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Jamie says: "Merging two big-hitting desserts, I’ve created this epic Father’s Day pud. It’s a great one for kids to help out with, and it heroes strawberries and cream in a delicious and fun way. A joyful pudding that dads (and non-dads!) will love."
When it comes to celebrating a special occasion, there is nothing better than tucking into a slice of classic chocolate cake. The ultimate indulgence, a rich, velvety ganache takes this dessert to the next level
Fluffy, pillowy and delicious, these puffy cloud breads taste light as air and are totally gluten-free. Made with just three ingredients, these clever egg puffs can be served as a tasty snack or used in place of normal bread.
Quartered plums and peaches dot across the top of this thick and flan-like clafoutis. Each slice delivers the ideal balances of sweetness and acidity; the use of soya milk instead of regular milk also means that it's dairy-free.
These veggie samosa puffs make a delicious addition to a picnic. They’re based on the flavours of traditional Bangladeshi samosas – but easier to make!
These treats are called melting moments for a reason: a soft custard filling sandwiched between two vanilla and cocoa-flavoured biscuits. A crunchy, creamy and meltingly moreish combination, perfect for teatime.
Everyone loves a crumble. Whether you're young, old, or somewhere in-between, we can almost guarantee that you've got fond memories of tucking into a crumble on a lazy Sunday afternoon. This pear and almond crumble is an excellent way to instill some of those happy memories onto someone else.
This is an exciting way of using up tomatoes and peppers that are about to turn. Grilling the peppers before they're added to the tart really brings out their sweet, tangy taste. Add fresh basil for a proper flavour of summer.
Decadent spring tarts that are so simple to prepare. The camembert and parm ham flavours complement each other perfectly, with fresh asparagus adding an earthy undertone.
A lovely savoury twist on the traditional scone, these pesto-laden scones would make a fine addition to any staid afternoon tea. We'd recommended eating them when they're warm and fresh out the oven. No cream or jam necessary.
Baking without eggs might seem like a challenge, but it’s easy to make an egg-free sponge. You can use the mix in any recipe that calls for sponge, but we’ve topped ours with a classic lemon drizzle.
Chocolate and orange are a fab combination and this dessert, which uses ready-rolled reduced fat sweet shortcrust pastry, makes the most of both. The orange is subtle, while the crème fraîche adds some extra richness. A great pudding to impress friends with.
An easy to make loaf cake boasting the comforting combination of bananas and honey, this banana loaf is a great way to use up overripe fruit and handy storecupboard ingredients. Pop into the kids' lunchbox or polish it off yourself as a mid-morning snack.
Make these dinky cupcakes ahead to have on hand for festive parties.
A great meal to share with friends and family that is suitable for a dairy free diet
There's nothing like a little something sweet with a cup of tea. These mini bakewell tarts are made by filling shortcrust pastry bases with a dollop of raspberry jam followed by a sweet and nutty frangipane.
This traybake is a brilliant baking dish to try with the kids. Bursting with berries and with a hint of apple, these dinky delights are made with delicious creamy yogurt. Best enjoyed with a cup of tea.
Your little ones will never know these tasty muffins are packed with fruit and veg! They're a great snack option and delicious served with yogurt or nut butter.
This classic lemon drizzle cake recipe is an all-time favourite and best enjoyed with a nice hot cup of tea
Tinned and frozen fruit make this reduced-sugar crumble more affordable. Enjoy on its own or with cream or ice cream.
These cookies are filled with a hidden cheesecake centre for an epic summer sweet treat. Fresh strawberries are folded through the cookie dough to make a gloriously fruity bake.
Combine the flavours of a strawberry cheesecake with blondies for an epic summer bake! A simple blondie is studded with white chocolate chunks and crumbled biscuits for the base, then loaded with a strawberries and cream cheesecake topping – wow!
Turn your favourite chocolate treat into a healthier dessert with our homemade version of peanut butter cups. Rich dark chocolate is filled with smooth peanut butter for a mouthful that you won’t be able to get enough of.
Chocolate and orange is a classic dessert combo, and this superb Mother's day bake is the best to showcase that rich flavour we all know and love
This fragrant almond tart is a classic British dessert and true family favourite. This traditional Bakewell tart recipe includes buttery homemade pastry with a thick layer of raspberry jam and a soft frangipane topping.
An absolute classic - the cornflake cakes recipe. Get the kids involved when making these crunchy and moreish chocolate cornflake clusters. A perfect party pudding that young and old alike will love, the only cooking involved is melting chocolate, butter, and golden syrup.
This pretty latticed pie is sure to go down a treat with the family, with golden buttery pastry and a sweet mixed berry filling. A few clever shortcuts make this generous pie an easy weekend treat - serve with plenty of custard or ice cream!
Little ones will love helping to make this giant version of the classic jaffa cake recipe. A light and springy sponge base is topped with chilled orange jelly, which is then covered in a layer of melted dark chocolate and set to create the crunchy outer layer
Make the most of your cooking apples and bake them up into a delicious crumble. A classically comforting British bake, it features juicy Bramleys and an oaty topping
Master the best vanilla cupcake recipe with these simple delights. Fluffy, golden sponge is topped with a swirl of rich vanilla buttercream for an easy bake that will be the star of any birthday party, afternoon tea or bake sale.
These sweet little banana cupcakes make a great snack for the kids after a busy day, or for popping into their lunchboxes as a healthy treat. They can even with the help with the baking of this easy cupcake recipe.
Now here's a dessert that parents will love just as much as the kids! Reminiscent of the delightful puddings from school, and oh so easy to make, these simple bakes are a no-brainer
These cute little dairy-free cupcakes are the perfect afternoon treat