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Elderflower recipes

As well as making a refreshing cordial, the aromatic, herby flavour of elderflower is perfect in pudding, jelly and cake recipes.

Scent can vary quite a bit between trees. When you’re foraging for elderflowers, make sure you sniff the flowers on a few different trees before picking – until you find some with a fresh-not-musty scent you love. Try to avoid trees near busy roads if you can. Take a pair of sharp scissors, a couple of large bags, and off you go! Read our tips on foraging for elderflower for more information.

Need ideas for what to make with your haul? Start with a classic elderflower cordial, which can then be used to fragrance a variety of recipes – from elderflower and cucumber prosecco cocktails to an elderflower, lemon and cherry cream cake.

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Pavlova

Gooseberry and toasted coconut pavlova

This showpiece pavlova from food writer Angela Clutton anticipates summer's arrival, combining elderflowers and early-season gooseberries.

Gluten-free Make-ahead

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British puddings

Elderflower jellies with boozy cream

An effortless little pud (for grown-ups) these jellies are packed with the heady aromas of elderflower. Delightful!

Gluten-free

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Meringue

Strawberry, lemon and elderflower meringue

It doesn't get much more summery than this: crisp meringue topped with elderflower-spiked whipped cream and a pile of sweet strawberries.

Gluten-free

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Cocktails

Elderflower prosecco with cucumber

Complete any summer party with this light elderflower prosecco cocktail, garnished with cucumber ribbons for extra freshness.

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Frozen dessert

Strawberry and elderflower sorbet

You won't find a more summery dessert than our strawberry and elderflower sorbet. It's the perfect refreshing treat to cool down with on a hot day.

Dairy-free

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Elderflower

Elderflower fizz

This bubbly elderflower drink is so easy to make. Light and fragrant, it’s a good alternative to shop-bought fizz and is low in alcohol (1.5V)

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Pannacotta

Pannacotta with gooseberry and elderflower compote

A perfectly set, wobbling gooseberry pannacotta is a wonderful thing on a summer evening. Serve the creamy dessert with elderflower compote.

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Strawberries

Strawberry and elderflower fool with lemon biscuits

You'd be a fool not to try these light, summery strawberry and elderflower desserts topped with moreish lemon biscuits - for your next dinner party?

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Recipes to celebrate spring

Elderflower gin and tonic

A quick and easy cocktail recipe – try our springtime gin and tonic, made with elderflower liqueur and a sprig of fresh herbs.

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August seasonal

Blackberry, mint and elderflower fool

When it's this easy, you'd be a fool not to try it. A simple, summer blackberry fool that looks impressive but requires minimal effort.

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Elderflower

Elderflower, lemon and cherry cream flourless cake

This elderflower, lemon and cherry cream flourless cake with gorgeous pink topping and fresh cherries is a gluten-free celebration of summer.

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Canapés and cocktails

Hugo cocktails

How to make a Hugo cocktail...Transport yourself to a summery evening in Northern Italy with a refreshing cocktail of prosecco, gin and elderflower cordial.

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Make-ahead summer desserts

Elderflower syllabub pavlova

Elderflower adds a subtle sweetness to desserts and drinks. We've used elderflower for a spin on the classic pavlova. This summer dessert is bound to empress.

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Make-ahead desserts

Clodagh McKenna’s elderflower jellies

Clodagh McKenna's elderflower jelly recipe makes for a wonderful dessert. It's light and subtle flavour means it's also an ideal palate cleanser.

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Strawberries

Strawberry, elderflower and prosecco cream jellies

Make the most of seasonal strawberries with this decadent jelly recipe. Elderflower works so well with strawberry, and the prosecco gives it all a lift.