Terrific tamarillo recipes

This is both decadent but not too rich – if that’s possible. Clafoutis (cla-foo-tee) is a French dessert, basically a baked batter, and it’s one of those super-easy to throw together desserts that is always impressive! Plus, it’s gluten-free

When tamarillos are in season, try this quick and easy recipe which can be served with muesli and yoghurt for breakfast.

Serve this decadent winter dessert with lashings of whipped cream.

Growing up, we called them “tree tomatoes”, a reference to their colour and shape. A name change to tamarillo and this tart, fleshy autumn fruit remains one of my favourites to eat and cook with

These delicate little French almond cakes are irresistible, plus they’re also gluten-free

The tartness of caramelised tamarillos are the perfect foil for rich pork in this roast. Try this pork roast for your next Sunday dinner

Tamarillos and apples – autumn’s bounty – collide in spectacular fashion in this tamarillo and apple relish recipe. Eat it with anything!

Experiment with different ingredients to keep life, and food, interesting!

originally called tree tomatoes, the word tamarillo came into effect in 1967 to distinguish them from regular tomatoes.

Tamarillos are delicious scooped directly onto cereal or hot buttered toast, with a sprinkle of sugar, for a quick breakfast. This simple compote is a delight to have on standby in the fridge

This sweet pastry will knock the socks off bought pastry. You can make it in a food processor or by hand in a bowl. This tarte tatin recipe makes a big tart but you could easily halve the recipe

Serve this tamarillo confit as a steak sauce or condiment for cheese and cold meats

These fruit ice blocks make a great afternoon tea or dessert for kids and adults. This recipe is very simple and the tangy raw tamarillos offset the sweetness of the yoghurt