There is nothing quite like a home-baked fruit dessert, so create a little nostalgia in your kitchen with 50 comforting and easy-to-follow recipes based on seasonal fruits and rely more on good fresh ingredients than fancy preparation.

What could be more inviting and guaranteed to take the edge off of a cold winter's day than an apple crumble warm from the oven or a just-baked plum cobbler, bubbling up with rich juices?

The old-time fruit desserts included in this collection are all homely recipes and you'll find all of your best-loved bakes in one place from apple pie to peach cobbler, from rhubarb crumble to cherry clafoutis.

Whether you are searching for the perfect ending to a relaxed dinner party or cosy family treat for any night of the week, these quick and easy-to-prepare ideas will soon become firm favourites.