20 mini dessert recipes | Good Food

Whether you’re on the move or seeking a quick pick-me-up, our list of top-notch individual desserts is tailored just for you.

For those who love the outdoors, explore our curated list of the top 10 picnic desserts, ensuring your sweet treats are not only delicious but also easy to transport. Need a speedy sugar fix? Dive into our quick dessert recipes, all ready in under 30 minutes.

Creating showstopping desserts doesn’t have to be time-consuming. Explore our selection of easy dessert recipes, each triple-tested and suitable for any occasion. Plus, treating yourself shouldn’t dent your wallet. Take a look at our budget-friendly desserts for affordable yet delectable options.

Easy yet impressive mini dessert recipes

This parfait layers tart raspberry with sweet mango and a delicious oaty crumble. It’s ready in half an hour and can be prepped ahead too, so it’s perfect if you’ve got guests coming over. If you have any crumble mix leftover, you can eat it for breakfast the next day.

If you like the look of this, check out our lemon meringue parfait and raspberry & pistachio parfait.

Be transported back to your childhood with this classic butterscotch pud. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser topped with fresh cream and chocolate shavings. It serves up to six, making it a great choice for a dinner party.

If you like the look of this butterscotch pudding, take a look at this impressive looking butterscotch banana pie.

Combine chocolate and orange to make this creamy yet light dessert. It’s easy, no-cook and ready in just 10 minutes. It also packs in vitamin C as well as heart-healthy flavanoids, which are present in the dark chocolate.

Take a browse through more chocolate orange recipes, in our main collection, including this rich and creamy chocolate orange baked cheesecake.

Bake these squidgy, cinnamon-flavoured dough balls with enjoy with a your favourite brew for a next-level afternoon treat. This recipe makes approximately 20, so it’s perfect if you’re feeding a crowd.

Enjoy more sweet cinnamon recipes, such as these squidgy cinnamon rolls or cinnamon twists.

Another impressive no-cook dessert is these PB&J cheesecake squares. Top your cheesecake with jelly and cut into squares for a creamy bite-sized delight. If you’re not a fan of jelly, opt for a melted chocolate topping instead, turning these squares into peanut butter cups.

Impress family and friends with our best no-bake cheesecake recipes, including chocolate, berry, citrus and boozy options.

Ripe raspberries, succulent peaches and a crunchy granola topping come together seamlessly to create a delicious 10-minute dessert. Enjoy the vibrant flavours of summer in every spoonful of this effortless treat.

Enjoy more of our crumble recipes, from comforting classics like apple to modern twists like peanut butter berry crisp.

Revel in the simplicity of these one-step Baileys and banana trifles—an ideal dessert that caters to both kids and adults. Elevate the experience for the grown-ups with a spirited touch of Irish cream, while keeping it sweet and child-friendly for the little ones by using a tablespoon of toffee sauce.

For more multi-layered inspiration, check out our 13 next level trifle recipes.

Elevate your coffee morning with these delightful chocolate mini rolls. The buttercream is infused with peppermint extract, delivering a flavour punch that adds a distinctive touch.

If these finger-sized Swiss rolls aren’t enough to satisfy your taste buds, try one of our family-sized Swiss roll recipes.

Treat your valentine to a surprise with these mini treacle tart hearts—an excellent edible gift to make them feel truly special. While they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day, these treats are versatile enough to enjoy all year round.

Check out more of our irresistibly sticky treacle tart recipes.

Prepare a twist on traditional Turkish baklava with this distinctive Burma-style variation. Infused with spiced nuts, ricotta and chocolate, this unique version is rolled into finger-shaped portions – and can be customised to make either 96 small portions or 48 larger, indulgent servings.

Baklava is a treat often enjoyed around the celebration of Eid. Find out more about Eid in our informative guide what is Eid al-Fitr and how is it celebrated? and check out more traditional Eid sweets recipes.

Using ready-made shortcrust pastry allows you to prepare these delicate egg custard tarts in just 10 minutes. Enjoy them topped with a sprinkling of nutmeg to bring out their sweetness.

Check out more of our custard tart recipes; opt for a classic English version or a Portuguese-style pastel de nata.

These chewy American-style cookies are perfect for a fun baking experience with kids. Encourage them to take the lead and build confidence in the kitchen. For an extra-indulgent treat, make an ice cream sandwich by placing a scoop between two of these delicious cookies.

Discover more of our cookie recipes, perfect for an afternoon treat.

Craft these nostalgic teatime treats by layering jam, frangipane and icing in a homemade or store-bought pastry case.

This classic almond pastry tart can be made in all shapes and sizes, so check out more of our bakewell tart recipes.

These delightful cake pops are a breeze to make, so they’re ideal for parties. ​​Their convenient stick design adds to the charm and makes them easy to transport, minimising contact with sticky fingers and keeping your household surfaces clean.

If you’re bored of traditional birthday cake options, check out our top 20 birthday cake alternatives.

These adorable jam tarts with heart-shaped pastry toppers need only five simple ingredients. Filling them with different jams is a great way to try something a little different.

For fun and inventive ways to use leftover jam, read our guide 20 recipe ideas to use up jam.

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.

Put your pastry skills to the test with our choux pastry recipes.

Celebrate summer with these stunning mini tartlets. Fill your shortcrust pastry with a luscious layer of crème pâtissière, top with the season’s finest fruits, dust with icing sugar and finish with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios for irresistible crunch.

Embrace a touch of nostalgia with this revamped classic dessert. We’ve transformed it into individual pies for a stylish twist, worthy of any dinner party. Chocolate shavings and a banana chip add the perfect finishing touch.

Sink your spoon into more of our gooey, indulgent banoffee recipes.

These charming miniature baked cheesecakes are easy to make and look spectacular. You can adjust the toppings to use whatever fruits are in season, making them a delightful treat throughout the year.

Check out more of our baked cheesecake recipes, with all kinds of flavour twists, from cherry and blueberry to double-chocolate.

These cupcakes come together in just 35 minutes, and are ideal for a fun baking session with kids, especially when it comes to icing – let them take the lead, unless meticulous presentation is a top priority!

Discover more cupcake recipes perfect for baking with the family.

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