Try our summer baking recipes, from no-cook ideas to fruity summer bakes. Find more baking and summer recipes.
Layers of sweet, summery goodness – creamy panna cotta topped with homemade strawberry jelly, fresh berries and fragrant mint leaves. This portable pud is the ideal way to round off an alfresco dinner and makes the most of one of Britain's favourite fruits
Named after Queen Victoria, this quintessentially British bake is simplicity at its best; sweet strawberry jam and pillowy soft cream, sandwiched between two light sponge cakes and a dusting of icing sugar
This treat of a summer pudding contains just three ingredients: Frozen berries, honey, and wholemeal bread. The pudding needs a night in the fridge to set so prepare this deliciously refreshing dish the day before.
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."
Enjoy the flavours of a bitter orange Italian aperitif in this easy ice lolly idea. Simply mix Bella Apertini with prosecco and garnish with a slice of orange, then freeze to make the ultimate summer cooler.
This vibrant tropical sundae is made with homemade coconut sorbet and pineapple and mint sorbet, but you can use whatever tropical-flavoured sorbets you fancy! Ideal for summer entertaining, as you can make everything in advance, then assemble the sundaes in minutes.
Dark chocolate, creamy coconut and sweet cherries is a heavenly flavour match, re-created in these indulgent sharing sundaes. You can prep everything in advance, then assemble just before serving.
Not only does this dish look beautifully colourful, but it tastes fantastically juicy, make it with the kids and enjoy a fun way to get your 5-a-day!
Semifreddo is Italian for “half frozen", and you can make this gorgeous dessert in advance for a summertime dinner party with friends: it's simpler than you might think. It mainly involves whisking, whipping and freezing. Bellissimo!
A proper lunch party calls for proper ice-cream. The base here is a classic recipe for vanilla ice cream, but the addition of both fresh and preserved ginger elevates this into an elegant yet comforting dessert that everyone will love.
Like a chocolate bonbon with a shape that is similar to a truffle - Brigadeiros are delicious and a favourite in Brazil
Homemade rhubarb ice cream is as light and delicious as it sounds. Tangy, tasty rhubarb is simmered in a vanilla sugar syrup before being churned in a classic custard ice cream mixture. Ration yourself to two scoops to make this gorgeous dessert last the summer.
This summer tart could technically be one of your five a day. A cream, mascarpone and lemon curd filling is poured into a blind-baked case, then decorated with a tempting pile of raspberries, blueberries and strawberries. The fruit is brushed with melted redcurrant jelly for a professional sheen.
Cheat and make these moreish almondy tarts with readymade pastry, don’t tell your friends and they won’t guess!
Wow your friends and family with this seriously impressive dessert.
Papayas, persimmons, pomegranate, physalis and lychees are the exotic fruits that make up this vibrant fruit salad. Paired with a zesty lime cream, it's a dish that'll transport you to the tropics with every bite.
A gorgeous cake that's perfect for a birthday treat – for such an impressive looking cake, it's also surprisingly easy to make. Sponges are layered with buttercream and fresh berries and jam, before being finished off with a topping of more berries.
Serve a fruit salad with a twist. Tropical mango, zingy kiwi fruit, juicy strawberries and sweet bananas are combined with lime, honey and sesame seeds. Grill or barbecue and enjoy with some natural yogurt.
Sweet nectarines caramelise deliciously when cooked. Just 15 minutes in the oven with a little bit of sugar will turn them a beautiful golden brown. Best served with a dollop of honey and vanilla-spiked yogurt.
You'll need to make this gorgeous homemade strawberry ice cream the day before as it takes a little bit of time to prepare. But when the moment for dessert comes, all you'll need to do is scoop and serve.
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.
Peaches really are the ultimate stone fruit, and this summery pudding makes the most of them. The peaches are poached in wine with vanilla, lemon zest and sugar, and served with lightly whipped double cream infused with yet more vanilla and sweetened with icing sugar.
These petite berry tarts are little slices of summer. Vanilla-infused milk makes for a creamy base, while raspberries and blueberries provide tang. Perfect with a cup of tea, or a glass of Pimms - whichever you fancy!
Served either warm or chilled, these Jamaican rice dessert cups are redolent with the warming flavours of grated nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon. Decorate with sprinkled golden sugar, fresh raspberries, and vanilla pods to complete the tropical aesthetic.
This creamy coconut sorbet is a refreshing frozen dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth and perfect for coconut lovers! Made with only 4 ingredients, it's a brilliant quick and easy summer dessert.
Refreshing, fruity and tropical, this pineapple and mint sorbet makes a lovely summer dessert. Using frozen pineapple and requiring little cooking skills, anyone can have a go, yet the result is seriously impressive!
Add a South-Asian twist to a summer trifle. Mango purée is layered with custard, jelly and whipped cream - made extra-special with cardamom. A magical, make-ahead summer dessert
If you're looking for a speedy sweet treat, you'll love these mixed berry skewers. Served with a salted dark chocolate sauce, it's the perfect balance of refreshing and indulgent!
Adding dark chocolate transforms this coconut sorbet into a rich and creamy dessert – an absolute must for chocolate lovers, made with only 5 ingredients! Try serving with a cherry sauce or our Chocolate, coconut and cherry sorbet
Make this zesty tart your go-to summer dessert. With a creamy lemon ricotta filling and a sweet raspberry swirl, it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Make the most of seasonal berries with this twist on that classic Italian dessert, tiramisu. A super-easy fruity dessert that you'll be making on repeat all summer.
Pair sweet nectarines with honey and mascarpone for a stunning summer dessert. Topped with an amaretti crumb and flaked almonds for extra flavour and crunch.
Fruity and refreshing, this really is the easiest ice cream recipe ever. Made simply with frozen bananas, this ‘nice’ cream makes a great alternative to traditional ice cream as it’s healthy, vegan and dairy-free.