This classic tiramisu recipe combines espresso-soaked Savoiardi or lady finger biscuits with an airy mascarpone filling and a generous layer of cocoa. Traditional Italian tiramisu is made with raw eggs, although some recipes nowadays use whipped cream instead to avoid the raw eggs. I find read more

Mango trifle is bright, creamy and properly summery, with fresh mango and berries, homemade custard, soft cake, whipped cream and a little citrus to keep everything lively. No jelly. I know, bold move. The trifles we had as kids were more traffic light than dessert read more

Mango lime pie is light, silky and refreshing, with a creamy filling that sits somewhere between a mousse and a no-bake cheesecake. Fresh mango brings the sweetness, while zingy lime cuts through the creaminess. It feels right at home at an Australian Christmas, backyard barbecue read more

Simple homemade mixed berry ice cream… what better way to use up berries. The purply pink colour, the flecks of real fruit, and the creamy texture – it’s good in a bowl, in a cone, alongside a dessert, or lets face it… straight from the read more

Raspberry cheesecake is an easy to make, no bake dessert. Creamy and sweet, yet tart and with a crunchy biscuit base – this recipe ticks all the boxes. Not to mention it is visually stunning, so it’s sure to impress. Whether you’re hosting a dinner read more

Crème pâtissière (also known as pastry cream) takes centre stage with most dishes it plays a part in. Silky, smooth, and utterly delicious, this custard is the backbone of many traditional desserts, from éclairs and tarts to profiteroles and doughnuts. Lemon Portuguese Tarts and gâteau read more

Cream cheese icing is that perfect ‘topper’ to so many baked goodies. Smooth, creamy and perfectly balanced with just the right hint of tang, it brings a freshness that cuts through sweet cakes and bakes beautifully. It’s quick to whip up, very forgiving and easy read more

Chocolate buttercream icing is a deliciously rich and creamy addition to any cake. Need something to put it on? Try my stir-and-bake chocolate slab cake – a soft, rich, no-mixer cake that feeds a crowd. Or place a generous swirl on cupcakes, make it the read more

This is our family’s favourite dessert. An easy no-bake lemon cheesecake with a crisp, buttery biscuit base and a creamy filling with plenty of fresh lemon. It’s fresh and zesty. Creamy and crunchy. It only takes 30 minutes to make and the rest of the read more