Savour it one sweet spoonful at a time. Don’t feel like making custard? Just serve this English comfort classic with thickened cream or ice-cream instead. Or, for something different, drench it with ...

Served hot with a runny pouring cream, or at room temperature with ice-cream, these open tarts are filled with a mixture of treacle and golden syrup, making them the perfect winter dessert. Place ...

Deliciously sticky and sweet, very old-fashioned and comforting, this tart is best served with lots of good-quality pouring cream. Warm is best as well, as it can feel slightly heavy when eaten cold.