7 times it was fun to floss

Smile – fairy floss is the confection that wows and these desserts get a sweet hit from this fluffy sensation.

Could Meghan's ice cream truck produce this work of art? But you can. Source: Brett Stevens

1. Iced pistachio nougat with crisp tuille

Bright colours, summery feels - this icy dessert makes for a great celebration piece.

Source: Sarah Todd

2. Turkish delight ice-cream timbals

Turkish delight and ice-cream make their mark in this dessert. Finished with soft clouds of fairy floss, it's simple, stylish and oh-so delicious.

Could Meghan's ice cream truck produce this work of art? But you can. Source: Brett Stevens

3. Moroccan mess

This take on an Eton mess, combines meringue, cream, berries and a tangy pomegranate-and-cranberry jelly, as well.

Source: Karen Martini

4. Date cake

This Iranian-inspired cake calls for a little spice from cinnamon and cardamom, plus it is topped with a pop of Persian fairy floss for a little fun-factor.

Source: John Laurie

5. Roast peaches and basil ice-cream

A summery sensation! Shane Delia shows us how to plate-up this flavourful treat of peach, basil, yoghurt, saffron & pomegranate - talk about lush!

6. Areesh and carob lady fingers

An easy and very decadent dessert, there’s nothing quite so satisfying as the crunch of fried brik pastry giving way to molten, chocolate-flavoured ricotta.

Source: Shane Delia's Spice Journey

7. Coconut ice-cream with chilli caramel pineapple

Many ice-creams in Mexico are made in this simple manner - no eggs and no cooking. Peter Kuruvita's recipe calls on sweetened condensed milk and offers a wonderful twist with the classic pairing of pineapple and coconut, with a caramel chilli adding another great texture and a little heat.

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