Dessert

We used small (lunch-box size) Pink Lady apples and Corella pears in this recipe. Note

This easy-mix pie is called `impossible’ because it sorts itself out in the oven into 3 layers. Note

Crumbles are so delicious and easy to make. There is absolutely no excuse not to whip this quick, scrumptious dessert up for any meal or season.

Dundee cake is a famous traditional Scottish fruit cake with a rich flavour.

Serve this decadent winter dessert with lashings of whipped cream.

Buttered rum brazil nits

Mini black forest cake

Figs with sheep milk yogurt and honey

This is the perfect recipe to start your Christmas cake baking tradition. It can be made ahead of time easy preparation on any occasion.

Juicy berries sit atop a sweet almond filling and crispy pastry base in this indulgent tart.

We all know that everybody likes parfait but with chunks of chocolate, nougat and a caramel sauce this is one parfait you'll be sure to love.

With layers of crisp pastry, blueberry sauce and orange cream cheese, this is one mouth-watering dessert.

You can use orange juice in place of the sweet red wine if you like. Note

Strawberries can also be served with yoghurt or light sour cream in place of creme fraiche. Note

A berry cheesecake filling sits atop a crisp meringue nest in this impressive dessert.

This passionfruit mousse makes a light and tropical change from the usual chocolate version. Tofu is the perfect ingredient here because it provides the amazing texture, and absorbs all of that delicious passionfruit flavour.

The layers of choux pastry provide the 'puff' in this recipe. There is some time and effort involved here in the assembly, but if you fancy rolling your sleeves up and spending some time creating something lovely, then look no further.

It is all in the title; delectable, rich and to add more, delicious and moorish. A great Christmas recipe.

We used Pedro Ximnez sherry, a dark syrupy style of sherry with a complex taste, however any sweet style is suitable. Note

Serve this fluffy, saucy ginger and orange pudding with big scoops of vanilla bean ice-cream.

Keeping time: 3 days. Note

This super cake turtle birthday cake is perfect for a kid's party at home or school.

We’ve made five fairy cakes, however, there will be enough cake mixture to make a total of nine cakes ­ one for each guest would be ideal. Match the colour of the paper cases to the dolls for a pretty effect. Use the cakes as gifts for the guests to take home, or as the […]

If you have an electric pressure cooker you won’t need to reduce the heat to stabilise pressure,your cooker will automatically stabilise itself. Always check with the manufacturer’s instructions before using. Note

Affogato is a popular Italian dessert that often combines coffee with ice-cream and often, a splash of booze. We've used Irish cream here, but you could substitute your favourite liqueur.

Delight your child with this gorgeous (and easy) orange birthday cake.

You can use cognac or armagnac in place of the port when making this sophisticated tart for dessert.

Icing stars can be purchased at cake decorating suppliers. Note

The flavours of freshly ground walnuts and sweet lemon go together beautifully in this simple cake.

Choux pastry (pronounced "shoo") is the basis of many delectable desserts. Choux puffs such as these are among the most popular. Beautifully light, filled with crème pâtissière, who could resist them?

Covered in lollies and heart-shaped lollipops, this impressive crown cake is sure to be a hit.

If you have trouble stacking the truffles, secure them through the centre of the truffles with strong wooden toothpicks. Note

We used dariole moulds for the pudding, a texas muffin pan would work well, too. Note

Equipment: 45cm (18-inch) round wooden cake board (page 208) 30cm (12-inch) round wooden cake board (page 208) 25cm (10-inch) round wooden cake board (page 208) 20cm (8-inch) round wooden cake board (page 208) 15cm (6-inch) round wooden cake board (page 208) smoothing tools quilting tool tape measure embossed rolling pin plastic ruler pizza cutter small […]

Serve this delectable pudding hot or warm, with cream, ice-cream or custard.

To get the best-shaped blocks, refrigerate or partly freeze the cake, then cut the cake into neat cubes. Note

Sweetened with maple syrup and served with whipped maple butter, this moist date loaf is the perfect afternoon tea cake.

They say good things come in small packages, and these mini versions of the full-size favourite are proof.

The kids will love these fun domino cakes decorated with licorice strips and M&Ms. Get the party goers to build their own real domino chain to topple at the end of the party.

EQUIPMENT 20cm (8-inch) square cake board We’ve use a mixture of lollies to turn this into a rubbish bin. To make this a recycle bin, use a variety of milk bottles. Save any licourice off-cuts for another use. Note

Cherry Ripe is a chocolate bar filled with coconut and glacé cherries. Use a good quality ice-cream actual varieties of ice-cream differ from manufacturer to manufacturer depending on the quantities of air and fat incorporated into the mixture. Almonds coated in a toffee mixture are called vienna almonds, scorched almonds can be used instead. Note

Put the kettle on and enjoy a thick buttered slice of this lovely spiced carrot cake.

Use white Candy Melts in place of chocolate Melts for an extra-white finish. Note

These chocolate and sultana crackles are one way to sneak a little bit of fruit and fibre into unsuspecting kids at a party. Happily, they're so delicious you're bound to get away with it.

Chocolate ice-cream celebration cake

Chocolate meringue kisses, egg recipe, brought to you by Australian Women's Weekly

We used watermelon, mandarins, kiwifruit, mango and strawberries. Use any combination you like. Note

These tartlets are delicious served with hot espresso.

Other dried fruit may be used in place of glace cherries if liked. Note

Fill your house with the irresistible scent of apple and cinnamon with these divine little loaves.

The strudel is a classic German sweet pastry dish. We've been a little creative here and instead of using apples, we've used peaches and nectarines. You'll love the result.

Equipment: 30cm x 40cm rectangular cake board You can also use raspberry and vanilla marshmallows, halved crossways, or a variety of chocolate buttons to decorate the balloon. If using butter cream instead of the strawberry frosting, you will need one quantity of butter cream which ­ you can tint pink or leave plain. Note

You need an 80cm length of 50mm diameter PVC pipe, cut into 10cm lengths. ask the hardware store to do this for you, or use a hacksaw. This recipe will also fit into a 24cm springform tin. In this case, use a plain chocolate biscuit base. Note

Like a cocktail in a glass, this piña colada mousse is the perfect dessert to top off a special dinner party. You can leave the rum out if you like.

Celebrate eight with this gorgeous yellow birthday cake decorated with edible orange flowers.

One bite of these delicious mini chocolate tarts and your guests will be begging for the recipe. The orange flavoured liqueur adds the perfect touch of sophistication. Grand Marnier or Cointreau will work beautifully.

Soufflés must be made just before serving. Note

You can't go past a moist chocolate cake topped with chocolate fudge icing.

This exciting and gorgeous dessert perfectly balances its flavours; a hint of tart mixed with smooth creaminess.

candied citrus Combine sugar and the water in a large frying pan. Stir over low heat, without boiling, until sugar dissolves; add orange and lime slices. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes, turning slices occasionally. Remove from heat; cool slices on a wire rack. filling Beat ingredients in a […]

Broderie anglaise, French for `English embroidery', is characterised by cutwork, lace and small eyelet patterns, just like we've used in this cake.

We used a sauternes-style dessert wine for this recipe. We used a 5cm (2-inch) fluted round cutter. You could also use a 5cm (2-inch) fluted square cutter or a fluted pastry cutter wheel to cut squares from pastry. Note

This cute birthday cake is perfect for a little girl or boy who are excited about turning nine!

Use lightly oiled scissors to cut turkish delight. You will need about 35 sugar flowers per cake pop. Use white Candy Melts in place of chocolate Melts for an extra-white finish Note

A classic tea cake topped with fresh cherries and cherry syrup, this dish makes a delectable, finger-licking afternoon tea treat. Use a mix of red and white cherries if both are in season

Finely grate the rind from the lemon for the butter cream before juicing it for the pies. Don’t overcook the whoopee pies, they should feel a little soft while they’re hot. They will become firm on cooling. Note

This recipe is an updated version of an old favourite cake dating back to the 1960s. Store in the fridge, well-sealed, then cut while it’s cold: it soon comes to room temperature. Note

Rich, indulgent and utterly delicious, this chocolate fudge cake deserves to be shared among good friends.

Try this cheat's version of a Kiwi favourite.