James Moffatt
From the our best-ever ginger sponge cake to wonderfully moist puddings, slices and gorgeous crumbles, these ginger dessert recipes are our go-to treats for festive feelings year-round. Let’s get baking!
Women’s Weekly Vintage Edition: Ginger coconut slice
A classic recipe.
Gingerbread house cookies
The easiest way to make gingerbread houses.
Cumquat ginger marmalade
Why should oranges have all marmalade fun? Mix up your toast toppings with this cumquat version instead. It uses ginger to add a hint of spice and aroma to the sweetness.
Hummingbird cakes
Moist tropical cakes.
Brandy snaps
Classicly delicious.
Ginger zinger
Ginger and mint are a classic combo. Pair them with honey and soda water for a sensational drink.
Ginger and lemon slice
This nostalgic ginger and lemon slice is one we still turn to for morning tea. It evokes treasured childhood memories and tastes just as delicious as you remember.
Blueberry ginger scones
Added sweet bursts of blueberry and delicately flavoured with ginger for a gorgeous twist on the classic scone.
Gingerbread
Run as fast as you can…
Gingernuts
These cookies, basking in the warm glow of spices like ginger and cinnamon, are the quintessential tea-time treat.
Ginger and sesame seed logs
Healthy snacking doesn’t have to be boring! Try these tasty ginger and sesame seed logs – wholesome, good-for-you treats!
Ginger, coconut and almond slice
Ginger slice lovers rejoice! This delicious vegan friendly slice is layered with creamy coconut and topped roasted flake almonds and crystallized ginger.
Little ginger cakes with lemon drizzle
A little bit sweet and a little bit tart, these delicious spiced ginger and apple cakes are perfect for Christmas time. Serve them in place of pudding after the big meal if you like.
Ginger, pear and pistachio crumbles
No need to feel guilty about having dessert! This delicious pear and nut crumble can be adapted for vegan and paleo diets.
Maple gingerbread muffins with kumara butter
Full of delicious wholesome ingredients, these sweet and tasty maple gingerbread muffins are free of dairy and refined sugar. Served with a divine kumara butter, they make a healthy alternative for your morning or afternoon tea!
Women’s Weekly Vintage Edition: Ginger sponge
If you’re looking for something a little different to serve up for afternoon tea, you can’t go past this ginger sponge. It’s like a lighter, fluffier gingerbread, oozing with cream… Yum!
Ginger cheesecake with fresh mango
This ginger cheesecake tastes as absolutely delectable as it looks with fresh slices of juicy mango adorning the top.
Lemon curd tarts with milk crumbs and ginger
A kick of ginger adds a spicy note to a favourite lemon and meringue combination.
Spiced ginger puddings with vanilla custard
You can freeze a pudding and some custard together in single-serve containers. They reheat well from frozen, although the custard will need a stir to make it smooth again.
Date and ginger cake with caramel sauce
Dates make this cake super moist and full of flavour without being heavy.
Ginger and pistachio slice
Serve this slice with coffee after your main, or save for morning tea.
Macadamia and ginger fingers
These macadamia and ginger fingers make a lovely gluten-free alternative to cakes and biscuits for morning or afternoon tea. Enjoy as part of your ‘elevenses’ routine, or treat the kids for their afternoon snack.
Triple-ginger loaf
Pleating the foil allows the cake to expand as it cooks. Use a piece of foil slightly larger than the pan. Fold the foil to create a pleat down the centre. We used a loaf pan with a capacity of 3 litres (12 cups). The uniced cake can be made a day ahead; store in […]
White chocolate, lime and ginger mousse tarts
These sweet little bites are a hint of zesty and a touch of creamy; a crowd pleaser and a joy to make.
Burnt caramel and ginger steamed pudding with calvados custard
Ginger and caramel go together beautifully in this ultimate winter dessert, especially when teamed with decadent calvados custard.
Nashi, walnut and ginger strudel
With the added texture of walnuts and sesame seeds, this delectable pear and ginger strudel makes a most satisfying dessert.
Toffee date and ginger puddings
Pecans can be used in place of the walnuts, if you prefer. Be careful when measuring the bicarb Âany extra, and you will taste its distinct, bitter flavour in the pudding. Note
Lemon ginger-spice whoopie pies
You can use bought lemon curd or lemon butter in this recipe or make your own. To make lemon curd, whisk 2 egg yolks and ¼ cup caster (superfine) sugar in small heatproof bowl until pale and thickened. Whisk in 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind and 2 tablespoons lemon juice, stir over small saucepan […]
Caramelised pear and gingerbread slice
We found the brown-skinned beurre bosc pears worked best for this recipe. Note
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