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    Winter desserts: 13 cosy recipes to chase away the chill

    Published: Jul 1, 2025 by Libby Hakim · Leave a Comment

    We may not look forward to the winter gloom, but these 13 favourite winter desserts will warm you up and brighten your spirits in no time. From puddings to pies, crumbles and fritters, get ready to indulge in some sweet winter treats.

    Jump to:
    • 1. Lemon Delicious
    • 2. Apple Fritters
    • 3. Sticky Date Pudding
    • 4. Creamed Rice
    • 5. Bread and Butter Pudding
    • 6. Christmas Pudding
    • 7. Chocolate Self Saucing Pudding
    • 8. Lemon Meringue Pie
    • 9. Orange and Poppy Seed Muffins
    • 10. Mandarin Cake
    • 11. Golden Syrup Dumplings
    • 12. Apple Crumble
    • 13. Butterscotch Self Saucing Pudding

    1. Lemon Delicious

    This retro favourite is soft, sweet and makes the most of winter's amazing lemon glut. Source some homegrown lemons for the ultimate result and jump straight to the Lemon Delicious Recipe.

    lemon delicious

    2. Apple Fritters

    Another fruit in abundance when the weather is at its coolest is the apple. And there's no better way to enjoy them by following this Apple Fritters Recipe.

    apple fritters.

    3. Sticky Date Pudding

    If there's an ultimate winter dessert, this must be it! And if there's an ultimate recipe for this amazing pudding, it's my mum's Sticky Date Pudding Recipe.

    sticky date pudding on plate with sauce.

    4. Creamed Rice

    It's the dreamy, creamy dessert that's just perfectly suited to mid-winter evenings. Creamed Rice is best served warm and with a good book.

    creamed rice in glass dessert dish.

    5. Bread and Butter Pudding

    This Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe delivers a classic winter dessert that transforms simple pantry staples into a warm, custardy delight.

    bread and butter pudding served with ice cream.

    6. Christmas Pudding

    Christmas falls in the snowy season in many parts of the world. But you can still enjoy a traditional Christmas Pudding in Australia during winter with Christmas in July celebrations.

    boiled christmas pudding

    7. Chocolate Self Saucing Pudding

    Sometimes the only answer to the winter frost is chocolate. Warm, molten chocolate. Sound good? Grab the Chocolate Self Saucing Pudding Recipe and watch the temperature rise.

    chocolate self saucing pudding served with strawberries and cream.

    8. Lemon Meringue Pie

    It's often served cold, but Lemon Meringue Pie can be served warm. It's pure winter sunshine – in pie form!

    lemon meringue pie slice.

    9. Orange and Poppy Seed Muffins

    Add a burst of sunshine to your winter mornings or evenings with these Orange and Poppy Seed Muffins.

    orange and poppy seed muffins.

    10. Mandarin Cake

    Bright and citrusy, this cake takes the humble mandarin and turns it into your new cool weather friend: Mandarin Cake.

    mandarin cake

    11. Golden Syrup Dumplings

    A winter comfort food that's been popular in Australia for decades. Add these Golden Syrup Dumplings to your winter wish list.

    golden syrup dumplings

    12. Apple Crumble

    It’s the kind of dessert that warms the heart and fills the kitchen with the sweet scent of lazy winter days. Apple Crumble is always a winter winner.

    apple crumble.

    13. Butterscotch Self Saucing Pudding

    Last but definitely not least is this pudding recipe. Rich butterscotch and soft, fluffy sponge – served warm with ice cream. Butterscotch Self Saucing Pudding turns winter into a dessert wonderland!

    butterscotch self saucing pudding in baking dish.

    Love this list of warming winter dessert recipes?

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