Sweet tart recipes

A slice of showstopping Easter chocolate tart is the perfect way to finish a meal. This simple chocolate egg filled dessert is easier than you think

Make a showstopper dessert for a picnic or dinner party using fresh strawberries. They team so well with the shortbread base, basil and creamy custard centre

Take pineapple, coconut and rum flavours from a classic cocktail into a stunning summer dessert with this piña colada tart with maraschino cherries on top

A pure, unadulterated chocolate hit, made extra-special with crunchy hazelnut praline

Rich, buttery hazelnut pastry, luscious strawberries and cream filling and a toffee sauce dribbled over - what's not to like?

A fresh, fruity and creamy dessert

Prepare in advance for the perfect end to any meal

Delicious served hot or cold, this tart uses filo pastry to keep the calories down

James Martin gives the traditional treacle tart a Christmassy twist

Layer up two types of chocolate ganache on a biscuit base to make a stunning marbled tart - perfect as a dinner party dessert

This make-ahead tart is the ultimate finale for a festive buffet - just make sure you have enough as guests may well want seconds

Mary Cadogan shows us how to make a classic French crème pâtissière – the perfect filling for these lovely summer fruit tartlets

Take frangipane to another level with the distinctive taste - and colour - of pistachios that match well with sweet apricots in a truly crowd-pleasing tart

A dazzling dessert with bourbon biscuit base, caramel layer, creamy coconut topping and banana toffee

Crisp, sweet pastry with a creamy filling and a crunch of honeycomb, this luxurious tart is sure to bring some Christmas cheer and will get guests talking!

This tasty tart is the perfect summer dessert for a crowd

Elegant Jaffa-flavoured tarts that the whole family will want to indulge in

Make a sweet heart for your sweetheart - it doesn't matter if it's Valentine's Day or not

These mini bakewell bites combine pastry and cake are designed for making in batches and cooking from frozen

An elegant autumn dessert that's easy to prepare as the pastry case does not need to be pre-baked

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.

This open fruit tart looks and tastes fantastic for very little effort – frangipane flavours complement sugar plums

Lace this classic banana and toffee pie with a little dark rum. Top with whipped cream and chocolate