Pastry

Pecans give traditional pastry an extra-short buttery texture in this classic American dessert. The creamy pumpkin filling is richly spiced and a dark chocolate web adds the fright factor!

This silky tart would make a brilliant alternative to Christmas pudding if you want something slightly lighter that still ticks the indulgence box. The rich, velvety custard is fragranced with an array of gingerbread spices and then topped with a layer of caramelised sugar for a satisfying crunch

Delicious with coffee, or served with yogurt and a platter of summer berries and currants

Ripe stone fruits, pockets of melting marzipan and a fragrant sprinkle of fresh thyme... this easy free-form tart is the perfect dessert for stress-free entertaining

Imagine a perfect lemon tart, but infused with the feisty flavours of your favourite aperitif. The pastry crust has a nice crunch to it, like a giant biscuit, and is very easy to make because you just whack it in a food processor. Serve the tart with a dollop of whipped cream or crème fraîche