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Passionfruit sponge cake

Passionfruit sponge cake

A beautifully light and fluffy sponge paired with a gorgeously tart-yet-sweet passionfruit cream, this passionfruit sponge cake is the perfect sweet treat to finish up any meal. Looking for other sweet treats for your next gathering? See 10 of or very best lemon tart recipes for citrus lovers, or if you’re after something chocolatey, try […]
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Sponge-topped pudding

Sponge-topped plum pudding

Light, fluffy, fruity - this sponge-topped plum pudding recipe is a real winner when you want to indulge in a comforting dessert. Serve hot with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a true treat
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Vanilla custard and burnt-toffee tart

Vanilla custard and burnt-toffee tart

This crème brûlée-inspired tart is the ultimate in sweet decadence, with its crunchy burnt-toffee topping and oozy vanilla custard filling. Serve chilled or just-caramelised for a satisfying crack and silky inner.
Date and lemon slice

Date and lemon slice

A beautiful date slice topped with a silky lemon icing - the ideal date and lemon slice recipe
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Pineapple and orange loaf

Pineapple and orange loaf

Bursting with tropical flavours, this pineapple and orange loaf is one to try! The addition of the cream cheese icing brings a lovely sweetness to this recipe. Looking for other baking ideas? We love this simple apple loaf cake, and the crumble topping on this carrot cake loaf is one to try. Squeeze excess liquid […]
Chocolate self-saucing pudding

Chocolate self-saucing pudding

Rich, moist and irresistible, this glorious chocolate pudding produces it's own heavenly sauce when baked. Serve with a dollop of thick cream for an absolutely heavenly dessert.
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Moist carrot cake loaf with crumble topping

Moist carrot cake loaf with crumble topping

Nici Wickes' carrot cake loaf recipe is moist, delicious and it’s a real keeper. The crumble topping is novel and makes a change from the usual cream cheese icing. Serve in thick slices for an irresistible treat
Louise slice with lemon curd and coconut

Louise slice with lemon curd and coconut

A Kiwi classic gets a zesty, citrusy twist with this Louise slice recipe. Traditional jam is swapped with lush lemon curd to create a tangy, seriously delicious afternoon tea treat. It's a must-try!
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chocolate and caramel self-saucing puddings

Chocolate and caramel self-saucing puddings

These decadent self-saucing puddings are complete with an oozy melted chocolate centre. Serve drizzled with a rich caramel sauce and a dollop of vanilla ice-cream for the ultimate weekend dessert.
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Chocolate Volcano Puddings

Warm desserts for chilly nights

Nothing says comfort food like freshly baked apple pie, a sticky date pudding or a simple crumble. So beat the cold, get cosy and enjoy these winter warmers on those long, chilly nights.
Feijoa and custard crumble tart

Feijoa and custard crumble tart

This feijoa crumble recipe has layers of delicious sweet pastry, feijoas, custard and crumble that combine to make an irresistible slice - perfect for an afternoon treat with a cup of tea!
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Passionfruit curd teacake

Passionfruit curd teacake

This fluffy teacake is beautifully moist from the homemade passionfruit curd swirled through. Enjoy a big slice with a cuppa for morning or afternoon tea.
lemon and passionfruit slice

Lemon and passionfruit slice

Fresh passionfruit is expesnive right now! Can I use tinned or frozen passionfruit You can! Be mindful of any added sugars in tinned passionfruit, so taste as you go. Frozen passionfruit doesn’t have added sugars so would be a good alternative. Can I make a day ahead? This keeps well so absolutely – chill time […]
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Banana and coffee cake with caramel sauce

Banana and coffee cake with caramel sauce

This moreish banana and coffee cake is a heavenly treat for dessert, especially when drizzled with our indulgent caramel sauce. Bananas create a gorgeous texture, and the hit of coffee adds a lovely rich flavour.
Gooey, chewy lemon and honey slice

Gooey, chewy lemon and honey slice

This lemon slice recipe is so deliciously chewy and using honey and fresh grated ginger in the topping gives it an amazing flavour. Perfect for winter days!
Vegan chocolate cake

Vegan chocolate cake

This decadent and perfectly moist vegan chocolate cake by Nici Wickes with creamy and rich chocolate icing will definitely have friends and family coming back for more!
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No-bake caramel and cream cheese cheesecake

No-bake caramel and cream cheese cheesecake

Dessert doesn't get much easier than this! This no-bake cheesecake recipe features a buttery biscuit base, creamy filling and caramel swirl topping. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream on top of a slice for a truly indulgent treat.
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Malteser slice

Malteser slice

Chocolate lovers unite with this heavenly, decadent Malteser slice! Rich, sweet and delicious - this divine slice is sure to have you running back for more!
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Christmas pavlova roll

Pavlova roll with marinated berries & spiced cream

Everyone loves a classic pav at Christmas, but try rolling yours into a luscious log for a delicious update. This billowy confection of meringue wrapped around a centre of sweet berries and spiced cream will cause a sensation when it arrives at the table.
Close-up of Cornflake crack

Cornflake crack

Have you tried our cornflake crack yet? If not, you’re really missing out! It’s a thin and crispy sweet treat that is quick and easy to make, and satisfies even the pickiest of eaters – win, win and win!
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Salted caramel Jatz, one has been bitten

Salted caramel Jatz

These salted caramel Jatz are a great sweet fix to satisfy your cravings, a pretty little addition to decorate your table setting or a fun way to keep the kids happy. They’re even so easy to make that the little ones could do it themselves (with some supervision around the oven, of course). We find: […]
Three rows of Pavlova rocky road stacked

Pavlova rocky road

This pavlova rocky road recipe is quick, easy and can be manipulated to suit any need or preference. For example, if you’re not all about the white chocolate base, feel free to swap it for a milk or dark chocolate instead. Not so keen on the almonds? We love walnuts, pecans or macadamias as well. […]
Three chocolate trees

Chocolate trees

These festive chocolate trees are ultra easy, take no more than 45 minutes to make and will have your Christmas guests in awe at your kitchen skills (don’t tell them they’re this easy to make). You can have some fun with them too, by changing up you ingredients to cater to different taste buds. Consider […]
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Chocolate reindeer pops

Chocolate reindeer pops

These chocolate reindeer pops are super fun, super easy and super delicious! Get the kids involved this Christmas – we’re sure they’ll have just as much fun making them as they will eating them. We find: These are best stored in a single layer, interleaved with baking paper in an airtight container. If the weather […]
Berrylicious tarts

Berrylicious tarts

With seasonal berries as good as this, it’s ridiculously easy to make spectacular desserts. These creamy tarts topped with sweet and tart berries will delight you, and the subtle kick of pepper in the crust goes beautifully with the fruit!
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Pavlova ice cream

Pavlova ice cream

This pavlova ice cream recipe is about as good as it gets. Vanilla ice cream with crunchy meringue, passionfruit pulp, raspberries and marshmallows – we know what’s going to be on our Christmas table! This recipe is a great way to use up odds and ends of your Christmas leftovers. Instead of marshmallows, try chopped […]
Choc-caramel peanut slice

Choc-caramel peanut slice

Nothing beats the classic choc-caramel slice! Sweet, decadent and the perfect treat for morning or afternoon tea!
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Puff pastry

Puff pastry

The taste and texture of freshly made puff pastry make the process worth the effort.
Hummingjack cake

Hummingjack cake

A simply delicious cake packed with banana, pineapple and topped with shredded coconut
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chocolate coconut hedgehog slice

Chocolate coconut hedgehog slice

A classic kiwi treat, this chocolate coconut hedgehog slice is such a crowd-pleaser. With only 5 ingredients, this is so quick to make – great to have on hand for morning and afternoon teas with a cuppa, or a lovely wee school lunchbox treat! Looking for other slice recipes? Try our lovely lemon slice recipes […]
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Mini apple tarte tatins

Mini apple tarte tatins

Perfectly portioned and bursting with flavour, these mini apple tarte tatins are sure to impress as a dessert or afternoon snack
Tropical eton mess with mango and passionfruit

Tropical eton mess

Indulge in a taste of the tropics with this delicious eton mess all topped with fresh mango slices and tangy passionfruit.
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Feijoa and apple hazelnut ginger crumble

Feijoa and apple hazelnut ginger crumble

We never tire of a decent crumble and they’re the easiest dessert to make! Nici's feijoa and apple hazelnut ginger crumble is the perfect dessert to enjoy warm with cream, yoghurt or ice cream.
Plum crumbles

Plum crumbles

Starring sweet, seasonal fruit and coconut, these crunchy baked crumbles turn out as comforting winter warmers. Or try them with custard as a substitute for traditional festive season pudding.
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Old-fashioned ginger bread

Gingerbread Loaf

When time is limited, make your baking work for you. These recipes will take you from afternoon tea to dessert!
Melt & mix whole orange cake

Melt & mix whole orange cake

A yummy cake using new season oranges with a zesty citrus icing. You can easily make this cake ahead and keep in the freezer for any occasion
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Easter egg cupcakes

Easter egg cupcakes

Sweet, chocolatey and oh-so-moist, these little Easter egg cupcakes are almost too cute to eat! Until you take one bite, because no one will be able to resist the secret treat that's hiding in the middle...
Easter egg cake pops

Easter egg cake pops

Brighten up the family Easter celebration and engage the kids with these zesty, creative lollipop-style cakes. Lollipop cake toppers also brighten up any Easter cake!
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Raspberry, hazelnut and chocolate tart

Raspberry, hazelnut and chocolate tart

This decadent tart combines a silky chocolate topping with the sweet tang of raspberries and crispy hazelnut base. Give it a go for your next get-together and you'll be the star of the show!
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Christmas Eton mess

Christmas Eton mess

This is an easy dessert to put together using up any leftover Christmas cake or pudding, fresh fruit that’s ready to be eaten and meringues. Plus, it’s super-yum!
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Tatua blueberry & nut tiramisu

Tatua blueberry & nut tiramisu

This decadent blueberry tiramisu is perfect for the whole family, as it doesn't contain caffeine. It’s a show-stopping dessert that you can make ahead of time. Caramelising the nuts adds texture and ultra deliciousness
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Sweet nectarine olive oil cake

Sweet nectarine olive oil cake

The sweetness of the fruit and the savoury richness of extra virgin olive oil make this the most wonderful summer cake. It's great served warm for dessert or with a cuppa.
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Chocolate raspberry custard cake

Chocolate raspberry custard cake

This moreish chocolate raspberry custard cake is like magic with its layer of custard and spongy fruity top. Serve with freshly whipped cream for a decadent dessert everyone will love!
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Lemon sour cream cake

Lemon sour cream cake

With the sour cream adding a beautiful denseness, and the lemon icing adding a divine zestiness, this simple lemon sour cream cake is packed with indulgent flavours.
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Pumpkin maple cheesecake

Pumpkin maple cheesecake

This is a perfect dessert when pumpkins are plentiful. With a deliciously crunchy biscuit base and silky smooth filling, it's a wonderful example of just how well pumpkin can transcend the boundary between sweet and savoury.
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Skillet apple bread pudding

Skillet apple bread pudding for two

This pudding has got to go down as one of the tastiest things you can make in a skillet. Apples and raisins are paired with the subtle spices of cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg, making a warming dessert for two that can be whipped up in no time.