Sponge pudding recipes

A syrupy basin pudding with a moist sponge and sticky sauce – a Great British tradition with retro charm

Being short of time needn't stop you making your own pudding. This microwave-friendly sponge is ready in 10 minutes and can easily be a chocolate pud too

Cherry and almond is a heavenly combination. This fruity dessert has a sponge top and crunchy finish. Serve with plenty of custard

A gooey prepare-ahead dessert that's perfect for entertaining - it's all a matter of timing...

This jam roly-poly is simple to make, comforting and sure to bring back memories of traditional school dinners

Transform a classic lemon drizzle cake into a self-saucing pud for a cheap, comforting dessert. Serve with cream or custard

Try a fruity version of the classic sticky toffee pudding for a rich after-dinner treat. Serve with cream, custard or vanilla ice cream

Bake a simple and satisfying family pudding using our easy jam sponge recipe – it only needs a handful of ingredients and 30 minutes to make

Angela's pud has half the fat of the classic recipe, but all the flavour, with a layer of seasonal fruit

This steamed sponge basin pudding drizzled with fruit sauce and chunky rhubarb will feed a crowd in fine fashion

MasterChef finalist Tim Kinnaird's boozy pud is one Christmas treat that's just for the adults

This intense chocolate orange sponge bake with thick sauce is about as indulgent as a good pudding gets

We know how you love hot treacle sponge and sticky ginger cake, so this gorgeous pud is sure to become a favourite

Steam a traditional fruity sponge pudding with suet, citrus zest and currants then serve in thick slices with hot custard

This pud will be a hit with all the family, and it only takes 20 minutes to make

These individual desserts are deliciously naughty, so make plenty or you might have a fight on your hands when it comes to seconds

One of our most requested recipes – puddings don't get any better than this

Angela Nilsen reduces the fat of this schooldays pud with some simple swaps - but it still tastes as good as ever

Finish Sunday lunch with John Torode's indulgent and nostalgic steamed pud

A super-speedy fruit sponge that's cooked in the microwave and ready in just 10 minutes - serve with hot custard or golden syrup

Combine the classic flavours of coconut, pineapple and rum in this retro pudding that comes with a fabulous custard. A perfect winter dining centrepiece

Bake an impressive dinner party dessert with minimum fuss – these chocolate puddings, also known as chocolate fondant or lava cake, have a lovely gooey centre

A simple baked version of this classic childhood pudding, with a zesty treacle sauce forming an irresistible puddle at the bottom

Use lemon, lime or grapefruit in this squidgy baked dessert - a simple and nostalgic family pud