Posh desserts

There is a lot going on here, all of it delicious. Once you have the separate elements made, it comes together quickly, and is an excellent individual dessert for a dinner party.

Continuing our brilliant series, we are bringing you a scrumptious selection of Prue Leith's festive puddings, including an indulgent chestnut and chocolate mousse cake, pictured.

Ricardo's recipe: Black Forest Pavlova

15 easy elegant summer dessert recipes that are perfect for dinner parties, celebrations, or summer BBQ gatherings.

A sumptuous trio: fig and coffee puddings, a punchy trifle and a glorious French apple tart

Layers of espresso-soaked chocolate sponge, salted caramel, shortbread biscuit crumbs and rich mascarpone cream create the most deliciously decadent Millionaire's Tiramisu. This is an eggless tiramisu recipe without shop-bought sponge fingers, so anyone following an egg-free diet can enjoy it. Add dark rum or whiskey to the espresso for a dessert that's a little more celebratory. Make this tiramisu a day ahead and allow to sit in the fridge overnight for the very best flavours and textures.

Tarte Bourdaloue is a classic French Tart made with pear and frangipane. It’s buttery, it’s rich, it’s warm, it’s comforting, it’s sweet, it’s crunchy..basically everything your sweet heart desires..and more. You know a dessert is good when it can withstand the test of two centuries!

Follow our fool-proof recipe for mini pavlovas, complete with step-by-step instructions and professional chef tips for perfect meringue. Swirled with dark chocolate and topped with whipped cream and salted caramel, these pavlovas are an easy yet impressive dessert for Valentine's, Easter, or Christmas. Ideal for chocolate lovers, they offer a unique and reliable option to your dessert menu, perfect for any special occasion or date night.

This Honey Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake combines the crisp, nutty layers of baklava with the creamy richness of cheesecake. Drizzled with honey and sprinkled with crushed pistachios, it's a decadent dessert that bridges the best of Middle Eastern and Western sweets.

Sticky date and spiced pear puddings with cognac-spiked caramel sauce. They're lush, sweet, and decadent, with the perfect amount of spice.