Taste.com.au’s top 10 dessert recipes from the past decade
From sticky date pudding to classic baked vanilla cheesecake, these are Taste.com.au’s top 10 dessert recipes from the past 10 years.
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And when it comes to desserts, our top 10 recipes are some of our most widely regarded favourites on site.
Whether it’s a classic melt-in-your-mouth pavlova, or a creamy baked rice pudding just like Nan used to make, we’ve got the perfect round-up of sweet dishes to finish your day off with.
This pudding is a staple in the British kitchen, and why wouldn’t it be? It’s a simple recipe and the ideal way to use up stale bread, so if you’re looking to limit the amount of waste in your household, try this sweet and comforting dessert! The slices of bread soak up all that c, and the sprinkling of sultanas adds an irresistible tang. What’s more, you can swap in any bread you have on hand - fruit toast, that half of a loaf of sourdough that’s been sitting in the freezer, your favourite everyday whitebread. There’s a clear reason that this baked pudding has remained a favourite for so many years. However, don’t let tradition stop you from experimenting with some savoury tastes - I love turning this dish into a breakfast sensation by serving it with scrambled eggs and mushrooms!
This sticky date pudding is perfect at any time of the year.
The age-old question, ‘who created the pavlova?’ is one that causes tension between Australians and New Zealanders. National pride aside though, both Aussies and Kiwis can agree that this meringue-based dessert is an iconic showstopper at every event. We can all agree that the pavlova was named after the Russian ballerina, Anna Pavlova, who visited both countries in the 1920s. The story in New Zealand says that the chef claimed inspiration from her tutu - and we can see why! Pavlova is notorious for frightening even the most well-seasoned bakers, but with our recipe you can expect a crisp meringue shell and soft, marshmallowy centre every time. However, if you do come into strife, our food editors have answered every pavlova question you could imagine below. We’re all for getting creative with our pavlova recipes, be it a rocky road pavlova, pavlova trifle, or an espresso martini pavlova. Additional recipe notes by Alison Adams - Food Writer and Recipe Tester
We believe the best kind of brownies are the fudgy kind. If you think otherwise, trust us, this recipe is sure to change your mind. Originally created in the 1800s, the decadent US-born brownie has united chocolate lovers around the world, but we think this variation is about to take your brownie game to new levels. Our secret? We make these brownies the day before to get them super chewy and indulgent with just the right amount of squidginess in the centre.
Australians love their golden syrup, with most households having a stash of this honey-like condiment in their cupboard. Kept on hand to be drizzled over ice cream or pikelets, and brought out when making a batch of ANZAC biscuits. And then there’s golden syrup dumplings. Tender fluffy clouds of dough swimming in a sweet and syrupy bath, golden syrup dumplings are one of Australia’s favourite desserts. In this, our favourite iteration of this recipe, golden syrup is added to the dumplings and is the sauce they simmer in, providing a double hit of mollasses-y goodness. Apart from being super simple, budget-friendly and absolutely delicious, this 6 ingredient golden syrup dumplings recipe can be made in just over half an hour. Served warm with the cold contrast of ice cream or a pour of silky thickened cream, golden syrup dumplings must be eaten in a bowl. Which means they can be eaten on the couch, right? Peruse our collection of more dumpling desserts and be inspired by this simple yet delicious concept, and discover our popular slow-cooker dumpling of giant proportions! Additional recipe notes by Alison Adams - Food Writer and Recipe Tester
A warm apple crumble dessert layered with rich smooth ice cream is the ultimate cold night dessert.
Here is a traditional Australian favourite that the kids can make themselves.
Warm your heart on a brisk evening with a truly classic dessert.
Made from fresh ricotta, this baked lemon dessert cake has a similar texture to cheesecake and is delicious served with lemon curd and vanilla ice-cream.
Classic baked vanilla cheesecake
Smooth, creamy and with a hint of vanilla - this classic cheesecake is hard to beat.
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