Summer dessert recipes

This quintessentially British pud, packed with juicy summer berries, is so much easier than it looks, perfect for beginners

Let the flavour of seasonal strawberries shine in this pretty cake. It makes showstopping summertime dessert when strawberries are sweet and plentiful

Enjoy these blackberry and almond cake slices for afternoon tea, or as dessert served with vanilla ice cream. They're made with fresh blackberries and jam

Try this simple yet impressive-looking dessert next time you have a barbecue. The dates caramelise when cooked, contrasting beautifully with ice cream

Whip up this easy, no-bake cheesecake for Biscoff fans. You can prep ahead and keep it chilled, so there's more time to spend with guests

Few desserts say summer like Eton mess. Crunchy meringue, whipped cream and strawberry sauce is a winning combination, best served al fresco

Try this Japanese-style cheesecake with its signature fluffy and jiggly texture. Decorate with berries and mint leaves to serve

Make this showstopping cheesecake for summer entertaining. Top with strawberries or a mix of fresh berries, plus a drizzle of chocolate for extra indulgence

Treat dinner guests to a crowdpleasing no-bake dessert using just six ingredients, including Oreo cookies

Treat guests to this plant-based trifle, with layers of sponge, compote, custard and dairy-free cream. It's a great dessert for a celebration

Wow family and friends with a stunning strawberry tart. A lovely centrepiece dessert for summer dining, it's made with homemade pastry and crème pâtissière

Enjoy a traditional Filipino dessert that translates as 'mix-mix'. It's a colourful and refreshing medley of flavours and textures, ideal for hot days

Bake a creamy cheesecake topped with soft, sweet peaches and crispy streusel – a luscious dessert to round off a summer meal

Try making this summer berry mousse as a dessert, topped with whipped cream, or use it as a filling for a light sponge layer cake

Bake our easy fruit pie for a summer dessert. The pastry needs time to rest but you can prep everything a day ahead if entertaining

Evoke summer with the vibrant colour and tropical flavours of this fruity tart. Serve as is with a dusting of icing sugar or with extra fruit and mint leaves

Transform creamy, comforting rice pudding into a simple ice cream, gently spiced with nutmeg. Make ahead and it will freeze for up to three months

Impress friends and family with a pretty marbled raspberry cake – enjoy with syrupy, rose-macerated raspberries and crème fraîche

Make for kids and big kids, too! These banana lollies with chocolate, hundreds and thousands and strawberries are great for a party or after-school treat

Celebrate strawberry season with these moreish crumble buns. These eye-catching desserts are perfect for summer and make an impressive sweet treat

Be sure to leave this pretty peach pie with latticed pastry topping to cool for an hour after baking – this step is essential to ensure a good texture

Got a glut of blackberries? Whether homegrown, foraged or shop-bought, you must try this blackberry twist on a classic British dessert, crowned with meringue

Try this easy terrine for dessert, layered with ice cream, dark chocolate and marbled with a zingy raspberry purée. Prepare it ahead to wow your guests