Blackberry recipes

Enjoy these blackberry and almond cake slices for afternoon tea, or as dessert served with vanilla ice cream. They're made with fresh blackberries and jam

Make this blackberry smoothie part of a festive non-alcoholic drinks menu. It's delightfully sweet and sharp, with banana, stem ginger and pomegranate juice

Make a batch of blackberry muffins for a mid-morning treat. Use fresh or frozen blackberries, or go foraging to find some in the summer months

Ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg give this beetroot and blackberry smoothie a warm kick - perfect for a morning or afternoon pick-me-up

Layers of frozen yogurt are given a crunchy contrast with an oaty biscuit base in this impressive pud - a great alternative to cheesecake

Blackberries are delicious in savoury sauces, and this version is the perfect match for the richly flavoured venison

Creamy overnight oats with yogurt, macadamia nuts and cinnamon - pop this Swiss-style muesli in a tupperware for an on-the-go breakfast

Impress your friends and family with this fabulous celebration cake

Master victoria sponge cake with this recipe for younger cooks, which features an easy-to-follow method. Kids can adapt it with different jams and fruits

Swap your regular porridge topping with this blackberry, mixed seed and white chocolate recipe. It's sure to prove a hit with the whole family for breakfast

Turn a traditional Bonfire Night treat of freshly baked parkin into James Martin's irresistible layered dinner party dessert that can be assembled early and chilled until serving

Make this comforting pudding using fresh late summer produce. Tangy apples and tart blackberries are topped with an attractive lattice pastry design

This vibrant and versatile fruit sauce is perfect for serving with ice cream, pancakes or layered up in creamy desserts

This unbelievably creamy cheesecake has a sumptuous berry syrup and the crunch of toasted hazelnuts to top it off - ideal for feeding a crowd

Try a twist on your regular porridge in the morning with this healthy blackberry and apple oat bake. Serve with milk or yogurt and maple syrup

Try this toasted treat for a quick lunch or brunch with a difference. Smooth ricotta goes well with the sweet-sharp berries

A classic teatime treat made using ingredients that are proud to be British

Turn your foraged fruit into this versatile blackberry jelly – it's delicious paired with sharp cheddar or spread over scones. Make sure you use ripe, juicy berries

Tangy blackberries give these classic boozy ice lollies a fruity kick - a fun alternative to frozen cocktails

Use up an abundance of blackberries with these irresistible chocolate and berry cupcakes - they're almost too pretty to eat

After a day of blackberrying, what could be nicer than turning your bounty into homemade liqueur?

Use up seasonal fruit in mini almond tarts with frangipane filling and crisp shortcrust cases – best served with thick clotted cream

A moist fruit sponge, packed with the best seasonal produce with a touch of almond and cinnamon too

Try a twist on layered sponge cake with blackberries, zesty oranges and marmalade in place of your usual filling. Pipe the topping for a professional look