It may not the be the end to the year we had hoped for, but here’s hoping London’s desserts will always bring a moment of pure joy.

Black Forest brownie: Breid
Virunga 70% chocolate brownie layered with cherry compote, silky-smooth dark chocolate ganache, blobs of dense, pudding-like chocolate crèmeux and chocolate shavings on top. Breid does a slightly different version of the Black Forest brownie after December too.
Arch 72 Dunbridge St, London E2 6JG

Black Forest cake: Cake hole
Moist chocolate sponge cake with cherry syrup, big juicy black cherries and generous layers of airy, whipped cream cheese frosting.
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Santa’s milk & cookies: Yolkin
Two huge macarons with creamy vanilla ice cream and chunks of chocolate chip cookie dough throughout. No matter the season, Yolkin’s macarons always have that perfect, crisp-and-chewy texture.
24 Rupert St, London W1D 6DQ

Chocolate orange bun: Karma Bread
Light, fluffy vanilla brioche with orange zest and juice, a filling of orange and white chocolate custard, plus dark chocolate drizzles on top. Available until New Year’s Eve!
13 S End Rd, London NW3 2PT