Dinner party dessert recipes (2024)

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  • Next level key lime pie

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.12 ratings

    Make our next level key lime pie for a dessert to impress. We’ve gone with a pastry base and cut through the sweetness with a sweet and sour cream

  • Paris-Brest

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    Indulge in the regal charm of Paris-Brest – a showstopping French dessert featuring a choux pastry ring filled with luxurious hazelnut mousseline

  • Apple crumble trifle

    A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Bring the comforting flavours and textures of apple crumble to a Christmas trifle. Prep ahead so all you need to do is assemble it on the day

  • Pistachio tiramisu

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings

    Delight guests with a pistachio twist on tiramisu, with a pistachio cream filling and pistachio topping. It's a perfect dessert for a dinner party

  • Next level chocolate fondant

    A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.3 ratings

    Wow dinner guests with our ultimate chocolate fondant. Its molten middle is the stuff of dessert dreams – and we've added in caramel and coffee flavours too

  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Elevate this Bakewell-inspired tart with the addition of zesty, tangy marmalade and fragrant earl grey tea leaves. Enjoy hot or cold with plenty of cream

  • Ultimate lemon meringue pie

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.415 ratings

    You can't go wrong with a classic lemon meringue pie, and this easy recipe is particularly good

  • Millionaire’s cheesecake

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.47 ratings

    Indulge in this no-bake chocolate cheesecake after a special dinner. Whether it's for New Year's Eve or a birthday, it's sure to impress

  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    This dessert combo is wonderfully refreshing, with the garnet-coloured, tart jelly cutting through the creaminess of the cardamom panna cotta base

  • Coconut custard tart with roasted pineapple

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.4 ratings

    This custard tart has a tropical twist with sunny Caribbean flavours. Bake it for your next dinner party and we guarantee your guests will go back for a second helping!

  • Retro trifle

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.16 ratings

    Take trifle to the next level for the festive season. Make the jelly with raspberries and enrich the custard with clotted cream for ultra indulgence

  • No-bake chocolate tart

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.252 ratings

    You can make this indulgent chocolate tart up to two days ahead. Any leftovers will make a welcome treat with a cup of coffee the next day

  • Strawberry cheesecake in 4 easy steps

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.488 ratings

    Learn how to make cheesecake with our easy step-by-step recipe. Topped with fresh strawberries and a strawberry purée, it makes for a stunning summer dessert.

  • Melt-in-the-middle espresso martini brownies

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.10 ratings

    Treat grown-up guests to these fabulous brownies inspired by a classic co*cktail. They're a decadent ending to any dinner party

  • Chocolate cheesecake

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.96 ratings

    Treat family and friends to this decadent chocolate dessert. It's an indulgent end to a dinner party or weekend family meal

  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.6 ratings

    Impress dinner guests with this grown-up dessert. Pears are wonderful for soaking up flavours – here that's cassis, red wine, blackberry and bay leaves

  • A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.5 ratings

    Drizzle these fresh choux buns with plenty of hot toffee sauce and top with whatever you like – try homemade honeycomb, chopped nuts or your favourite chocolate bar.

  • Lavender poached pear with Poire Williams pudding

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    This make ahead dessert of pear liqueur-soaked sponge pudding with tender poached pears and a dollop of Chantilly cream is ideal for an autumn dinner party

  • Trifle cheesecake

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.15 ratings

    Two dessert classics are transformed into one unbeatable dish. The set custard layer and raspberry jelly topping make it a real showstopper

  • A star rating of 4.1 out of 5.10 ratings

    Bake this sophisticated dessert to end your dinner party on a high. A chocolate pastry crust is filled with unctuous ganache filling and topped with caramelised salted pecans

  • Rocky road cheesecake pudding

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.32 ratings

    We've blended two tempting sweet treats – rocky road and cheesecake – to create this irresistible make-ahead dessert.

  • Ultimate crème brûlée

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.139 ratings

    With a rich, creamy vanilla custard and crunchy, caramelised topping, our crème brûlée makes the ultimate indulgent dessert. Follow our professional tips for mastering this classic French sweet

  • Next level bakewell tart

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.12 ratings

    Serve for dessert or as an afternoon tea, the bakewell tart is a baking classic. We've upped the ante to make the crumbliest pastry and fabulous frangipane

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Dinner party dessert recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is a good dessert to bring to someone's house? ›

43 Potluck Desserts That Travel Well and Feed a Crowd
  • 02 of 43. Big-Batch Triple-Chocolate Brownie Bars. ...
  • 05 of 43. Coconut-Pecan Tart. ...
  • 08 of 43. Orange-Cardamom Bundt Cake. ...
  • 11 of 43. Lemon-Glazed Sheet Cake. ...
  • 14 of 43. S'mores Bars. ...
  • 17 of 43. Fudgy Turtle Brownies. ...
  • 20 of 43. Buckwheat Chocolate-Chip Cookies With Sea Salt. ...
  • 23 of 43.
Mar 29, 2024

What are the 9 common desserts? ›

There are a wide variety of desserts in western cultures, including cakes, cookies, biscuits, gelatins, pastries, ice creams, pies, puddings, and candies. Fruit is also commonly found in dessert courses because of its natural sweetness.

How many desserts for dinner party? ›

It's a safe bet to count one serving per person. You're planning an event for 30 people? Order three dozen. That extra six is a good buffer.

What to bring to a dinner party? ›

Dinner Party
  • Bouquet of flowers in a vase.
  • Boxed candies.
  • Potted plant.
  • Bottles of wine.
  • Tin of cookies.
  • Decorator candles.
  • Guest soaps.
  • Flavored kinds of vinegar.
Oct 19, 2023

What's America's favorite dessert? ›

Ice cream is America's favorite dessert and is a key driver of the frozen food category.

What are considered as the simplest dessert What are these? ›

Hence, fruits are considered the simplest dessert among the choices.

What is usually on a dessert menu? ›

  • Chocolate. The chocolate dessert is probably the most popular one at any restaurant. ...
  • Citrus. Many people who aren't chocolate lovers tend to be fans of citrus. ...
  • Coffee. Tiramisu is a modern classic made with coffee. ...
  • Custard (or cheesecake) ...
  • Caramel. ...
  • Other principles to consider. ...
  • Designing a dessert.

How do you make a dessert table for a party? ›

Create place cards for each dessert so guests know what they are eating — especially if anyone has allergies to specific ingredients. For dessert presentation, keep the guests' eyes moving. Consider serving platters with different heights and textures to make a visually pleasing table.

How many dishes should you have for a dinner party? ›

For instance, guests can have three plates (dinnerware) at a formal corporate dinner. On the other hand, three appetizer plates (plus drinkware) would be ideal for each invitee at a co*cktail party. Also, 2.5 dinner plates, two appetizer plates, and 1.5 dessert plates are preferable per guest for a buffet dinner.

How many desserts do I need for 25 guests? ›

We recommend 2-4 items per guest, but don't worry, we'll help make sure you have enough servings to go around! To create your own estimate, please look through all the options below. Then, choose up to the maximum quantity of items/flavors based on your guest count.

What to bring to someone else's house? ›

Don't bring food or drink to be served at dinner without prior discussion with your host. It is almost insulting, as it suggests you think they're incapable of organising a dinner themselves. Bring flowers, or a plant, or a box of good chocolates, or a bottle of wine.

What is the most common thing in a dessert? ›

Sugar, gelatine, eggs, fruit, cream, batters, nuts, and chocolate are key ingredients used in preparing desserts and sweet sauces. Sugar is the common element in virtually all desserts.

What desserts are good for people who don't like deserts? ›

Sugar and Spice: 10 Favorite Less-Sweet Desserts
  • Lemon Yogurt Cake with Ginger-Thyme Syrup.
  • Rosemary-Walnut Brown Butter Cookies.
  • Honey and Spice Poached Pears.
  • Chocolate Mousse with Olive Oil and Sea Salt.
  • Chez Panisse Gingersnaps. BOTTOM ROW.
  • Rhubarb Lavender Crumble.
  • Frozen Nectarine and Yogurt Pie.
  • Sour Cream Raisin Bars.
May 2, 2019

What is the best dessert after dinner? ›

  • 1Impossible lemon bars. ...
  • 2Florentines. ...
  • 3Apple & cinnamon slice. ...
  • 4Jelly cakes. ...
  • 53-ingredient passionfruit whip. ...
  • 6Our favourite chocolate caramel slice (with video and step-by-step instructions) ...
  • 7No-sugar banana honey biscuits. ...
  • 8Healthy cacao, coconut and date bliss balls recipes.

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