Jordan Rondel’s delicious wee maple cakes are full of fruit and pretty as a picture

Deliciously sweet apricots are layered in a tall glass with fresh strawberries, crumbly biscuit pieces, vanilla custard and flaked almonds.

These classic traditional fruit mince pies get a contemporary revival with chopped fresh peaches. The little ones can help by cutting out the stars.

The kids will enjoy helping to make these simple minty biscuits. They make great food gifts as well as a sweet treat for the whole family.

Indulge in tangy lemon and fluffy meringue on a buttery, biscuity base for a deliciously zesty sweet treat.

Full of fresh fruit and drizzled with a divine orange icing, these muffins will delight your senses when pulled out of the oven.

Embrace your food processor to save yourself cooking time and prepare this delicious tiramisu cheesecake in no time at all. Swirled with decadent dark chocolate and fragrant espresso, this dessert will please all your critics!

The pastry cases for these tangy lemon tarts can be made ahead and kept chilled until needed, making it an easy dessert or treat for morning or afternoon tea.

Mix up your usual BBQ with these delicious gourmet Italian antipasto skewers - the perfect finger food when entertaining guests.

Packed full of juicy sultanas and pears, this light, sweet fruit loaf is beautiful served sliced with a spread of butter or ricotta for a tasty morning tea or breakfast.

This bite sized balls of heaven are beautiful served with a cup of hot coffee or on their own as a sweet afternoon treat. Decadent chocolate frosting is sandwiched between pink and white marbled meringue kisses to create the ultimate petite dessert.

This buttery almond shortbread would make a great homemade gift, as well as a treat for morning or afternoon tea.

This Marshmallow Slice takes almost no cooking and minimal preparation. Serve for morning or afternoon tea, take to work to share with your friends, or put a batch together for a children's party.

These tasty savoury muffins are perfect for an after-work snack, or a wonderful lunch box treat.

The sweetness of fruity apricot jam is enhanced by soft fluffy meringue and crunchy flaked almonds in this glorious slice.

The creamy, rich filling of this beautiful slice goes perfectly with the sweetness of warm cooked apples.

The sweetness of maple syrup is wonderfully swirled through these dense apricot muffins, packed full of all-bran goodness.

Jam-packed full of warm, cinnamon stewed apples, one slice of this humble apple pie will satisfy your mind, body and soul.

Butterfly cakes are a classic plate at kids' parties. This recipe updates a simple packet cake mix with orange zest, and the little cakes are topped with strawberries for a special finish.

Make this dessert for your friends and family for a delightful sweet treat. Golden flaky pastry perfectly surrounds a sweet, syrupy vanilla, pineapple and walnut filling.

There are few things more wonderful then a warm, cinnamon sugar dusted donut - it's only made better with a beautiful stewed apple and custard filling.

Budget priced, these white chocolate brownies are delicious with morning or afternoon tea or with a cup of coffee after dinner. But be warmed - you won't be able to stop at one!

Enjoy the tropical flavours of passionfruit and warm stewed apples, complete with our crumbly oat topping and a dollop of yoghurt.

These delicious low-fat slices are perfect for breakfast on-the-run, a school lunchbox snack or morning tea with a cup of coffee.

This easy-to-make, tangy white chocolate slice is given a nutritional boost with a topping of blueberries.

These mini apricot and ginger puddings are wonderfully spongy and bursting with zest, sweetness and fruity flavours.

When two irresistible desserts are combined, you know something magical will be created. This tiramisu cheesecake partners the traditional flavours of creamy dark chocolate and fragrant espresso with decadent cream cheese.

Golden and fluffy, these beautiful buttermilk scones are full of sweet juicy blueberries and crunchy pecans. Serve toasted with a dollop of whipped cream for a perfect morning tea.

All you need is a cookie cutter, some food colouring and edible flowers to make these simple biscuits for a children's birthday party or tea party. They make great edible gifts for little people too.

Perfect for a morning tea, picnic, or after-dinner treat, these almond biscuits are stuffed with cherry jam and will satisfy any sweet tooth!

Full of dried fruit, sultana bran and nuts, these muffins make a healthy after-school snack.

Deliciously spongy, this almond and polenta cake is perfect drizzled with a sweet honey syrup.

These small almond cakes are beautiful paired with caramelised apples - a sweet, moist treat for any time of day.

Enjoy the great Australian classic in cake form - enhanced by a delicious honey icing.

These deliciously fruity cupcakes are paired wonderfully with a passionfruit glaze, perfect to make with your kids on the weekend!

Delight your taste buds with these mini-pizzas made with syrupy apples and served with cold ice-cream.

Sink your fork into a slice of this warm moist cake, perfectly topped with crunchy almonds and tender apple pieces. It goes brilliantly with a dollop of fresh cream.

This dessert will be a sure-fire hit - the golden flaky crust, soft stewed apples and sweet crumbly topping is perfect served warm with ice-cream.

Spoon yourself a scoop of this rich, sweet apple pudding, absolutely perfect on cool, winter evenings, served with real vanilla bean custard.

These apricot and almond scrolls are a perfect sweet treat for any time of the day, whether its enjoyed with a cup of coffee during morning tea or eaten on-the-go as a work snack.

A delightful buttery slice filled with fruit, nuts and topped with an irresistible lemon icing.

This sweet moist log made with hazelnut liqueur infused sponge, soft sweet apricots and crunchy nuts, is absolutely divine and perfect for a decadent weekend dessert.

This crumbly macadamia and apricot slice is jam-packed full of texture, sweetness and irresistible flavours that'll keep you coming back for more.

These chewy apricot cookies are wonderful drizzled with a sweet lemon icing.

If the kids are curling their lips at those overripe bananas that have been sitting in the fruit bowl all week, you can still use them up in this moist and mouthwatering recipe that the little darlings will love!

Coffee lovers will enjoy making these creamy no-cook cheesecakes. They take no time at all and can be made ahead and stored in the fridge until needed.

Chopped dates and walnuts give this traditional English teatime treat a contemporary makeover.

Wonderfully sweet and fluffy, these hot cross buns are delicious served warm drizzled with maple syrup and fresh fruit. This dish makes a delicious breakfast or dessert.

Sweet, fruity and fragrant, this beautiful spiced dried fruit jam is wonderful spread on scones, bagels or a thick slice of fluffy sourdough. Prepare it as a gift for your friends and family for the holidays.

This gourmet version of coconut slice isn't only perfect with a cuppa, but would also make a gorgeous gift. Just wrap slices in Cellophane and tie with a pretty bow.

Pumpkin pie is a popular dessert in the US, but this sweet and spicy dish translates the world over. If you're not a confident pastry-maker, or you just need to save time, you can use frozen shortcrust pastry instead.

Add a selection of raw vegetable sticks to these bite-sized frittatas and the school lunchbox never looked or tasted so good.

These savoury shortbreads are perfect for morning and afternoon tea, lunchboxes or as a snack. They can be served warm, stored in an airtight container or popped into the freezer for another day.

These sweetie pies are delicious with a cuppa or served with thick cream for dessert. They'd also be perfect to pack for a picnic.

There's no cake more Australian than a lamington, coated in thick chocolate icing and covered in coconut. Save time with this quick and easy version of a classic treat.

These cute and colourful cupcakes are easy to make and perfect for sharing as a birthday treat, or popping in kids or grown-up lunchboxes.

The combination of a crumbly, golden base topped with a sweet raspberry jam and a fluffy coconut layer creates a beautiful slice, perfect for a morning or afternoon treat.

Sweet, sugary and fruity, these golden fluffy muffins have a divine baked custard top and tender rhubarb pieces swirled throughout.

A family classic - this delicious apple and rhubarb crumble is the perfect warm winter sweet treat.

To make lunchtime morsels, add a few rocket leaves to the mix with the salmon, then bake in regular-sized muffin tins.

Toppings could include pickled peppers, gherkins, Swiss cheese or herby butter.

You can also add fresh blueberries or diced apple to this recipe.

Muffins can take you from breakfast to dessert and every snack in between, so line up the tins and get a batch (or two) going.

If you’re after a quick fix, ditch the syrup and serve these heated with ice cream or natural yoghurt.

Apples make the most wonderful comfort food – hardly glamorous, but reliably delicious – every day.

Freeze-dried raspberry powder is available from specialist food stores. Note

We can never get enough chocolate chip cookies! Try this classic recipe from the Collectors' Edition of the Big Book of Beautiful Biscuits.

Sweet and coconuty, we still love this classic recipe; it was made to be enjoyed with a hot cup of tea for a retro treat!

This slice has everything you could possibly want in an afternoon treat; sweet, zesty and packed with coconut, no-one will be able to resist.

Who can resist the sweet delights of a hundreds and thousands biscuit? Recreate everyone's favourite with this classic recipe.

Switch up this classic with nutty wholemeal flour for a hearty afternoon tea.

Looking for an indulgent breakfast for weekends or a perfect sweet brunch option? These almond and custard waffles are delicious and will leave you completely satisfied.

There are few things more comforting than a big, warm, oozy slice of apple pie with a dollop of thick cream.

Wow your children with this fun bright animal cake - perfect for birthdays, special events or just some holiday fun.

Enjoy the timeless flavours of Anzac biscuits through these warm, buttery muffins - fabulous served with butter and golden syrup.

Bake this gorgeous classic dessert to take to your next morning tea or brunch - the syrupy fruit and flaky crust will delight your critics.

These gluten-free pancakes are perfect for those with a gluten or wheat intolerance, and the buckwheat flour gives a nutty flavour that works perfectly with warm cooked apples and lemon syrup.

Sink your serving spoon into this buttery, crumbly crust and pull out a large scoop of warm stewed cinnamon - perfect served with fresh ice-cream or cream.

This gorgeously dense sweet loaf is packed full of fresh fruit and crunchy pecans and is wonderful served warm with a spread of butter.

This delicious fruit and nut loaded slice is wonderfully moist and packed full of flavour. It tastes even better accompanied with a creamy, citrus icing.

The crunchy golden cornflakes in this delicious apricot and coconut slice will keep the whole family happy for days.

Create a delicious, nourishing one-pot meal in no time at all. Packed with melted cheese, tasty shaved ham and perfectly cooked eggs, these mini breakfast ramekins are wonderful for any day of the week.

Enlist the children's help to make and decorate these simple festive biscuits. Make for the family, or wrap to give as gifts.

Stuffed with a sweet, soft fruity filling, this divine fig and sultana slice is perfect served fresh from the oven with a sprinkle of sugar and a pot of hot tea.

Sweet, chewy, chocolately and nutty - this divine pecan slice is perfect served with a freshly brewed cup of coffee for a decadent morning or afternoon treat.

Fruity, sweet and tart all in one spoonful, this divine homemade passionfruit and pineapple jam is wonderful spread on warm scones or freshly toasted sour dough.

This sweet treat hails from the UK and is a white chocolate version of the brownie. This yummy recipe combines macadamia nuts with fresh summer raspberries.

Start your day the right way with this deliciously sweet and creamy rhubarb porridge. For a big breakfast, enjoy your porridge with a piece of this golden, crumbly date and oat slice, or pack a couple of pieces into your lunchbox for some healthy snacks.

A favourite for generations, rock cakes look like they're here to stay. With this easy recipe, you can have a batch ready in just 25 minutes, so get baking.

Perfect for ladies who lunch, these ribbon sandwiches with either smoked salmon or turkey and cranberry are fitting finger food for any high tea.

These cute little cupcakes, crowned with coconut, will melt in your mouth. Quick and easy to make, they're also budget friendly. Serve with a cuppa for morning or afternoon tea or go all out and bake them for high tea.

This zucchini and walnut loaf is beautiful served warm or toasted with a generous spread of butter. The addition of zucchini gives a wonderful texture to the bread, and you can be assured you're serving your family their dose of vegetables, disguised in a sweet, nutty slice.

The glorious combination of almond and sweet orange syrup make a delicious gluten-free treat.

Divine into this divine almond tart - complete with a crumbly golden crust with and warm juicy fruit waiting to ooze out.

Packed full of goodness these almond, date and seed friands will satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt!

Delight your family on Anzac day with these wonderfully sweet breakfast and brunch ideas.

This glorious fruity pie with its thick, buttery crust is perfect for Winter weekends at home.

You'll love these individual portions of the dessert classic, apple and rhubarb strudel. There's something about flaky golden pastry and warm, stewed sweet that works so well!

Whip up this family autumn dessert favourite and watch the sighs of satisfaction as you take this gorgeous dish out of the oven.

Soft warm apple lies atop this gloriously moist spiced loaf, waiting to be spread with a dash of butter and a dollop of cream.