Make the most of your plums, berries and cherries

<p>Summer may be drawing to a close (sob), but that doesn&rsquo;t mean those sunshine flavours have to go away for another year just yet. Soft summer fruits like <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/berries-cherries/asda-growers-selection-blueberries/910002995613" target="_blank">blueberries</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/berries-cherries/asda-growers-selection-blackberries/81159233" target="_blank">blackberries</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/berries-cherries/asda-farm-stores-raspberries/910003101908" target="_blank">raspberries</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/berries-cherries/asda-growers-selection-strawberries/910000087740" target="_blank">strawberries</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/peaches-plums-nectarines-apricots/asda-farm-stores-nectarines/1000006244247" target="_blank">nectarines</a> and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/peaches-plums-nectarines-apricots/asda-farm-stores-plums/910003095318" target="_blank">plums</a> are still around (just about), so make the most of them while you still can.</p><p>In fact, some of the later summer fruits, like plums and raspberries, are only just reaching their prime, and are finally at their biggest, juiciest and most flavoursome! Now&rsquo;s the time to get involved.</p><p>From sophisticated French desserts to celebration cakes with a fruity surprise, check out our favourite ways to indulge in the last of the summer fruits below.</p><h2>Raspberry millefeuille</h2><p>Growing until mid-October in the UK, raspberries are one of the latest of the summer fruits meaning they&rsquo;re available right through autumn too - lucky us!</p><p>Use them in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/raspberry-millefeuille" target="_blank">this delicate millefeuille tower</a>: flaky pastry layered with soft berries and clouds of cream with a little Greek yogurt stirred through to offset the richness. The perfect summer pud, this sophisticated tower is sure to steal the show at any summer soirée or backyard barbie.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="raspberry-millefeuille__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/raspberry-millefeuille__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Nectarine tarte tatin</h2><p>In season from May until September, early nectarines tend to be slightly more acidic in taste, making them great for fruit salads and smoothies, while the later fruits are a lot sweeter and softer and work brilliantly when stewed down or baked, like in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cheats-nectarine-tarte-tatin" target="_blank">this cheat&rsquo;s tarte tatin.</a></p><p>Sweet nectarines break down and caramelise much easier than a traditional tatin&rsquo;s apples, taking a lot of the guessing work out of this traditional French pud. Use ready-rolled puff pastry and this infamously demanding sweet becomes a walk in the park. Easy peasy!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="cheats-nectarine-tarte-tatin__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/cheats-nectarine-tarte-tatin__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Berry & passion fruit yogurt pots</h2><p>Summer berries are perfect for a light breakfast on warm and balmy days. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/berry-passion-fruit-yogurt-pots" target="_blank">This simple compote</a> served with yogurt and toasted oats can be made with either frozen fruits, or fresh berries that are looking a little past their best. You could even pop it into a preserve jar to take to work as a tasty snack.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="berry-passion-fruit-yogurt-pots__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/berry-passion-fruit-yogurt-pots__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>RED PLUM CLAFOUTIS</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/red-plum-clafoutis" target="_blank">This French set custard-like dessert</a> is traditionally made with <a href="http://groceries.asda.com/product/berries-cherries/asda-growers-selection-cherries/1000042812795" target="_blank">black cherries</a> and is served slightly warm with a dusting of icing sugar. <a href="http://groceries.asda.com/product/peaches-plums-nectarines-apricots/asda-farm-stores-plums/910003095318" target="_blank">Plums</a> add a British orchard twist to our version.</p><p>A clafoutis rises as it bakes then sinks back as it cools. Don&rsquo;t worry &ndash; this dense, eggy custard texture is exactly what you're looking for!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="red_dessert_french__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/red_dessert_french__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Pimm&rsquo;s summer pudding slice</h2><p>All the sunshine tastes of the Great British summer <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pimms-summer-pudding-slice" target="_blank">in one pud</a>! This elegant British classic is perfect for making ahead of time, easing the pressure off entertaining crowds at home. For a family-friendly version, leave out the <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/liqueurs/pimms-spirit-drink-no.-1/910000246823" target="_blank">Pimm&rsquo;s</a> and use <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/lemonade/asda-lemonade/18975" target="_blank">lemonade</a>.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="pimms__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pimms__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>FRUIT & MASCARPONE SANDWICH CAKE</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/fruit-mascarpone-sandwich-cake" target="_blank">A fruity showstopper cake</a> like this would be perfect to rustle up for a hot summer's day afternoon treat. Top with any fruit you fancy, but soft sponge and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/mozzarella-mascarpone/asda-mascarpone-cheese/910001327509" target="_blank">creamy mascarpone</a> work perfectly with tart, juicy berries like raspberries, strawberries and blueberries.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="fruit-marscapone-sandwich-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/fruit-marscapone-sandwich-cake__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Blueberry Surprise gâteau</h2><p>Already spectacular, this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/blueberry-gateau" target="_blank">blueberry surprise dessert</a> has even more of a wow-factor when you cut into it! Make sure your eggs and butter are at room temperature to achieve a light and fluffy sponge.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="blueberry-gateau-cake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/blueberry-gateau-cake_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Feeling inspired to get the last of the summer fruit? Make sure you stock up on everything you need at <a href="http://www.asda.com/" target="_blank">Asda</a> or <a href="http://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store</a>. </em></p>

7 ways to indulge in the last of the summer fruits

By ASDA Admin,9th August 2018

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