peach, fennel, cobbler, vanilla, custard, pudding, pudding recipe, dessert Bethany Ferguson peach, fennel, cobbler, vanilla, custard, pudding, pudding recipe, dessert Bethany Ferguson

Peach, Fennel and Pistachio Cobbler with Lavender Creme Anglaise

I think cobblers are such underrated puddings - what’s not to love about sticky, syrupy fruit with a light and gooey sponge which soaks up all the fruit juices, a crispy topping and a creamy, rich custard on the side. I added fennel seeds because they go so well with peaches and the crunchy pistachios added more texture too. Adding some lavender to the vanilla custard is a complete game changer - it just gives a slightly floral hint which worked really well with the other flavours. Not the most refined of puddings, but definitely one of the tastiest.

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Cherry Amaretto Frangipane Galette

For me, cherry and almond is the perfect combination and my frangipane galette has everything I want in a pudding - crisp pastry, gooey almond frangipane, sweet fruit, the crunch of nuts and a hint of booze. Serve with vanilla ice cream for the perfect dinner party pudding.

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