Berry shortbread cheesecake slice

A stunning centrepiece dessert that's bursting with summer flavours, perfect for a special occasion

Selection of summer sandwiches

Keep the whole family happy this summer with a delicious spread of summer sandwiches

Nectarine & strawberry pots

Based on a traditional Russian dessert with sweet mascarpone and finshed with a naughty warm chocolate sauce

Smashed avocado with crispy chicken, pickled onions & tortillas

Spread chunky homemade guacamole on flatbreads, use this southern-style fried chicken recipe to create goujons and serve with sweet onion topping

Caramel & orange mousses

This festive dessert makes the perfect end to a buffet party, and it can be made ahead too

Eton mess parfait with berry sauce

Try this cool, creamy, fruity parfait – ideal for summer days

Mango & passion fruit pavlova roulade

A slightly wicked dessert packed full of fruit and cream – best served half-frozen

Grilled steak topped with ceps

Learn how to make this versatile mushroom topping, good simply spread on toast and grilled as well as atop steak, as it is here

Strawberry & sweet wine savarin

A savarin is like a big rum baba, except this version is soaked with dessert wine for a light, summery feel

Fruit-filled choux buns with caramel sauce

Wickedly sticky, this delicious caramel pastry dish is perfect for a summer pudding

Toffee apple squares

A crumble-like base, caramel nut topping and added juicy fruits – sticky toffee pud with a difference

Mini banoffee pies

Go retro with this easy and ever-popular dessert that's been given a smart dinner party makeover