Dessert Recipes
Discover delicious dessert recipes! From quick weeknight dinners to gourmet dishes, we've got everything you need to create amazing dessert meals at home.
Peppermint Crisp Pudding
A beloved South African classic, this no-bake dessert is incredibly easy to make and impossible to resist. Layers of crispy cookies, a silky-smooth caramel and cream mixture, and a generous amount of crunchy peppermint crisp chocolate create a symphony of textures and flavors. It’s the perfect treat to prepare ahead of time and is guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends.
Crepe Pancakes with Caramel and Banana
These pancakes are more like delicate, thin crepes, perfect for filling with rich and sweet toppings. This recipe creates a velvety batter that cooks into light, pliable pancakes ready to be filled with gooey caramel and fresh banana slices. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it’s a simple yet luxurious dessert that feels like a treat from a Parisian café.
Chocolate Marshmallow Sweetie Pies
Recreate a classic childhood treat with this elegant, from-scratch recipe. These delightful pies feature a buttery, tender biscuit base topped with a fluffy, homemade marshmallow filling, all enrobed in a rich layer of melted chocolate. It’s the perfect combination of textures and flavors, taking a nostalgic favorite and elevating it with high-quality ingredients for a truly special dessert.
Malva Pudding with Cranberries & Ginger
Experience a delightful twist on a classic South African dessert. This Malva pudding is known for its incredible spongy texture and sweet, sticky apricot glaze. With the addition of zesty ginger and tart cranberries, this recipe elevates the traditional comfort food into a dessert with a complex and warming flavor profile that is absolutely irresistible. Best served warm, drenched in its rich, buttery sauce.
Koeksisters with a Spicy Syrup
Golden plaited dough, deep-fried until crisp and then plunged into an aromatic spiced syrup – this is the South African koeksister at its finest. The syrup, infused with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and citrus, gives each bite a fragrant sweetness with just a whisper of spice. Best enjoyed fresh and slightly sticky, they’re a true indulgence.
Malva Pudding with Ginger & Pears Poached in Rooibos Tea
This recipe gives a classic South African Malva pudding a delightful and unique twist. Tender pears are first poached in a fragrant rooibos tea syrup with warm spices, then nestled into a ginger-infused Malva batter before baking. The result is an incredibly moist and flavorful dessert that combines the traditional, spongy texture of Malva pudding with the spiced, fruity notes of the pears and a hint of ginger.
Vanilla Amarula Bundt Cake
This is an incredibly moist and decadent Amarula-infused bundt cake that will be a showstopper at any gathering. It starts with a rich, buttery cake batter, which is then brushed with a simple Amarula syrup to add extra moisture and a touch of flavor. The grand finale is a velvety milk chocolate Amarula ganache that takes this dessert to the next level.
Chocolate Malva Pudding
This chocolate malva pudding is a South African dream dessert – warm, spongy, and drenched in a fudgy chocolate sauce that soaks right in. It’s rich, decadent, and just the right amount of indulgent, with a deep cocoa flavor that makes every bite irresistible. Bake it fresh, pour on the glossy sauce, and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for pure comfort food magic. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing your guests!
No-Bake Cremora Tart Squares with Granadilla
These no-bake Cremora tart squares are a South African classic that’s creamy, tangy, and oh-so-easy to make. With a buttery biscuit base, a luscious filling of Cremora and yoghurt, and a vibrant granadilla topping, this dessert is a refreshing crowd-pleaser. Just mix, chill, and serve – no oven needed! Perfect for warm days or when you want a quick, indulgent treat that sets like a dream in the fridge.
Milk Tart Ruffled Phyllo Pie
This South African milk tart ruffled phyllo pie is a delightful spin on the Greek galatopita, combining crispy phyllo pastry with a creamy, cinnamon-kissed custard. The ruffled phyllo adds a fun, crunchy texture that pairs perfectly with the smooth filling. It’s an easy yet impressive dessert that’s ideal for sharing with friends or savoring with a cup of tea. Serve it fresh for the best crunch, and add berries for a pop of color!
Malva Pudding
This South African malva pudding is a warm, comforting dessert that’s like a hug in a bowl! Infused with a zesty hint of orange, its spongy texture soaks up a rich, buttery sauce for a sweet, indulgent treat. Perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests, this pudding is easy to make and even easier to love. Serve it warm with custard or ice cream for pure bliss!
4-Ingredient Peppermint Crisp Tart
This no-bake South African favourite layers crisp tea biscuits with a caramel-cream filling and shards of Peppermint Crisp chocolate. The biscuits soften into a cake-like texture while the creamy filling and minty crunch create a rich, nostalgic treat perfect for sharing.
Pineapple Fridge Tart
This tropical fridge tart combines a golden coconut crust with a creamy pineapple filling and a rich caramel sauce. The toasted coconut base gives a chewy crunch, while the pineapple and cream mixture adds a light, fruity sweetness. Finished with buttery caramel, it’s a refreshing dessert that balances richness with a burst of citrus and tropical fruit.
Jam Tart
A rustic tart with buttery pastry and a glossy jam filling, inspired by Italian crostata. The lattice top gives it a homely charm, while the sweet and tangy jam contrasts beautifully with the rich crust. It’s simple to make, delicious warm or cold, and perfect alongside a cup of coffee or tea.
Classic Cremora Tart
This nostalgic fridge tart is a South African favourite made with Cremora, condensed milk, and lemon juice. The biscuit crust adds crunch while the creamy filling sets into a refreshing citrus-scented dessert. Quick to prepare and best made ahead, it’s perfect for gatherings or an easy weekend treat.
Chana Magaj Fridge Tart
This creative take on the traditional chana magaj combines the nutty, fudgy flavour of roasted chickpea flour and ghee with a creamy fridge tart style dessert. It layers soft, milk-soaked boudoir biscuits with a rich magaj cream, finished with lightly sweetened whipped cream, almonds, and a touch of edible foil for festive sparkle. A make-ahead treat that’s indulgent yet refreshing, perfect for gatherings or a family-style sweet dish.
Rhubarb-and-Custard Tart
To top it all off, beautiful pieces of gently poached rhubarb arranged like jewels, with a drizzle of their own sweet-tart syrup. It's a showstopper that perfectly balances sweet, tart, and spice.
Peppermint Crisp Tart
This classic South African dessert is a crowd-pleaser for a reason! It's a delightful no-bake tart featuring layers of coconutty Tennis biscuits, a rich and creamy caramel filling, and generous amounts of refreshing peppermint chocolate. The fresh cream gives it a wonderfully light and airy texture, perfectly balancing the sweet caramel. We're even adding a double layer of biscuits for an extra crunchy foundation. It's incredibly easy to assemble and perfect for making ahead, as it sets beautifully in the fridge overnight.
Mini Vanilla Cheesecakes with Chantilly Cream
These delightful mini cheesecakes are the perfect bite-sized treat for any gathering! With a buttery, cinnamon-kissed biscuit base and a creamy, velvety vanilla filling, they’re easier to make than a full-sized cheesecake and far less messy to serve. Topped with fluffy Chantilly cream and fresh berries, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a silky-smooth filling without lumps. Customize with your favorite fruits or toppings for a show-stopping dessert that’s sure to impress!
Easy Chocolate Cupcakes
These are the ultimate chocolate cupcakes—rich, moist, and bursting with deep chocolate flavor! With a tender crumb that stays soft for days, they’re incredibly simple to whip up—no butter creaming or electric mixer needed. The secret lies in a quick-melted chocolate and butter base, paired with a luscious fudge frosting that’s effortlessly spreadable. Top with sprinkles for a fun touch or keep it classic. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or a sweet treat any time, these cupcakes are a chocolate lover’s dream!
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Loaf
A rich chocolate quick bread with a creamy peanut butter cheesecake layer baked right through the middle. The cake is moist, deeply chocolatey, and the filling stays luscious and smooth. A true delight for chocolate and peanut butter lovers, this loaf also freezes beautifully and slices cleanly once cooled.
Golden Gaytime Popcorn – Copycat
This homemade version of Golden Gaytime Popcorn delivers the same irresistible mix of caramel-coated popcorn drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with biscuit crumbs – but at a fraction of the cost! A batch makes 780g (12 cups), the equivalent of 5 store-bought packs. It starts with freshly popped corn, coated in a glossy caramel made with butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup for stability, then baked until crisp. Once cooled, the popcorn is finished with generous drizzles of chocolate and a scattering of biscuit crumbs, creating the perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and texture. A fun, affordable treat that stays crisp for days and makes a fantastic edible gift.
Classic Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
Juicy blueberries meet a creamy, light cheesecake in this indulgent bar. Inspired by New York and Japanese baked cheesecakes, it is rich yet airy. Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert. The cheesecake is baked with a crisp biscuit base and topped with fresh blueberries for an irresistible finish.
Marshmallow Fridge Tart
A light and fluffy fridge tart with a ginger biscuit crust, creamy condensed milk filling, crushed pineapple, and soft marshmallows. A playful and nostalgic treat that’s quick to prepare and perfect for family gatherings.
No-Bake Milk Tart
A creamy, no-bake version of the beloved South African milk tart with a Tennis biscuit crust and silky custard filling. Lightly spiced with cinnamon, it’s best made a day in advance for perfect setting and flavour.