Sponge pudding recipes

Serve these classic make-ahead Greek desserts with a scoop of quick homemade pistachio ice cream

The parsnip makes the pudding extra light and soft – much like a carrot cake. Its earthy sweetness works wonderfully with the glossy caramel sauce

A grand traditional dessert of poached fruit, cake and light meringue peaks - serve hot from the oven

A steamed basin sponge hits the spot every time and uses up half-full jars of marmalade, syrup or jam - serve hot with custard!

James Martin serves his steamed chocolate sponge with whole cherries and a fruity sauce - perfect for a smart dinner party

Sponge pudding gets taken up a level with the addition of delicious baked figs and thyme, resulting in a seriously comforting wintry dessert. Serve warm with cream, ice cream or Greek yogurt

A set pudding is perfect for entertaining - this one has a creamy texture, dotted with fruit sponge and ginger loaf

A twist on the classic Christmas pudding, our cherry version is served with silky dark chocolate, a rich brandy sauce and a dollop of double cream

These little puds look deceptively sweet, but they contain a sponge bursting with berries and the sauce is deliciously tangy

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

These sticky individual cakes are inspired by rum babas- fruity, boozy and delicious. Serve with our stem ginger cream

Dark Chocolate soil is a big restaurant trend at the moment - serve alongside cherries and your melting-middle pud for serious wow factor

Saucy, spiced and seasonal, this easy all in one apple pudding is comfort in a bowl

A classic treat, and impressive to boot, looks beautiful served at a dinner party. By Gary Rhodes

Showstopping individual coffee sponges with hidden mousse, and an Irish cream and white chocolate topping - stunning!

Angela Nilsen transforms the classically indulgent sticky toffee pudding into a good-for-you favourite

Make a large cake using a 600ml mug or halve the mixture to make one small cake instead of two. Enjoy with brandy butter or custard

Indulge in this slow cooker chocolate fondant cake. A cross between a chocolate fondant and self-saucing pud, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

Pair chocolate and marmalade for a dessert made in heaven. The cream – which works with lots of other desserts, too – takes it up another notch

The combination of blueberries and coconut makes this indulgent dessert incredibly moreish

Bake this sticky, moreish bread-and-butter pud using leftover brioche rolls. It's a great way to prevent extra food waste while indulging in a comforting dessert

A delicious classic.