share. Whichever route you choose, accurate measurements and enough chilling or cooling time usually matter more than adding extra decoration.
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