fruit
Recipes and ideas with fruit as an ingredient.
Raisin walnut carrot cake
This raisin walnut carrot cake is a generous, old-fashioned cake with warm spices, sweet carrots, tender crumb, and plenty of texture from chopped walnuts and golden raisins. It is the kind of cake that feels right at home at family gatherings, holiday tables, or an afternoon coffee break. Finished with a light dusting of confectioners’ sugar or your favorite cream cheese frosting, it is simple, comforting, and sweet.
Guava duff
Guava duff is a tropical variation of English plum pudding, made with sweet guava filling wrapped in a soft dough and cooked until tender. It is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert with warm spice, gentle fruit flavor, and a pleasing, hearty texture.
Banana cream pie
There are few desserts that evoke a sense of pure, nostalgic comfort quite like a classic banana cream pie. This beloved American diner staple is a beautiful harmony of simple, wonderful flavors. Imagine a crisp, buttery crust filled with slices of sweet, ripe banana, all nestled under a blanket of rich, velvety vanilla pastry cream. Topped with a cloud of freshly whipped cream, each spoonful is a delightful mix of textures and tastes.
Cranachan
This delightful treat is a celebration of Scotland's finest produce: raspberries, oats, honey, and, of course, whisky. Traditionally served at harvest time and on special occasions, it is a dish that balances rustic simplicity with elegant flavors.
Tipsy laird
A spectacular assembly of soft sponge cake, tart raspberries, rich custard, and fluffy whipped cream, all brought together in a glass bowl to show off its beautiful layers.
Clootie dumpling
A rich, dark cake, heavy with dried fruits like sultanas and currants, and warmed by the gentle heat of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Traditionally made for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations.
Cock-a-leekie soup
A masterpiece of resourcefulness, originally designed to make the most of what the land provided: chicken and leeks. When these humble ingredients simmer together slowly, they create a broth that is savory, sweet, and incredibly restorative. The leeks melt down to provide a lush sweetness, while the chicken offers rich, savory depth.
Apple tart
This classic apple tart is one of those desserts that feels cozy and elegant at the same time. We start with a simple buttery crust, fill it with tender apple slices, and finish it with a shiny jelly glaze that makes the fruit sparkle. It’s perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or any weekend when we want to bake something special without it being too complicated.
Apple turnovers
Apple turnovers are everything you want in a cozy dessert: crisp, flaky pastry wrapped around a warm, cinnamon-spiced apple filling. They’re simple to make with just a few ingredients, bake up beautifully golden, and taste like little hand-held apple pies. Perfect for using up extra apples, serving with coffee, or adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.