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Decadent coffee dessert recipes

Decadent coffee dessert recipes

Getting your caffeine fix has never been more delicious. From cakes, puddings and tarts to biscuits, sponges and slices - these coffee desserts are sure to get you buzzing.
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Ice cream Christmas cake

Ice cream Christmas cake

A simple summer dessert for those laid-back holiday days, and a great way to use up leftover Christmas pudding or cake.
rich hazelnut fruit cake

Rich hazelnut fruit cake

Impress your Christmas guests this year with a perfectly-created cake, thanks to this beautiful rich hazelnut fruit cake recipe. Happy baking!
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Lemon Meringue Slice

Lemon meringue slice

Indulge in tangy lemon and fluffy meringue on a buttery, biscuity base for a deliciously zesty sweet treat.
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Strawberry shortcake roulade

Strawberry shortcake roulade

There's nothing more appealing than a creamy sponge dessert in summer! This recipe is a simple one with no rush to roll the sponge while it’s warm, so it’s stress-free as well as being delicious.
blackberry parfait

Blackberry parfait

The quality of store bought meringue is excellent, and once smothered fresh blackberries, yoghurt and cream your guests won't know the difference. For a grown up version, splash a little blackberry liqueur such as crème de mûre for a boozy twist.
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Apple and rhubarb crumble

Apple and rhubarb crumble

Whip up this family autumn dessert favourite and watch the sighs of satisfaction as you take this gorgeous dish out of the oven.
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Chocolate chip cookies

Basic chocolate chip cookies

Indulge in the classic comfort of our Basic Chocolate Chip Cookies studded with generous chunks of dark chocolate, creating irresistibly chewy treats that are perfect for any occasion.
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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.
Jam and coconut slice

Jam and coconut slice

Cut yourself a slice of this divine slice for morning tea. Oozing raspberry jam is wonderfully sandwiched between crumbly, golden pastry and a sweet, coconut crust.
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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
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 […]
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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.
Apple sponge

Apple sponge

Light, fluffy, and filled with juicy warm apple pieces, this delicious apple sponge cake is wonderful served warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.
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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.
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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 […]
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.
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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.
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.
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. […]
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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 […]
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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Easy Christmas Cookies

Easy Christmas cookies

For all the Christmas spirit without the effort, these easy cookies are a treat – just decorate and go!
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Choc-chip pikelets

Choc-chip pikelets

Whip these chocolate chip-laced pikelets up for the kids this weekend and you'll see nothing but happy faces.
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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 […]
Affogato

Easy affogato

Scoops of vanilla ice cream are “drowned” in strong roasted espresso coffee in Nici Wickes' version of this Italian favourite. The hot-cold combination is deliriously good
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
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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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Apple and vanilla cake

Apple and vanilla cake

Nici Wickes' apple and vanilla cake recipe is wonderfully moist, despite the fact it has no butter or other fats. Serve warm as a dessert or with brandy butter and cream if you're not dairy-free
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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.
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!
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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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