Summer

This favourite regional recipe is similar to a French clafoutis, but with a spongier texture

No fancy machine is required for this deliciously smooth ice cream! Flavour it any way you like – chocolate chips, a fruity ripple, rum-soaked raisins, salted caramel... the choice is yours

If you can’t get hold of plantain, bananas work just as well here

Part ice cream, part cheesecake? Don’t mind if we do. This is a great little prep-ahead number for all of your summer entertaining needs. Simply remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving. You can play with the fruit; blackberries, cherries or strawberries would all ripple well here

Inspired by the ice cream van favourite, this cake is made of thin layers of chocolate sponge topped with ice cream and chocolate Flakes - a sliceable version of the nostalgic British summertime treat

You don’t need an ice cream machine to make deliciously smooth ice cream...

Layered with the flavours of summer, these dainty individual puds would be a great option for a special picnic; simply keep sealed in a coolbag until you’re ready to serve. Perfect with a glass of chilled fizz on the side

A scoop of crimson blackcurrant sorbet adds a lovely summery twist to this elegant cocktail, our take on the classic Kir Royale. You can push the boat out with Champagne, but sparkling wine works just as well

The quintessential British dessert, summer pudding is traditionally made with a mix of both red and black berries, but using only black fruit gives a beautifully dramatic colour