You could replace banana lollies with 1 cup finely chopped dried figs or raisins. Note

White Chocolate and Vanilla Macarons: Makes about 18 White Chocolate Ganache: Makes about 2/3 cup It’s important that macarons farm a crust an the base. If your oven is not fan forced, cook one tray at a time an the bottom shelf. You can make a disposable piping bag from a large plastic snap tack […]

Combine dissolved gelatine and cream cheese mixture at the same temperature to prevent lumps from forming in cheesecake. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Note

Make ahead: Cook slice up to 4 days ahead. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Note

Traditionally made in autumn to coincide with the harvest, this apple custard cake is a delightful marriage between the tartness of apples and the sweetness of custard and cake.

This lemon meringue pie has the more simple biscuit base, rather than the classic pastry. The tart, citrusy filling topped with lightly baked meringue is true to tradition.

To reheat: Boil for 1 hour in a greased pudding basin. Check label to make sure the custard is gluten free. Note

Replace dates with 1/2 cup chopped nuts, such as almonds, hazelnuts or walnuts; price will vary. Note

Lattice Biscuits are no longer being made, but any plain un-iced biscuit can be used.

Celebrate the birth and naming of the newest princess born to the British Royal Family with this delicious chocolatey dessert. A fitting tribute to little Charlotte, we think!

For best results, cook pikelets just before serving. Serve pikelets with sliced banana and maple syrup. Note

When you have extra lemons, freeze juice in ice-cube trays for later use. You’ll need about 4 lemons. Note

Equally delicious hot or cold, these individual baked rice custards take just a few minutes to put together and are the perfect way to use up leftover rice.

3 medium mashed bananas equals 1 1/2 cups. Note

Make sure butter is well creamed before adding sugar. This incorporates air and makes for a lighter cake. Use unsalted butter at room temperature, if preferred. For a richer cake, use 185 grams unsalted butter, 3 eggs and reduce milk to 1/4 cup. Continue as directed. Note

There is little sugar in the dumplings as the sauce is very sweet. Note

Other canned fruit of choice may be used, such as peaches or cherries. Note

No carrot cake is complete without walnuts and cream cheese frosting and this one is no different.

Run out of time to make a proper Christmas pudding? You can still have a tasty treat on your festive table with this last-minute recipe thanks to Julie Goodwin.

Juicy and delicious tropical fruit with rosewater syrup. You can use pineapple or even watermelon instead of the papaya if you prefer. You could also use 4 cardamom pods and a cinnamon quill instead of the rosewater.

Un-iced cake suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Just because you don't eat gluten doesn't mean you have to miss out on Christmas treats - try this delicious glace fruit cake.

This gorgeous macadamia filo tart is topped with sweet pineapple. Enjoy it warm or cool with a dollop of ice-cream for an indulgent dessert.

Is there anything better than a scrumptious chocolate cheesecake covered in fresh berries? The same cheesecake with no baking required is definitely one step better.

Kids will love these fun spotty chocolate cakes, ideal for a party.

This divine adult's-only mousse combines the perfectly paired flavours of creamy chocolate and rich liqueur to create this utterly indulgent weekend dessert.

These gorgeous cupcakes by Woman's Day are exquisitely delicate and absolutely perfect for a fairy themed birthday party or even an afternoon tea. Serve them on your daintiest china.

Don’t worry that the mixture separates during cooking. It forms natural layers to give the impression of a pie crust. Note

You can never have too many Maltesers. And these cupcakes are loaded with them. Sprinkle some over the top for an extra malty chocolatey crunch.

Crush biscuits in a food processor, or in a plastic bag using a rolling pin. It is imperative to beat the softened cream cheese well, to ensure a smooth end result. Gelatine and cream-cheese mixture should be combined when they are at a similar temperature, to prevent lumps forming. Note

Remember to discard any rhubarb leaves. Apple, pear or pineapple would also be delicious in this cake. Note

Tina's sponge cake

This prize-winning sponge cake is featherlight and has the perfect texture for a classic sponge. Best served with lashings of whipped cream and the jam of your choice.

Sieve the dry ingredients through at least three or more times. It’s best if to use eggs that are a couple of days old to make this sponge cake. Use eggs that are at room temperature. Note

Fluffy sponge cake topped with all the indulgent joys of strawberries and cream. This one's bound to be a huge hit with the kids.

Janet's sponge cake

Switch out maple syrup for our chocolate butter for a creative, delicious topping for your pancakes.

Creamy parfait and the zesty salad come together to showcase an iconic flavour pairing of the culinary world - chocolate and orange.

You'll have most of the ingredients for this simple yet scrumptious dessert in your fridge or pantry using in-season​ pears.

If you prefer, add 1 cup grated carrot to the mixture in place of 1 banana. Note

You'll only need a sliver of a slice of this decadent and delicious banana cream pie created by the team at Woman's Day. That way, because it's just a sliver, you can have another.

Use the back of a floured spoon to press base dough evenly into prepared pan. Note

Some traditional clafoutis recipes call for non-pitted cherries; they are said to release a subtle flavour. Women's Weekly hate to disappoint your dentist, but suggest you use the pitted kind.

These choc-chip cupcakes by Women's Day are everything you could possibly want in such a treat. They're light, fluffy, sweetly studded with white and milk chocolate, and delicious.

You will need about 3 medium bananas for this recipe. Note

If you like, make an icing by combining 2 cups icing sugar sifted with 2 tablespoons cocoa. Mix in 30g chopped butter and 1-2 tablespoons hot water. Stir until smooth. Note

Chocolate mud cake is possibly the most popular choice of cake, and for good reason. It's quite delicious! Use the best-quality chocolate you can afford for this version.

For ease, try using cooking oil spray to grease ramekins. You can add 1/4 cup chopped pecans to the mixture in step 3, if you like. Note

Strawberries, kiwifruit and banana can also be used to top a pavalova Note

The supremely clever culinary folk over at Woman's Day have created the most delicious Eton mess. We're lucky they left enough for us to complete the shoot. It didn't last very long!

Add some extra chopped walnuts or pecans to cake mixture if desired – but remember this will increase the fat content. Light evaporated milk, thickened with cornflour, can be substituted for cream in many dishes, sweet and savoury. Note

Madeira cake was named after the beverage with which it was traditionally enjoyed back in the 18th century and are loathe to mess with tradition. So, bottoms up!

Improve on perfection with the addition of tasty roasted hazelnuts to this fluffy, sugary meringue. Top with cream and fruit to create a beautiful pavlova for dessert.

A candy/sugar thermometer will reach 160°C when the syrup is ready. Note

Handling frozen pastry is easier if you let it just partially thaw. Tarts can be dusted with a little nutmeg before the final baking, or with icing sugar before serving. Accompany with cream if liked. Note

These sweet quince and rosewater tarts are absolutely beautiful enjoyed with a mug of hot tea for an indulgent afternoon or morning tea.

The slightly astringent flavour of quince is softened during the slow-poaching, drawing out its richness. The fruit is soft and syrup drenched and delicious served with crisp, sweet filo fingers.

This “cake” is both fat free and gluten free. A V-slicer or mandoline will make short work of slicing the apples thinly. Note

Sweet, rich and utterly decadent, these gorgeous desserts are packed full of fresh dates and are beautiful enjoyed warm with a dollop of fresh cream or ice-cream.

Slathered with thick and sweet caramel icing, this slice rich and delicious afternoon treat to be savoured slowly.

To make chocolate curls, melt 1 cup white chocolate melts. Cut out several 8 x 10cm squares of baking paper. Spread or pipe (in a lacy pattern) a thin layer of chocolate onto paper in an oval shape. Fold over and carefully press tips of chocolate together to create a hollow loop. Support loops on […]

You can top with sliced strawberries or any other fruit of your choice. Makes 8 Note

Allowing the cheesecake to cool in a turned-off oven helps prevent cracking. Note

You’ll need 1 1/2 packets of biscuits for the base. The filling will keep cooking after the oven is turned off, so it should be just set in the centre, with a slight wobble. Note

Drizzled with sweet, lemony icing, this gluten-free cake is moist and delicious. It's also incredibly versatile; check out the tips section for the nut-free version.

Beautifully retro and irresistibly delicious, the folk at Woman's Day would like to re-introduce you to the brandy snap. Eat immediately to preserve the crispness, you say? If we must.

Warming, comforting and oh-so-simple, make bread and butter pudding a staple dessert in your house this winter.

Pie apple is available in cans or jars. Or use 1 peeled cored and chopped green apple instead. Note

Makes 4 When mangoes are no longer in season, you can make these tarts with other fruits including apple, pear, fig, peach, apricot and nectarines. Note

Zucchini can be replaced with mashed banana if preferred. Note

Individual apple and raspberry crumbles are a tartly delicious winter dessert, best served with lashings of cream or ice-cream.

This moreish slice is perfect for morning tea with a hot cuppa or as a delicious treat for the kids after school. They'll gobble it up!

Who can resist a slice of rich, dense chocolate fudge cake? Serve with a dollop of fresh cream.