These 11 boozy desserts will change your mind about chilly Winter evenings

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Tipsy pudding is a classic South African dessert – a rich sponge, creamy sauce and just a touch of brandy make this recipe a delicious hot pudding for the grown-ups. 

If you like rich chocolate puddings, these luscious Boozy chocolate coffee puddings are just for you! Serve with a little vanilla ice cream and a splash of chocolate liqueur. 

Malva pudding goes extra luxurious with this recipe. Caramel malva pudding with cognac pears is a dish that will delight and impress any guests. 

If you’re feeding a crowd, a layer cake is your best solution. Take advantage of delicious winter citrus with this Orange liqueur cake with cream cheese frosting.

For a dessert you can make ahead of time, a tiramisu is always a winner. Make it the day before and store in the fridge or wrap it up for easy transportation. Serve with hot coffee for a heavenly finish to a great meal. 

Pumpkins and cinnamon is another great combination, and they come together beautifully in this warming recipe. Grab a pack of frozen phyllo pastry from the freezer aisle of your supermarket, and throw these crisp Pumpkin pies together in no time. Serve with a cinnamon rum syrup – delicious! 

Looking for more chocolate? This recipe for a Dark chocolate coffee mousse with Amarula is just for you! We challenge you to only eat one…

Cupcakes make an appearance on our list, too but this time we’ve added a little whisky to keep you warm. These are perfect for a grown-up winter birthday party. 

Whiskey & Dark Chocolate ganache cupcakes

If you’re not in the mood for a full serving of dessert, then a boozy cocktail is what you need. This spiced rum hot chocolate is definitely not for the kids.

This Wild Coffee cocktail takes a simple coffee and jazzes it up with spices and cream liqueur. 

Don Pedro’s are a great SA dessert treat, but these ones are on another level. Amarula and malva pudding are added to vanilla ice cream, giving you a Don Pedro like no other. 

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