Quick desserts recipes
Don’t have time for an intricate homemade tart or multi-layered cake? Fast desserts don’t necessarily compromise on flavour and wow-factor: flash-cooked crêpes suzettes are impressive and delicious, while simple syllabubs and macerated summer fruits make the most out of a few ingredients. Throw-together parfaits and fruit fools also need no time in order to create a fancy look.
by James Martin
Halved plums are covered in a light batter and then baked in the oven to make this traditional French dessert. British plums are at their best in September, so make the most of them then and try this simple pud.
