Fruit

A hidden layer of tart passion fruit perfectly complements the tropical flavours of coconut. Mango or pineapple compote would work equally well.

Clafoutis is a pudding that originates from Limousin in south central France. Traditionally made with cherries, it works just as well with plump seasonal plums. Serve warm with a dollop of crème fraîche

This pudding is both British and American in inspiration. It’s the cream in the topping that makes it extra special, giving it a rich and buttery deliciousness, just like the very best shortbread

Always a hit with a crowd, this fluffy coconut sponge has an ‘ooh-look-at-that’ layer of passion fruit and coconut sauce lying underneath

The sorbet would also be lovely as an aperitif served as a small scoop in a glass of Champagne or prosecco

Muhallebi is a sweet, creamy milk pudding, popular across Turkey and the Middle East, that’s perfect topped with a tangy pomegranate jelly

‘Rather than icing sugar, you can also dust the soufflés with cocoa; chocolate and passion fruit are a match made in heaven,' says chef Tristan Welch

This beautifully indulgent dessert is actually very easy to make – ideal for a gathering when you don’t want to be chained to the kitchen. Seasonal figs would work well in place of plums if you prefer

This simple combination of sweetened cream and wine has been gracing British pudding tables for well over 300 years