Summer is the best season for fruit-centred desserts, as the season brings with it a glut of berries and stone fruits that can be used in so many versatile ways. And we’ve a brilliant collection of make-ahead summer dessert recipes from Oxfordshire based chefs and food businesses. From refreshing puddings to showstopping cheesecakes, we’ve gathered them in one handy place so you can decide which ice cream to make or fruity tart to serve at your next dinner party.
Relatively simple to make and so worth it for the zesty lemon tang and creamy custard for a delicious sweet and sour experience that cannot fail to delight your guests.
This Salted Chocolate Ganache and Raspberry Cheesecake is sinfully decadent yet fruity and refreshing. It’s not too sweet, but it is quite rich, so a small slice will go a long way.
Despite its deliciously sounding title, this cheesecake recipe is easy to make, as it doesn’t require any fiddly work peeling or grating ginger. The ginger nut base does all that for you.
Follow Raymond Blanc’s Lemon Cake recipe and the result will be fresh, zesty and as light as a cloud. A real winner with family and friends.
Is this the best ever cookies recipe? With a crisp outer layer and a soft, chewy centre, these super tasty cookies are easy to make.
This cool and creamy no-bake Philadelphia Cheesecake with Raspberries is an indulgent addition to any summer lunch or alfresco dinner.
This delicious creamy baked cheesecake topped with seasonal summer berries is an indulgent addition to any summer lunch or alfresco dinner.
This delightful Strawberry Tarts with Crème Patissiere recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal dessert for entertaining.
This delightful strawberry shortcake ice cream recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal dessert for entertaining.
This delightful strawberry ripple shortbread slice recipe makes a delicious dish that’s perfect for summer and great for sharing.