Pear dessert recipes

Gary Rhodes's traditional fruit and nut pudding can be oven baked in an hour for a warming family treat

Combine two classic sweets – poached pears and a fruit pie – to make this stunning dessert with a decorative top to impress your dinner guests

This make ahead dessert of pear liqueur-soaked sponge pudding with tender poached pears and a dollop of Chantilly cream is ideal for an autumn dinner party

This easy and comforting pud is the perfect way to round off a family lunch

Want a treat to keep for yourself? This gooey and spicy vegetarian pudding will hit the spot

A good recipe for chocolate sauce is invaluable. Put everything out on the table and let everyone help themselves

A comforting and seasonal pudding for autumn, perfect with a spot of vanilla ice cream

With a hint of spice and little pockets of mincemeat, this is a lovely post-Christmas cake, great with warm custard

Give a classic fruit pie a fresh spin with an oat and almond filling

Try infusing pears with the taste of saffron to make a unique and tasty pudding

Serve up this creamy vegan rice pudding, made with almond milk for extra nuttiness, with a no-added-sugar compote for a healthier alternative to jam

For a perfect squidgy centre this brownie-like chocolate cake should still have a little wobble when you take it out of the oven

This super-quick pud is a crowd-pleaser - and is easily dressed up for grown-ups with a splash of amaretto

Individual fruity puddings with a twist - try mixing chopped nuts with your crumble topping for extra crunch

These dinky pavlovas look fantastic and are popular with all the family – and they're great to prepare ahead if you're short of time

These cute and festive pies make a good warm dessert or a tangy alternative to mince pies

Never heard of a scrumble? Half scone, half crumble this freezable fruity pud is perfect to serve with Sunday lunch

Celebrate autumn with a comforting pear and blackberry crumble. A crunchy oat and nut topping and bay-infused custard make for a stunning dessert

We've combined your cheese and dessert courses into one delicious, stunning tart - and believe us, the sweet peaches, the cream and punchy cheese works a treat.

You won't need an excuse to indulge in this updated classic, but if you do, remember that fruit contributes to your 5-a-day!

This festive make-ahead pudding is a great way to use up leftover port (or red wine)

Prepare ahead and freeze this rich filo pastry pud, then cook from frozen for the perfect fuss-free seasonal dessert

Try a low fat version of this family favourite. Filo pastry is light and crispy, and bulk out the filling with pears

Combine two classic Boxing Day desserts to make this stunning pear and almond pavlova trifle