20 summer desserts that make the most of the season’s surplus of fruit

A rustic Italian tart, or crostata, is the perfect vehicle for plums – and their combination with warm, juicy strawberries is just divine! Try this gluten-free version for a luscious dessert.

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.

This tart is just divine and works with pretty much any variety of plum. It’s not too sweet, so you will find that even people who claim not to have a sweet tooth will love it!

Freshen up your summer with this incredible blueberry ice cream – an indulgent treat that cheesecake lovers will adore!

Nici Wickes’ pairs golden caramelised nectarines with homemade yoghurt curd in this beautifully simple recipe. Roasting stone fruit until it’s slightly singed in places is a gorgeous way to eat it

Refreshing watermelon, lime and berry cheesecake jars make the ultimate dessert this summer!

This delicious tart recipe is the perfect example of why cherry and chocolate are a winning flavour combo. Serve this decadent tart at your next sweet occasion and prepare to impress

Strawberries and pistachios are great friends, and this deliciously moist cake is a fantastic way to highlight the duo. The gluten-free delight is also high in protein, so it makes a dessert that is as filling as it is tasty!

Mango and coconut are the quintessential flavours of summer. These ice-blocks will be a summer hit for all ages to cool down in the sun.

Consider yourself a chocoholic? Then this sweet, rich, and delightfully indulgent chocolate and cherry ripple ice-cream is right up your alley! The ultimate sweet summer treat.

Slightly cheese-cakey, this Nici Wickes tart is a fantastic gluten-free dessert for the summer. Top it with fresh seasonal fruit and that divine ginger syrup!

Is there anything more delicious than homemade ice cream? This recipe is delightfully creamy, and makes the perfect after-dinner treat when paired with the crunch of our cinnamon oat crumble.

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!

Put a refreshing spin on everyone’s favourite cocktail with this piña colada pops recipe! Perfect for enjoying on a hot day, these frozen treats hit the spot every time.

Combine plum pureé, homemade custard and mascarpone cream and you get this magical gelato, which makes a silky, fruity and luxurious treat. Could there be a more delicious way to cool down when the days start to get warmer?

Not only does this upside-down cake look beautiful, it’s also incredibly tasty and unbelievably moist. The mascarpone layer and topping of strawberry and rhubarb makes this an irresistible dessert!

These little nectarine and Pimms picnic jelly jars are so much fun to make, and even more fun to eat! Chill in small jars so they are easy to transport, and enjoy for a delightful boozy dessert.

Cut yourself a piece of this gorgeous blueberry and almond cake for morning tea or dessert. It’s beautifully moist and ideal for dairy-free cake lovers!

This gorgeous apricot and rosemary pistachio tart screams effort when, really, it’s quite simple to put together! Serve with ice cream for a scrumptious dessert.

This light and billowy cream pie is a case of assembly, rather than cooking, meaning anyone can make it!