Create a chic three-course dinner at home with a bright burrata starter, slow-braised beef short ribs and rich chocolate-cherry brownies to impress
Bring the buzz of your favourite restaurant home with this polished yet relaxed three-course menu from John Gregory-Smith. Perfect for entertaining, it’s the kind of cooking that looks impressive without feeling overworked. For more hosting tips to elevate your dinner parties with minimal effort, read our foodie hacks for easy entertaining. Then check out more effortless entertaining recipes and winter comfort foods that are perfect crowdpleasers for the winter months. John Gregory-Smith is a chef, Instagram sensation and bestselling author of seven cookbooks. He is a presenter on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch and BBC’s Morning Live. His latest book, The Greatest Traybake Cookbook Ever, is out late January. Follow him on Instagram @johngs. Starter Blood orange, burrata and fennel salad "This seriously swanky starter is made with some of my favourite winter produce: tart blood oranges and crisp fennel, doused in a lovely, tangy dressing," says John. "The burrata (as always) steals the show and, to help you get that effortless ooze, just get it out of the fridge an hour before serving". Main Wine-braised short ribs with creamy polenta "This really is restaurant-quality food at home," John says. "Just don’t tell anyone how easy it is. Ask your butcher for bone-in short ribs and let them braise low and slow in the sauce until they are melt-in-the-mouth tender. You can make these well ahead of time – simply reheat in the sauce before you serve. Enjoy with creamy polenta and greens." Dessert Dark chocolate and cherry brownies "These are the ultimate fudgy chocolate brownies, made extra special with a little splash of kirsch," John says. "The trick to getting that gorgeous gooey centre is to slightly under-bake the brownies and then pop them in the fridge to stop the cooking process. You can serve them chilled – or let them come to room temperature, which is my favourite way to enjoy them. I find they have the best flavour and texture like that."
Warm up the season with comforting, wintry dishes that bring big flavour to the table, perfect for slow evenings, good company and a touch of fireside calm
As the days draw in and the cold settles, the kitchen becomes a place to linger. This is the moment for generous flavours, slow-cooked comfort and dishes that invite people to gather. Whether you’re craving something rich and bubbling from the oven or a bowl that brings instant warmth, these recipes lean into the pleasure of winter cooking – relaxed, rustic and made for sharing. Light the candles, pour a glass of something good and settle in. Looking for more cosy cooking inspiration? Try our comfort food recipes, hearty pasta recipes and traybake dinner recipes for further inspiration. Cosy winter feasting recipes Ham hock, spinach and cheeseboard lasagne Turn your leftover festive cheese and ham into a lush, crowd-pleasing lasagne. Mix and match whatever you have in the fridge: grated cheddar, gruyère or any firm cheese; softer cheeses can be crumbled into the sauce. The ricotta provides a smooth, creamy base for the cooked ham, creating easy layers with plenty of flavour. Bring it to the table bubbling hot and serve with a crisp green salad for balance. Slow roast rotisserie-style chicken with chicken fat potatoes This uses a classic three-turn method in which the chicken is cooked first on either side, then on its back. This helps redistribute the juices and keeps the flesh extra moist. Soy butter and mushroom pappardelle Meaty mushrooms and mouth-warming sichuan peppercorns make this a lovely bowl of comfort. Using pappardelle or tagliatelle as a substitute for flat noodles works well and gives you that essential slippery mouthfeel. Chocolate truffle cake This flourless cake is rich, indulgent and perfect for after dinner. The cake puffs up then falls after baking, creating a delicious fudgy texture. We’ve given it a seasonal makeover, piling it high with chestnut cream, borrowed from the classic Alpine dessert.
Impress guests over the festive season with our best Christmas baking ideas, from classic mince pies, stollen and Christmas fruit cake to decorated cookies
Looking for the best indulgent Christmas baking recipes? We've got everything from Christmas cookies to classic mince pies, Baileys chocolate tiffin to Christmas cupcakes, plus a crowd-pleasing white chocolate Christmas cake to treat yourself and loved ones during the festive season. We've also got plenty more indulgent Christmas pudding and dessert recipes to serve to your family and friends during the holidays. For quick and easy festive entertaining, check out our no-cook Christmas entertaining ideas, or for fun bakes which mash up festive flavours, check out our Christmas mash-up recipes. Get the big day off to a delicious start with our Christmas breakfast ideas and if you're looking for last-minute present ideas for the foodie in your life, our homemade edible Christmas gifts are sure to bring a smile to their face. Best Christmas baking ideas Bûche de Noël Serve this bûche de noël for a Christmas dessert showpiece. This festive log features layers of chocolate sponge, chantilly cream and chocolate buttercream. Cinnamon biscuits These crisp iced biscuits are flavoured with warming cinnamon and ginger spices. They are sure to fill your kitchen with enticing festive aromas. Buttermint madeleines Edd Kimber reimagines the nostalgic flavour of Murray Mints in these festive madeleines, made with browned butter and finished with a smooth white chocolate shell – perfect for afternoon tea. Classic mince pies It's just not Christmas without a mince pie. Making your own shortcrust pastry is easy, and investing in decent shop-bought mincemeat makes all the difference. Make-ahead Christmas cake Get ahead for Christmas by baking this classic festive fruit cake, covered in marzipan and fondant icing. With gentle spices, citrus flavours and ginger wine, this easy bake is full of flavour and sure to impress a crowd. Classic stollen This gently spiced, festive bake is bursting with dried fruit and marzipan. A great homemade gift or afternoon pick-me-up. Baileys cake A real showstopper of a cake, this three-tiered beauty is all dark chocolate and Baileys Irish Cream. It's perfect for an impressive Christmas dessert. Vegan gingerbread men Enjoy some festive nostalgia with a batch of vegan gingerbread men. They're easy to bake and fun to decorate. Stollen bites Make these pretty stollen bites for a fun Christmas baking project – you can use any mixed dried fruit, such as cranberries, sour cherries or apricots. Gingerbread cupcakes These moreish spiced cupcakes are great fun to make over the festive season for the whole family. Vegan Christmas cake Everyone will enjoy a slice of this Christmas cake, which can be baked and matured up to eight weeks before Christmas. Feed the cake weekly with your choice of brandy, rum or whisky for extra moisture and a warming flavour. Stollen buns The marzipan and dried fruit in stollen are quintessential Christmas flavours, reworked here into a snowball-like bun by London's Fortitude Bakehouse. Gluten-free chocolate fudge cake Turn your hand to baking this festive chocolate fudge cake this Christmas, which just happens to be gluten free. Cozonac Bake this sweet Christmas bread from Prestige Patisserie in Tottenham this Christmas. It’s studded with raisins, nuts, chocolate and Turkish delight and infused with rum. Pistachio and cherry nougat pandoro Cut corners by assembling this impressive festive centrepiece with shop-bought pandoro – it’s a bake which will get everyone in the festive spirit. Gingerbread pie Bake this glorious gingerbread pie, showcasing a blend of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice, for a Christmas bake that’s designed to impress. Chocolate panettone We've given this sweet Italian bread a decadent twist with dark chocolate – the perfect treat to serve visitors over the festive season. Tiramis-czhoux tower You can guarantee friends and family haven’t come across this hybrid before, where balls of choux pastry are stuffed with coffee-drenched ladyfingers and boozy pastry cream. Christmas lamingtons Give lamingtons a festive makeover in this recipe from Morny Bakehouse, with white chocolate icing, a cherry yuzu jam centre and a buttercream crown. Christmas pavlova Individual pavlovas are filled with caramelised pineapple, topped with vanilla-infused cream and finished with a passionfruit coulis. This is a truly showstopping dessert by Covent Garden restaurant, Ave Mario. Christmas tart Fill a shop-bought tart case with brandy-soaked dried fruit and two types of almond for an effortless festive dessert, best eaten with brandy butter. Pandoro semifreddo This easy yet standout pandoro recipe is sure to bring the wow factor to any Christmas table. The chocolate and amaretto semifreddo is all encased in an Italian pandoro bread and topped with a crown of crunchy pistachios. Ecclefechan tarts A must-try alternative to festive mince pies, flavoured with very strong tea, grape molasses and brown butter. Christmas crumble Expand your Christmas repertoire with this festive take on your fave pud. Use up left-over mincemeat – jarred or homemade – for extra flavour. Lebkuchen Honey-sweetened German treats spiced with cinnamon and ginger, lebkuchen are famously festive biscuits. Bake a batch this winter to really get into the Christmas market spirit. Vegan raspberry and lemon trifle Impress your guests with this classic layered dessert. The easy homemade custard uses vanilla-flavoured soya milk and gives a traditional flavour and colour to the custard. Caribbean rum cake This decadent and boozy cake from Caribbean chef Keshia Sakarah is fed with spiced rum and traditionally served during the festive season. Panforte This Italian dessert is popular during the festive season. Chewy, nutty and sweet, it's packed with pistachios, almonds and dried fruits. Florentines A great little Christmas treat to bake at home. Hang them from ribbons as an edible Christmas tree decoration or stack them on a plate and enjoy with a comforting cup of tea over the festive season. Christmas fudge Check out this festive gingerbread fudge that takes just a few minutes to prepare. You can easily double the recipe to make two batches, so you have plenty for gifting. Christmas biscuits Looking for a foodie festive activity to do with children? Our spiced Christmas biscuits make perfect edible decorations to hang from your tree or mantle. You can leave them out for Santa or wrap them up as a gift, the possibilities are endless! Rum and raisin cake Stir up this make-ahead Christmas cake with a spiced, boozy twist and your kitchen will be filled with alluring, festive smells. Chocolate yule log Need a show-stopping dessert recipe to impress guests over the Christmas period? Check out our indulgent festive yule log with a boozy Baileys cream and crunchy hazelnut brittle, the perfect festive bake. Baileys chocolate tiffin Looking for an easy edible gift to give friends over the festive season? Check out these indulgent chocolate tiffins with our favourite Christmas drink in solid chocolate form. You don’t have to include the edible glitter but it does give added bling. Check out our other Baileys recipes here. Christmas cupcakes Looking for Christmas treats to bake? Soak up the cuteness of our melted chocolate snowmen cupcakes. These easy-to-make cupcakes are great fun to bake with the whole family and make for quick and easy Christmas party food. Street cart soft pretzels Soft yet slightly chewy, with a dark golden skin from being boiled before baking, these pretzels are slow-fermented for a richly flavoured dough. Finish with fat crystals of salt. Indonesian pandan, raspberry and white chocolate blondies Pandan and raspberries give a colourful and festive edge to these blondies, while the tartness offsets the sweet white chocolate perfectly. White snowball cake Need a show-stopping cake to serve family and friends over the festive season? Check out our indulgent white chocolate Christmas cake recipe. It might not be snowing outside, but one bite of this cake and you'll feel like you're in a winter wonderland. Filled with coconut and covered in white chocolate, it's sweet and indulgent. Sour cherry stollen bars Looking for Christmas treats to bake? Jazz up your stollen this Christmas with our easy sour cherry flavoured bars. The ingredients list may look lengthy but it’s all about building up the textures and flavours to make this the most moreish bar ever – way better than regular stollen. Check out our best cherry recipes here. Snowball madeleines Give the English madeleine a festive spin by infusing with the flavours of a classic snowball cocktail. After Eight cake This showstopping cake is a glorious combination of chocolate and mint that makes an excellent dessert for a festive party. White chocolate cranberry cheesecake blondies Make your blondies extra special with a festive sprinkling of cranberry flavour and a swirl of decadent cheesecake filling. White Christmas cake Want a show-stopping easy Christmas bake? Check out our super light vanilla cake, an easy alternative to serve on Christmas Day in place of a normal fruit cake. In order to keep the colour as white as possible, use a very light-coloured butter such as Lurpak or keep beating the butter until it lightens in colour. Looking for other show-stopping cake recipes? Click here. Mexican chocoflan This festive flan cake, featuring chocolate, caramel and cinnamon, is known as 'flan imposible' and combines two popular Mexican desserts. Black cake Make this classic Caribbean as a Christmas cake alternative – featuring port, dark rum and dried fruits, it's rich and decadent (and amazing at Christmas). Black forest gateau Turn the clock back with our nostalgic black forest cake with a modern twist. Christmas rocky road Traditional digestives are swapped for ginger biscuits, whilst cranberries and pistachios add some festive colour in this crowd-pleasing Christmas rocky road. Whisky crumble mince pies We've added a splash of booze and morello cherries to this classic Christmas treat and topped with buttery crumble for extra indulgence. Moldavian layered pie with hemp cream Traditionally made on Christmas Eve in Eastern Romania, this pie sees layers of flatbread soaked in a honey syrup and spread with a hemp seed filling. Rum and almond fruit cake Want an easy fruit cake with no fuss? Impress your guests this Christmas and jazz up your cake with rum and a simple almond buttercream. Make it now or save the recipe to whip up an easy Christmas baking idea. Nepali spiced fruit and nut tart Cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger give this nutty tart a real festive edge. With a kick of spiced rum, it's a grown-up dessert that's perfect for Christmas. Baileys truffles Treat someone special this Christmas with these melt-in-the-mouth chocolate truffles with a boozy kick from Baileys cream. Gluten-free mince pies Christmas baking, gluten-free style. These boozy mince pies with meringue tops don't compromise on flavour or texture, plus they look impressive, too. Boozy mincemeat pie Want a boozy pie to feed a crowd over the festive season? Our elegant recipe turns the humble mince pie into a fantastic Christmas dessert. Use shop-bought shortcrust pastry and a good-quality mincemeat to save time. Finish with a dusting of silvery icing sugar. Click here for other exciting sweet pie recipes... Chocolate-dipped honeycomb Looking for easy edible gifts for Christmas treats to bake at home? Ready in 20 minutes, our quick and super fun honeycomb recipe is dipped in dark, milk and white chocolate, the perfect Christmas treat for someone with a sweet tooth. Try one of our other edible gift ideas here... Russian honey cake Check out our impressive Russian cake recipe with moreish burnt-honey icing. This layer cake takes a bit of effort to make but it's the perfect cake to show off to friends and family for any special occasion over the festive season. This Russian honey cake recipe is created by original GBBO winner and expert baker Edd Kimber. Baileys fudge Homemade fudge is a great little sweet treat for Christmas. Perfect with coffee to finish off a meal or as an energy booster, it keeps for up to a month in an airtight container. Plus we've got an easy how-to video and it only requires 4 ingredients, the perfect festive bake. Spiced rum bamkuchen Present this show-stopping dessert on Christmas Day for an impressive festive bake, packed with golden marzipan and dark rum. Slice it open to reveal the many layers which will wow your guests. It might take a bit of time to prepare, but it's worth the effort! Try more of our boozy cake and bakes here. Clementine yoghurt cake Move over Christmas fruit cake, our gluten free festive clementine cake is in town and it's zesty and super moist. Slice it up and watch everyone come running for a piece of this fruity and sweet, yogurty deliciousness. Mini Viennese mince pies How do you make mini mince pies taste even better? Add even more buttery goodness with a Viennese swirl biscuit topping, zesty oranges and boozy amaretto of course! Cranberry and ginger tiffin Make this simple, indulgent tiffin to treat someone you love this Christmas. You can swap the white chocolate for dark or milk – go for the recipient’s favourite. The cranberry and ginger flavours really lift the buttery biscuit. Ready in only 30 minutes. Gingerbread Advent cookies Looking for fun Christmas baking ideas? Make your own edible Advent calendar with our quick and easy gingerbread cookie recipe. The kids can eat them one day at a time or all at once! We have more biscuit recipes here. White chocolate roulade with Baileys Treat your loved ones to a great dessert with this luxurious festive bake made with white chocolate and Baileys. It's easy to make and requires very little effort – prepare it next time you host a festive dinner party. Chocolate, hazelnut and cinnamon kugelhupf Kugelhupf is a light Christmas cake similar to brioche or baba and is popular in central Europe. This version is made with chocolate, hazelnut and cinnamon, a great alternative to the traditional British Christmas cake recipe. Plus, it's easy to make, too. Christmas muffins These tangerine and marzipan muffins are easy to make and ready in under an hour – serve with an afternoon cup of tea or for an indulgent festive breakfast treat.
Try our favourite Christmas sides, from classic brussels sprouts to indulgent cauliflower cheese, roasted carrots and parsnips, we've got trimmings covered
Looking for the best Christmas side dishes? From brussels sprouts to red cabbage and roast parsnips, plus winter greens and indulgent gratin recipes, we've covered all bases. We also have plenty of Christmas trimmings ideas, from pigs in blankets to the perfect gravy. Once the sides are sorted, find out how to cook the perfect turkey with our expert guide. If you're going all-out vegetarian this Christmas, try our Christmas vegetarian recipes. Make sure you try our best roast potato recipes for perfectly crispy, golden-brown spuds. After, take a look at our festive entertaining ideas for more inspiration. Explore our christmas breakfast recipes packed with seasonal flavours to get the big day off to a great start. Need last-minute inspiration? For quick and easy festive entertaining, check out our no-cook Christmas entertaining ideas. Jump to: Brussels sprouts recipes Carrot recipes for Christmas Christmas Cabbage recipes Parsnip recipes for Christmas Christmas greens recipes Vegetable gratin recipes Christmas stuffing recipes Roasted root recipes Christmas roast potato recipes Easy Christmas side dish recipes Brussels sprouts recipes The Christmas side dish that everyone loves to hate. We've given some love to this versatile veg in our collection of brussels sprouts recipes. Air fryer Brussels sprouts All you need is an air fryer and a splash of olive oil to get the most out of brussels sprouts. Cacio e pepe sprouts Take your Christmas feast to the next level with these jazzed up salt and pepper sprouts tossed with pecorino cheese. Sticky miso roast sprouts Sprouts will be the favourite side dish this Christmas thanks to our sticky miso roast sprouts recipe. Marmalade-glazed sprouts with chestnuts Give Christmas sprouts an effortless twist with marmalade, chestnuts and thyme. Frying steamed sprouts in butter lends colour and a velvety shine to your veg. 'Nduja-fried sprouts Jazz up your sprouts this Christmas with punchy 'nduja. ’Nduja adds a touch of fiery spice in this easy brussels sprouts recipe, ready in 30 minutes. Caramelised shallots and brussels sprouts Try our gluten free caramelised shallots and brussels sprouts for an easy but moreish side to go with your Christmas dinner. Caramelising the shallots and the sprouts gives this classic side a deeper flavour, and the calvados adds an extra zing. Sprouts with ginger and orange Spruce up your sprouts with warming ginger and zesty orange to make sure everyone will be coming back for more. Soy and sesame sautéed sprouts This Asian soy and sesame twist on brussels sprouts makes a great alternative way to serve this unloved veg for Christmas dinner. Check out more of our Christmas dinner ideas here Carrot recipes for Christmas From citrus-flavoured baby carrots to a Middle Eastern-inspired salad and Gochujang roasted root veg, see our festive carrot ideas below, then check out more carrot recipes. Roasted baby carrots Clementines add a festive touch, and lemon lifts the whole dish in our vegetable side dish recipe. Roasted whole baby carrots look beautiful, and feel that little bit more special than 'carrot coins'. Middle Eastern roast carrot salad with herby carrot top yogurt Impress your friends and family this Christmas with our zesty carrot salad. It's easy to make, and a great way to use up carrot tops as well. Gochujang roasted root veg Carrots come dressed in gochujang, sesame, soy and lime before being roasted until tender and golden. Serve scattered with spring onions and lime wedges to squeeze over. Roast carrots and parsnips A simple side to any roast dinner. These roasted carrots and parsnips are quick to prepare before cooking and will elevate any dish you serve them with. Red cabbage recipes for Christmas Sticky, spiced red cabbage not only brings a touch of flavour to Christmas meats like turkey, but also fill your house with wonderful festive flavours whilst cooking. Discover more of our red cabbage recipes, from slow-cooked dishes to crunchy salads. Red cabbage with redcurrant jelly Adding redcurrant jelly and balsamic vinegar gives this red cabbage a sweet and sour edge. If you want to get ahead, this veggie side can be made up to two days before and reheated on Christmas Day to save time. Braised red cabbage with apples Want an easy vegetable side dish for your Christmas Day feast? John Torode’s braised red cabbage side dish is spruced up with apples, smoked bacon, cinnamon and orange zest, and given a boozy red wine hit for a festive feast. Spiced red cabbage This slow cooked red cabbage and apple dish spiced with cinnamon is fragrant and warming. Just 20 minutes of preparation is required from you to make this veggie side dish, a simple side for your Christmas dinner. Parsnips recipes for Christmas Serve a traybake of crispy parsnips glazed in honey or with one of our special flavour twists like whisky or salt and pepper. Then try more perfect parsnip recipes. Honey roasted parsnips Bring an extra serving of veg to your Christmas dinner with crispy, golden, honey roasted parsnips. Whisky-and-maple-glazed roast parsnips Take your parsnips up a notch with a boozy hit of whisky and the sweetness of maple syrup. Salt and pepper roast parsnips Try our sweet parsnips with a hot, peppery edge for a vegetable side dish. They're super easy to make and require minimum effort. Parmesan-baked parsnips This alternative Christmas side dish recipe sees thin parsnip fries tossed in Parmesan, polenta, English mustard powder and salt, then fried until crisp. Greens recipes for Christmas Long-stemmed broccoli, grain tabbouleh and romesco sauce Make this impressive broccoli side for when you have vegan friends over for a festive feast. Kale with raisins and pine nuts This is a seasonal selection of veg if ever we did see one. Serve this bed of peppery kale, succulent raisins and sweet, garlicky shallots alongside your turkey on Christmas Day. Winter greens with pine nuts, chilli and garlic Get some greens into your Christmas dinner side dish spread. An easy way to feed a crowd, this punchy dish of winter greens with pine nuts, chilli and garlic is ready in just 20 minutes. Crisp greens with shallot, pancetta and chestnut butter Try this new take on brussels sprouts for your Christmas dinner. You can have the greens blanched and butter made for this in advance, then you just need to heat through to serve. Charred Hispi cabbage with parmesan dressing This recipe makes for a perfect side dish at dinner parties. The creamy dressing is layered with flavour from the parmesan, mustard and lemon, and pairs perfectly with the sweet, charred cabbage. Kale with parsnips and cream Want an easy veggie dish for your festive dinner? Check out this kale recipe with parsnips. Kale has a robust texture and flavour and can be used instead of cabbage or spinach in recipes. Cooked with parsnips, cream and nutmeg it makes an indulgent Christmas vegetable side dish. Vegetable gratin recipes for Christmas With luxuriously creamy fillings and a crisp top, these cheesy baked vegetable gratins are the ultimate indulgent side for your festive fest. Check out more of our gratin recipes. Brussels sprouts gratin This epic festive side dish combines brussels sprouts with streaky bacon, baked until golden and crisp. Winter veg tian Impress friends and family over the Christmas season with our stunning vegetable tian recipe. We love the look of golden and candy beetroots but if you can’t find them, simply replace with extra purple beetroots, celeriac and swede. Check out our best beetroot recipes here. Leek gratin with crispy leek topping Elevate your Christmas feast with a delightful twist on a classic favourite. Transform traditional leek sauce into an extraordinary veg side with this delectable gratin. Finocchio al forno (fennel baked in cream and Grana Padano) Put fennel at the heart of this easy Italian bake, it's the ideal indulgent side to serve for a festive feast. Creamy squash and sage gratin Try our indulgent creamy butternut squash gratin recipe with sage. This veggie side dish is an easy alternative to potato gratin to serve this Christmas. Plenty more butternut squash recipes here Best ever cauliflower cheese Is it really a Christmas dinner if there’s no super cheesy, crispy-topped, piping hot cauliflower cheese on the table? Follow these handy hints and tips to make it unreal this year. Creamed spinach with nutmeg and gruyère If you fancy an indulgent Christmas vegetable side dish, this is the one for you. Full of cheese and cream, it's the perfect accompaniment to turkey and roast potatoes (here are our top recipes). It'll go down well with even the fussy eaters! Swede, kale and sweet potato gratin This vibrant recipe for swede, kale and sweet potato gratin is the perfect Christmas side dish if you want to serve lots of veg. It's a two-step recipe, and most of the time the veg is spent in the oven. Baked, spiced sweet potato mash Don't fancy potatoes this Christmas? Try our spicy baked sweet potato mash instead – it's just as good as roasties. Prep your mash ahead then have it ready to finish off in the oven when people arrive. Roasted roots recipes for Christmas Candied root veg Roast your root vegetables in butter and maple syrup for extra extravagance. Perfect for Christmas, or a special Sunday lunch. Roasted roots with umami dressing Add some extra flavour to your dishes with umami, a deep savoury taste sensation that can be used as a salad dressing or to perk up a side dish of roasted vegetables. Pomegranate-glazed roasted vegetables with grapes Give your roasted veggies an impressive sticky glaze with pomegranate molasses, honey and blackberry jelly for a colourful Christmas side dish. Ghee-roasted spiced roots A Christmas side dish with a twist. Check out our vegetarian ghee-roasted spiced roots recipe for a vibrant dish that can be shared around the table. Stuffing recipes for Christmas Sage and onion stuffing Make your own stuffing balls for Christmas Day, or serve them alongside a Sunday roast. Add plenty of ground mace and sage for flavour. Vegan stuffing It wouldn’t be Christmas dinner without a dish of stuffing, and this version has the traditional flavours of sage and onion, alongside Puy lentils for added substance. It's also delicious in a Boxing Day sandwich, with leftover roasted root vegetables and lashings of cranberry sauce. Chestnut stuffing with dates and molasses Impress guests over the festive period with our epic stuffing recipe, featuring chestnuts, sausagemeat, sage leaves and sour cherries. Pomegranate and walnut stuffing balls A side of these stuffing balls, made with sausagemeat, pomegranates and walnuts, makes a rich addition to Christmas lunch. Potato recipes for Christmas Best-ever roast potatoes Want to know how to cook the perfect roast potatoes? With a few simple tricks you can achieve super crunchy and super fluffy roasties, every time Beef dripping roast potatoes Elevate your roast dinner by roasting your potatoes in hot beef dripping with garlic, rosemary, thyme and butter. Garlic and rosemary roast potatoes Thought roast potatoes couldn’t get any better? Once you learn to add butter for extra crunch, you’ll never go back. Parmesan roast potatoes
Christmas isn't complete without a Christmas pudding, trifle or yule log. We have plenty of delicious Christmas desserts to make ahead for the festive season
Looking for the best Christmas dessert recipes? We've got everything from traditional Christmas pudding and Christmas trifle to an indulgent chocolate tart and a classic Christmas yule log. We also have plenty of Christmas baking ideas to make ahead for your Christmas desserts, including Christmas cookies recipes. For fun desserts which mash up festive flavours, check out our Christmas mash-up recipes. Try our Christmas desserts recipes below, or treat everyone to one of our homemade edible gift recipes. After, take a look at our festive entertaining ideas for more inspiration and then discover our best Christmas cake decoration ideas. For a beautiful backdrop to offset your new creations, discover our Christmas table ideas. Best Christmas dessert ideas Christmas Yule log Need a show-stopping dessert for over the Christmas period? Check out our indulgent festive yule log with a boozy Baileys cream and crunchy hazelnut brittle. Christmas crumble Expand your Christmas repertoire with this festive take on your fave pud. Use up left-over mincemeat – jarred or homemade – for extra flavour. Eggnog cheesecake Eggnog is baker Edd Kimber’s ultimate festive tipple, and here he turns it into his dream dessert – a creamy, spiced cheesecake with a gingernut base and a whipped honey crème fraîche topping. Chocolate and clementine torte End your Christmas feast on a high with this indulgent chocolate and clementine torte. Rich, zesty and utterly irresistible – your guests won’t be able to say no. Mulled wine cherry pavlova Easily adapted to whatever flavours take your fancy, pavlovas are also great for preparing ahead. This one is topped with mulled wine cherries for festive flavour. Marmalade and ginger fool These marmalade and ginger fools bring a cosy hit of autumn-winter flavour, with tangy orange, fiery ginger and creamy yogurt topped with crunchy gingernuts. Swedish baked rice pudding A Swedish Christmas Eve classic that’s easy to make ahead and tastes just as good the next day. Don’t forget the hidden almond – legend says whoever finds it will have good luck for the year. Baileys ice cream This no-churn ice cream is perfect as an accompaniment for your Christmas puds, and requires just four ingredients to make. Gingerbread cupcakes These moreish spiced cupcakes are great fun to make over the festive season for the whole family. Rum truffles Get into the festive spirit with a batch of these homemade rum truffles decorated by hand – they make great last-minute gifts. Classic Christmas trifle Want a Christmas trifle recipe with a boozy twist? This indulgent sherry trifle uses Amaretti biscuits for a lovely texture and flavour. It's a perfect way to conclude your Christmas day meal. We've got plenty of boozy cakes and bakes too. Stollen bites Make these pretty stollen bites for a fun Christmas baking project – you can use any mixed dried fruit, such as cranberries, sour cherries or apricots. Bûche de Noël Serve this bûche de noël for a Christmas dessert showpiece. This festive log features layers of chocolate sponge, chantilly cream and chocolate buttercream. Classic mince pies It's not Christmas without a mince pie. Making your own shortcrust pastry is easy and investing in decent shop-bought mincemeat makes all the difference. Christmas tart Fill a shop-bought tart case with brandy-soaked dried fruit and two types of almond for an effortless festive dessert, best eaten with brandy butter. Classic Christmas cake Sometimes, you can't beat a classic. Feed a crowd with this gently spiced fruit cake, enveloped in layers of smooth marzipan and fondant icing. The zingy flavours of ginger and orange balance perfectly with the richness of the sponge. Raspberry trifle fridge cake All the flavours of trifle but in a layered no-bake cake. This is a great one to make ahead as it needs overnight setting. Christmas fudge Check out this festive gingerbread fudge that takes just a few minutes to prepare. You can easily double the recipe to make two batches, so you have plenty for gifting. Vegan raspberry and lemon trifle Impress your guests with this classic layered dessert. The easy homemade custard uses vanilla-flavoured soya milk and gives a traditional flavour and colour to the custard. Panettone and clementine tiramisu Layers of coffee-soaked panettone, candied peel, Cointreau mascarpone and cocoa powder make for a showstopping dessert that's perfect for Christmas Day. Vegan Christmas cake Everyone will enjoy a slice of this Christmas cake, which can be baked and matured up to eight weeks before Christmas. Feed the cake weekly with your choice of brandy, rum or whisky for extra moisture and a warming flavour. Vegan gingerbread men Enjoy some festive nostalgia with a batch of vegan gingerbread men. They're easy to bake and fun to decorate. Pistachio and cherry nougat pandoro Check out this impressive festive centrepiece: a traditional Italian sweet bread is stuffed with a decadent ricotta, almond and amaretto filling and covered in meringue. Fruit and cream layer cake Panettone and pandoro have become popular Christmas gifts – if you’ve got one you haven’t used yet, give this effortless bake a try. Gingerbread pie A pie singing with festive flavours – check out this marshmallow-crowned version by Asa Naiditch of Blame Butter. Tiramis-choux tower Treat guests to this hybrid centrepiece – half profiterole, half tiramisu – with balls of choux pastry stuffed with coffee-drenched ladyfingers and boozy pastry cream. Christmas pavlova Those who don’t like Christmas pudding don’t have to miss out – serve this showstopping Christmas pavlova with a passionfruit coulis instead. Classic Christmas pudding If you are a festive dessert traditionalist, then look no further than our classic homemade Christmas pudding. You can make this luxurious fruity pud a couple of months ahead. Gluten-free chocolate fudge cake Recreate this impressive woodland-inspired cake from The Little House Dorset. Coated in ganache and then chocolate buttercream, it makes the perfect festive showstopper for a Christmas party. Cozonac Add this sweet Christmas bread, studded with raisins, nuts, chocolate and Turkish delight and infused with rum, to your festive dessert repertoire. Double chocolate and passion fruit tart Wow your party guests with this zingy tart – it’s unbelievably quick to make, thanks to a few ready-made ingredients, plus it's easy to prepare ahead of time. Panforte This Italian dessert is popular during the festive season. Chewy, nutty and sweet, it's packed with pistachios, almonds and dried fruits. Mexican chocoflan This festive flan cake, featuring chocolate, caramel and cinnamon, is known as 'flan imposible' and combines two popular Mexican desserts. Chocolate and hazelnut paris-brest An indulgent Nutella filling takes this impressive French patisserie to the next level. Serve over the festive season for a showstopping dessert. Croquembouche profiterole tower Want an impressive Christmas dessert to serve family and friends? Check out this show-stopping chocolate and hazelnut profiterole stack. With creamy Nutella filling and crunchy hazelnut brittle, this stunning recipe is the perfect end to a dinner. Check out our best choux pastry recipes and profiterole recipes. Black Forest pavlova Impress your family over the festive season with our stunning black forest meringue tower. This gorgeous Christmas dessert is filled with dark chocolate ganache, boozy cherries and mascarpone cream. Pure indulgence! Christmas cheesecake with chocolate sauce Not everyone loves Christmas pudding, but everyone's a fan of cheesecake! This festive take on a lemon cheesecake is sweet yet sharp. Pour the chocolate over just before you take it to the table for a glossy look. Butterscotch self-saucing pudding This rich pudding is best served with vanilla ice cream. It’s a very easy bake but looks impressive with its layers of soft sponge and sticky butterscotch sauce. Gingerbread bûche de Noël A beautiful rolled cake flavoured with warming ginger and cinnamon, Edd Kimber's bûche de Noël comes filled with a lemony Lotus Biscoff cream. Cranberry tart with cinnamon cream Fill a tart case with cranberry curd for the ultimate festive dessert this Christmas. Serve with sweet whipped cinnamon cream. Christmas pudding ice cream A clever way to use up left-over Christmas pudding – add it to ice cream! This four-ingredient, no-churn recipe also comes laced with brandy or rum – the perfect winter pud. Baileys tiramisu trifle Our stunning Christmas trifle recipe with boozy Baileys, chocolate swiss roll and lightly whipped cream with espresso makes for an impressive centrepiece at your festive feast. Chocolate and hazelnut millefeuille cake Sandwich crisp puff pastry circles together with homemade hazelnut ganache, then top with sweetened Frangelico whipped cream, crushed hazelnuts and a drizzle of warm Nutella for a decadent dessert. White chocolate Baileys aux merveilleux Aux merveilleux are a festive French treat – a simple affair of meringue discs sandwiched with a flavoured cream and rolled in chocolate shavings. Biscoff cheesecake Serve up to 16 decadent slices of this impressive Christmas Day dessert. Our indulgent Biscoff cheesecake recipe contains crunchy speculoos biscuits, creamy speculoos biscuit spread, and lightly whipped cream. Check out our best cheesecake recipes. No-bake chocolate tart with PX sherry Christmas puds need lots of chocolate, a healthy amount of alcohol and a lot of cream. Raisiny pedro ximénez sherry adds classic festive flavour to this delicious chocolate tart. It’s also a no-bake recipe so can be whipped up with little effort. Raspberry and Aperol baked alaska It might not be snowing outside, but with these edible snow balls it won't matter! Your Christmas guests will be amazed at the raspberry centre when you crack the meringue. They're worth the effort for the 'wows' and 'ooohhhs' alone. Click here for our best ever standout meringue recipes. Pavlova wreath If you're looking for a beautiful Christmas dessert but want minimal effort, give this cassis meringue wreath a go. Topped with cassis, cherries and mint, it's full of festive colours. It's great to feed a crowd as you can slice it into as many or as few pieces as necessary. Gingerbread trifle Add a hit of ginger to your English trifle this Christmas with these gingerbread trees. This creamy trifle with rum cardamom custard is the perfect sweet hit to finish your Christmas Day feast. Discover more trifle recipes Pandoro semifreddo Our easy yet standout semifreddo recipe with chocolate and amaretto encased in an Italian pandoro bread and topped with crunchy pistachios is the perfect dessert centre piece at a festive feast. Eggnog custard tart If you love egg custard tarts then you'll love Edd Kimber's Christmas inspired eggnog custard tart. Why not impress your guests with this dessert recipe, it may take a little time to make, but it's definitely worth it. Mulled wine winter puddings Looking for individual desserts that are easy to make? Check out our mini winter puddings with mulled wine for an easy individual Christmas dessert recipe. Sticky toffee Christmas pudding Sticky toffee pudding is a firm favourite with almost everyone. Adding ginger to the sponge adds even more warmth and spice, which everyone enjoys at Christmas time. Plus, the toffee sauce is just as delicious eaten with a spoon on its own! Here are plenty of Christmas pudding recipes to try Sherry trifle cheesecake Impress guests during the festive season with this nostalgic pud with a modern twist. Chocolate and salted caramel ice-cream bombe Why not make our impressive frozen chocolate and ice cream dessert recipe? This easy chocolate bombe recipe uses chocolate Swiss roll cake and Maltesers for extra indulgence and crunch, an easy Christmas day dessert. Check out more of our indulgent dessert recipes Christmas rocky road Too full for a big dessert after your Christmas lunch? Snack on these beautiful bite-sized chocolate treats instead. Traditional digestives are swapped for ginger biscuits, whilst cranberries and pistachios add some festive colour. Nougat terrine with caramel A Christmas dessert for all your sweet-toothed friends. It's full of cranberries, pistachios and candied peel...all the flavours of Christmas. It can be made in advance so it's one less thing to worry about over the festive season. Salted caramel chocolate fondants Our most indulgent, most beautiful chocolate fondant yet... just look at it ooze! These chocolate fondants make an impressive Christmas day dessert. You can buy the salted caramel sauce for a quick fix. Check out our best chocolate pudding recipes Baileys tiramisu Got leftover Bailey's from the Christmas festivities? Make this tiramisu recipe with creamy Baileys, soft sponge fingers, strong coffee and sweet almond liqueur... an easy Baileys dessert to indulge in over the festive period. We have many more Baileys recipes Espresso panna cotta Check out our recipe for silky smooth espresso panna cotta. This dessert is an ideal way to end your Christmas Day indulgence, it's gluten-free and looks impressive. Click the link for more impressive gluten free recipes Black forest cheesecakes Cheesecake makes the best Christmas dessert. These black forest cheesecake bombs are fun and original. If you're looking for something different to serve after turkey and roasties, make a few of these. Diners will love the cherry surprise in the centre. Vegan sticky toffee pudding Let warming spices and a rich toffee sauce (made with homemade cashew cream) do the talking with this vegan sticky toffee pudding recipe. Ginger ice cream bombes If you're looking for a sophisticated yet fun dessert for Christmas Day, look no further. They use ginger biscuits, stem ginger and crystallised ginger meaning they're warm and spicy. They're quick to make so won't take away from preparing the turkey! Check out our best ginger recipes here. White chocolate roulade with Baileys Treat your loved ones to a great Baileys dessert with this luxurious festive bake made with white chocolate and Baileys. It's easy to make and requires very little effort, prepare it next time you're hosting. Discover more roulade recipes Salted caramel and chocolate tart Everyone deserves some luxury at Christmas time and this salted caramel and chocolate tart recipe is the ultimate treat. Children will love it, but with the addition of sea salt flakes, adults will be obsessed with it too! If you love chocolate, click the link for more chocolate tart recipes Gluten-free mince pies Just because you're gluten free doesn't mean you have to miss out on all the Christmas fun. These boozy mince pies don't compromise on flavour or texture, and they look impressive. Clementine yoghurt cake This delicate clementine cake is picture-perfect and great for sharing. The yogurt keeps the sponge deliciously squidgy and the fruity flavours are a guaranteed hit. Sour cherry stollen bars Want an easy but impressive stollen recipe? This ingredients list may look lengthy but it’s all about building up the textures and flavours to make this the most moreish bar ever – way better than regular stollen.
Check out our favourite trifle recipes for year-round easy entertaining – from a classic sherry to rich chocolate and even a Dubai chocolate trifle
Looking for the most impressive trifle recipe? We have plenty of twists on the classic trifle for an impressive summer dessert or a wintry festive showstopper. Our summer trifles use seasonal ingredients such as strawberries and peaches to festive showstoppers like sherry trifles, chocolate trifle and gingerbread flavour. Plus we have plenty of other sweet treats to choose from including our decadent chocolate recipes and indulgent cheesecake ideas. For more festive sweet treats, discover our Christmas desserts and Christmas baking recipes. Best trifle recipes Classic trifle Want a Christmas trifle recipe with a boozy twist? This indulgent sherry trifle uses Amaretti biscuits for a lovely texture and flavour. It's a perfect way to conclude your Christmas day meal. Baileys tiramisu trifle Our stunning Christmas trifle recipe with boozy Baileys, chocolate swiss roll and lightly whipped cream with espresso makes for an impressive centrepiece at your festive feast. Sherry trifle Want a classic family dessert recipe with a twist? Make our easy trifle recipe with boozy sherry. Dubai chocolate trifle Layer a chocolate Swiss roll, pour over amaretto and top with custard and pistachio cream to make a trifle inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate bar – it takes just 35 minutes. Raspberry trifle fridge cake All the flavours of trifle but in a layered no-bake cake. This is a great one to make ahead as it needs overnight setting. Lemon trifle Try this zesty spin on a classic for an impressive centrepiece at a feast. Vegan raspberry and lemon trifle Impress your guests with this classic layered dessert. The easy homemade custard uses vanilla-flavoured soya milk and gives a traditional flavour and colour to the custard. Mascarpone raspberry trifle terrine Impress your festive guests with our beautiful mascarpone trifle with juicy raspberries – it’s easy to slice and easy to make. It will keep for up to three days in the fridge, so you can make it ahead of Christmas day. Chocolate trifle Rich dark chocolate custard and hazelnut liqueur takes this trifle to chocolatey new heights – the ultimate Christmas dessert for chocolate lovers. Gingerbread trifle Add a hit of ginger to your English trifle this Christmas with these gingerbread trees. This creamy trifle with rum cardamom custard is the perfect sweet hit to finish your Christmas Day feast. Sour cherry trifle with almonds Dazzle your guests with the perfect Christmas day dessert – a trifle featuring irresistible layers of vanilla-flecked custard cream, sherry-soaked sponge, toasted almonds, and sour cherries. Sherry trifle cheesecake Impress guests during the festive season with this nostalgic pud with a modern twist. More cheesecake recipes to try here... Blood orange and amaretti trifles Need an easy yet impressive dessert for guests at your next festive dinner party? Try these quick individual trifle recipes with amaretti and blood orange. Clementine and prosecco trifle This boozy trifle recipe with clementines is a worthy dessert for all your festive gatherings. Our easy trifle is a great, modern twist on a traditional trifle. Freeze the egg whites until you want to make the prosecco sabayon. Winter berry trifle Want an easy berry trifle recipe for winter? Our impressive trifle pudding is an easy winter berry dessert recipe. Check out our collection of best ever fruity puddings for more inspiration. Stem ginger trifle Want to mix up your classic trifle recipe? Add ginger cake for an easy Christmas trifle recipe with a twist. This ginger cake trifle is an easy spiced grown-up dessert ready in 30 minutes. Check out more of our ginger recipes here... Cherry crunch trifle These individual chocolate cherry trifles make the best individual pudding to try over the festive seas0n. More cherry recipes here... White forest trifle Need a stylish Christmas dessert to make during the festive season? Ready in only 30 minutes, our fruity trifle will become a crowd favourite in no time. Raspberry trifle This impressive trifle, with sherry-soaked scones, juicy raspberries and silky clotted cream custard, couldn't be simpler to put together. A perfect, sunshiny dessert for a crowd. Strawberry trifle The easiest, quickest trifle recipe for summer: made with Madeira cake and strawberries. Topped with custard and cream, these individual pots make a perfect pudding. Peach and raspberry trifle Peaches and raspberries make the best fruit trifles. Shop-bought cake makes this classic pud so easy and individual desserts always look impressive. Summer fruit trifle Want an easy summer dessert? Check out this show-stopping trifle recipe with chocolate, strawberry and vanilla ice cream, this easy trifle recipe is a technicolour trip back in time. We've got plenty more strawberry recipes here too.
Make festive entertaining a breeze with our elegant ideas for crowd-pleasing finger food, from moreish sausages rolls to oozing croquetas and perfect dips
Try our easy Christmas canapé recipes and Christmas nibbles for the best Christmas party food. Plus we've got plenty more quick and easy canapé recipes to choose from. For effortless festive entertaining, check out our no-cook Christmas entertaining ideas. If you’re planning a Christmas party this year we’ve got some quick finger food ideas to serve with your Christmas cocktails. Our Christmas nibble recipes are easy to make, from turkey sausage puff pastry tarts to sticky pork belly skewers. We also have some fun twists on Welsh rarebit, spring rolls and croquettes. Explore our Christmas breakfast ideas that can be prepared ahead of time for stress-free entertaining. Christmas canapé ideas Mini sausage rolls Serve a plate of these irresistible sausage rolls, with an extra buttery and flaky pastry, as a canapé for your next festive get-together. Chicken tenders with garlic parmesan Try these chicken tenders for a finger food option at your festive gathering – serve with cute cocktail sticks for spearing. Salmon flatbread Missed the butter board trend? Don’t worry – this festive smoked salmon twist takes it up a notch, with the board itself transformed into an edible base. Jalapeño poppers Perfect for feeding a crowd, these quick and easy three-ingredient jalapeño poppers make 30 irresistible bites – ideal for any gathering. Honeyed squash, sage and feta filo cigars Crisp filo cigars filled with honeyed squash, tangy feta and fragrant sage bring all the cosy flavours of winter in one golden, flavour-packed bite. Tear and share sausage roll Perk up your party buffet with our epic sausage roll and camembert wheel. Prawn and chorizo skewers With just six ingredients, these prawn and chorizo skewers are the ultimate surf-and-turf party bite – bold, smoky and perfect with a drink, no messy fingers required. Popcorn mussels Serve these crispy breaded mussels as a canapé at your next party, with sriracha mayo, hot honey vinegar and ranch dressing for dipping. Smashed parmesan potatoes with avocado Smashing potatoes gives you the crispiest edges and a fluffy centre – the perfect base for spicy avocado. Finish with pickled onions and a pinch of aleppo chilli for a bold vegetarian bite. Bloody mary prawn lettuce scoops Serve this simple and speedy prawn cocktail alternative on a large platter in the middle of the table and let everyone dig in. Pickled melon and prosciutto skewers Give your festive canapés a fresh twist with these pickled melon and prosciutto skewers – the quick pickle adds a bright, tangy lift to this classic combo. Chopped egg salad on salt and vinegar crisps Get inventive with your party food and try this easy all-in-one egg salad and crisps canapé, great for vegetarian guests. Radish butter terrine Radishes and butter are a timeless pairing, perfect for a chic starter or elegant nibble – just slice and spread over crisp rye toast for instant sophistication. Scampi with soured cream dip This is a really easy way to offer people a bite with drinks without going to too much effort. You can swap the soured cream for mayo, if you prefer. Gin and tonic traybake squares Treat your guests to these mini boozy squares at your next drinks party – sweet canapés make a thoughtful extra touch. Pickled beetroot tacos with goat’s cheese Kick off a festive party with these easy vegetarian canapés perfect for fuss-free hosting. Sage and anchovy fritti These crispy little fried anchovy bites with sage leaves would go down a treat at your next drinks get-together. Deep-fried olives stuffed with ricotta and Guindilla chilli Stuffed with fiery spiced ricotta, rolled in panko breadcrumbs and deep-fried until golden, these moreish bites are the perfect party treat. Serve with beer and lemon wedges. Maple-glazed sausage blinis Kick off a festive party with these easy canapés, turning cocktail sausages into impressive bitesize party food. Chilli-and-marmalade-glazed pork belly squares Kick off a festive party with our easy canapés. These sticky-sweet bites can be partly prepared ahead for fuss-free entertaining. Sweet potato and cranberry fritters with nuoc cham These Vietnamese-inspired sweet potato fritters have a festive twist with dried cranberries. The tangy-sweet-salty dipping sauce is a great one to have to hand for the festive season. Bread sauce and stuffing croquettes These crispy balls are easy to make and perfect at keeping a hungry crowd happy over the festive season. Duck samosas Check out our impressive samosa recipe packed with tender duck, wrapped in super flaky pastry and served with a fresh coriander chutney – perfect for entertaining over the festive season. Chilli chicken wings These juicy wings are spiced with paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper and fresh oregano, serve with a light yogurt sauce to feed a hungry horde over the festive season. Smoked black pudding croquettes with apple sauce Looking for impressive Christmas canapés to serve guests over the festive season? These indulgent croquettes are packed with smoked black pudding and creamy blue cheese. Mini lobster rolls Proper posh Christmas party food! These mini lobster rolls are easy to make but look impressive – perfect for hassle-free entertaining at a Christmas party. Check out our lobster recipes here Devilled coronation eggs Need an easy canapé to serve this Christmas? Try our coronation chicken devilled eggs – a retro canapé combined with a simple classic British sandwich – perfect party food. More quick and easy canapés here Turkey, stuffing and cranberry sausage puffs Try these crispy turkey, stuffing and cranberry sausage puffs for an easy festive canapé. This recipe makes 15 and can be made well in advance, meaning you'll be ready for all those Christmas parties. Tajín cauliflower bites Jazz up your veggie canapés this Christmas with tajín, a classic Mexican seasoning made from lime, chilli and salt. Mini quiches with salmon and courgette These little wonders look striking, are gorgeously crunchy and easy to put together. Great for an easy addition to any festive buffet. Vegan BBQ jackfruit sliders with mustard slaw Change up pulled pork buns with jackfruit for an easy yet moreish Christmas nibble idea to serve your vegan friends this Christmas. Christmas party tartines In need of really quick and easy cold canapés to make? Try our simple party tartines for fuss-free festive party food that's a bit more substantial than canapés. Carrot, halloumi and dill balls How can you make halloumi even better? Sabrina Ghayour says: combine it with carrot and dill, and deep fry. And we agree. Perfect with drinks. Avocado and prawn cocktail toasts This canapé recipe is great for Christmas party food. It's your classic prawn cocktail with a twist. Pass them around your Christmas party for an easy Christmas nibble. Try our traditional prawn cocktail recipe here. Rarebit and pickled onion croquetas These Christmas canapés have a crunchy exterior, a melty inner and a satisfyingly tangy edge. They're a definite crowd pleaser and a great way to use up leftover cheese over the Christmas period. Fig and goat’s cheese filo parcels Looking for a vegetarian Christmas canapé recipe? These crunchy filo-baked fresh figs make an awesome Christmas nibble or starter that is easy to make. Plenty more fig recipes here. Spiced cod fritters with harissa honey dip Mix up the Christmas canapés this year with these crunchy fish fritters with sweet and spicy dip from Persian cooking guru Sabrina Ghayour. They're a great idea for a middle-Eastern dinner party spread or Christmas party. Pork belly skewers with Vietnamese caramel sauce These pork belly skewers with Vietnamese caramel sauce make easy but impressive canapés for the festive season. Lamb kofta puffs with tahini and tomato sauce This recipe from Persian cook Sabrina Ghayour for flakey puff pastry wrapped around tender lamb koftas is sure to be a hit with your dinner party guests over the Christmas period. Mar hor Christmas nibble recipe (Galloping Horse) This is a meat-free version of a classic Thai recipe and is an easy canapé to have with drinks at any festive dinner party. Try our other Thai recipes here. Mini buck rarebits A Welsh rarebit topped with an egg is called a buck rarebit. This version is beautifully bite-sized, perfect for sharing over the Christmas period for finger food. Mozzarella sticks with spicy dipping sauce Want to please a crowd this Christmas? Try our gooey mozzarella sticks with a punchy dipping sauce. These are best cooked from frozen, so they are a perfect make ahead Christmas nibble over the festive season. Check out our best cheese recipes here Curried chicken nuggets with curry leaf mayo Chicken nuggets are quick and easy to whip up thanks to mayonnaise, which is also used to make a punchy dip flavoured with curry leaf and mustard seeds. Mini chorizo and tomato frittatas These easy canapés can be made ahead then reheated in a warm oven to serve at a festive dinner party. Duck and mango rice paper rolls Ready in just half an hour, these are great cold canapés to make if you're looking for a fresh festive snack. Fig and goat’s cheese puffs The easiest Christmas party finger food with just four ingredients and ready in half an hour. This simple puff pastry canapé serves 16 so great for a crowd. Blinis toppings These blinis are a perfect canapé for festive gatherings, as they’re simple to prepare and versatile. Try topping with sweet charred leeks and whipped ricotta for a vegetarian option.
Indulge at home this winter with our Christmas cocktails. Try twists on mulled wine, spiced negronis, warming chai cocktails and plenty of festive fizz
Looking for Christmas cocktails? Make your festive evenings extra special with our easy Christmas cocktail ideas including festive martini recipes, mulled wine and Christmas gin cocktails. Next, try our prosecco cocktails and champagne cocktails. Whether it's breakfast fizz for Christmas Day, party cocktails for New Year's Eve or warming mulled drinks for frosty winter walks, our collection of Christmas cocktails has everything you need for a jolly festive season. Find recipes for classic festive drinks including eggnog and glühwein, plus lots of fun ideas to try out, including vibrant Aperol spritz punch, zingy paloma champagne cocktails, kitsch white Christmas coladas and a dessert-worthy tiramisu martini. For more quick and easy festive entertaining, check out our no-cook Christmas entertaining ideas and our Christmas mash-up recipes. Best Christmas cocktails recipes The olive festive cocktail The ultimate Christmas cocktail from the olive magazine team. Make this easy spiced cocktail recipe with tequila and elderflower for a festive drink to serve friends and family over the Christmas season. Look for vintage bottles and add a pretty ribbon and label to complete the look. Click here for more exciting edible Christmas gifts... Sloe gin fizz Although you can buy shop-bought (see our picks of the best sloe gin to buy), you could make your own sloe gin in this festive twist on a classic gin fizz. Aperol spritz punch Aperol spritz isn’t just for summer – this festive punch version adds cranberry juice and ginger ale, then gets dressed up with pomegranate, rosemary, star anise and cinnamon. Ready in five minutes, it’s an easy crowd-pleaser for up to eight. Sherry flip Velvety, nutty and low-ABV, this sherry flip is a clever alternative to eggnog for the festive season. Smooth and sippable, it keeps the celebrations bright without overdoing it. Christmas spiced negroni Take your favourite cocktail and give it a festive makeover with homemade spiced gin. Why not make our negroni salmon recipe for a Christmas party too? Paloma champagne cocktail Start Christmas morning on a bright note with these zesty paloma cocktails. Just five ingredients, including a dose of fizz and tequila, guarantee everyone’s in a merry mood. Hot buttered rum Treat yourself this Christmas to a hot buttered rum, mixing golden rum with soft light brown sugar, unsalted butter and festive spices. See more easy rum cocktails. Sherry whisky sour A Christmassy spin on a classic whisky cocktail, the cream sherry adds extra festive flavours to the drink. White Christmas colada Bring some festive cheer with a white Christmas colada – a creamy coconut cocktail with a sugared rim, a hit of fresh lime and a garnish of redcurrants or rosemary. A tropical twist made for winter celebrations. Christmas mojito Jazz up this minty cocktail with festive flavours – rum is mixed with cranberry juice and soda, then garnished with mint leaves and pomegranate seeds. Flying grasshopper cocktail Toast the Christmas season in style with this minty green cocktail. The addition of vodka helps balance the sweetness perfectly. Christmas spritz Mix Aperol, sparkling wine and bitters with ginger beer and garnish with orange, star anise and pomegranate seeds to make this festive spritz. Cranberry and ginger fizz Cranberry juice creates a pretty pink hue and brings a hint of tartness to this mocktail. See more of our best cranberry recipes. Mulled old fashioned Make this mulled old fashioned for a festive twist on a classic cocktail, featuring a homemade syrup infused with cinnamon, orange and cloves. Gingerbread old fashioned A spicy spin on the classic whisky cocktail. Discover more whisky cocktail recipes. PX espresso martini Swap traditional coffee liqueur for festive pedro ximénez sherry in this classic cocktail – it adds lovely notes of raisins. If you love an espresso martini, try our espresso martini cheesecake for a showstopping dessert. Clementine and amaretto sour This lower-alcohol sour has a fresh, citrussy pep thanks to the clementine juice. Try more seasonal clementine recipes. Revolver cocktail Elevate your festive tipple! Beyond the espresso martini, indulge in a caffeinated Christmas sipper with this unique twist on a Manhattan. Grasshopper cocktail Mint chocolate fans, this one’s for you: check out this retro dessert cocktail made of crème de menthe, white crème de cacao and single cream. Christmas gin cocktail Giving this drink a proper shake in your cocktail shaker will ensure a lovely, creamy layer of egg white on top of this festive tipple. Christmas godfather This is a festive spin on a retro 70s drink that makes an ideal dessert cocktail for Christmas. Kir royale This classic celebratory cocktail uses just three ingredients, making it a brilliant drink to make if you’re running short of time. Celebrate with more champagne cocktail recipes. Cranberry gimlet Try this easy three-ingredient spin on a gimlet – it's made with cranberries for subtle sharpness and a vivid pink colour. Sloe sazerac A seriously punchy whisky cocktail perfect for slow sipping during the winter months. A splash of sloe gin adds a festive twit to this classic. Baileys cocktail Baileys and Christmas go hand in hand, so why not give this creamy vodka-based cocktail a go for your next festive drinks party? Use up the rest of your bottle with more of our Baileys recipes, from hot chocolate to cupcakes and brownies. Tiramisu martini Feeling too stuffed for dessert after a big dinner? Enter the pudding cocktail: sweet, creamy and boozy, it’s the perfect end to a meal. Here we’ve used the flavours of a classic Italian dessert to make a decadent treat. Glühwein The addition of rum to this Christmas market classic works really well – we've added some here to compensate for the evaporation of alcohol during cooking, but it’s not essential, if you prefer your drinks a little less punchy. Eggnog Put a rosy glow in your cheeks with this classic winter cocktail, made with egg yolks, sugar, cream, sherry, rum and plenty of fresh nutmeg. Try our eggnog latte for something extra cosy. Gingerbread espresso martini cocktail Shake up your winter drinks party in more ways than one with this gingerbread and espresso martini cocktail. Velvety smooth coffee and festive spice syrup make this the perfect after-dinner warmer. Check out our best ever Christmas dessert recipes to indulge in this Christmas... Spiced sidecar A warming, cold-weather cocktail made using homemade spiced brandy. Omit the spices for a classic sidecar cocktail, or try using bourbon if you can’t find cognac. Christmas mocktail orange and rosemary fizz If you love starting Christmas Day with a Buck's Fizz, but fancy something non alcoholic this year, try this orange and rosemary fizz. The cinnamon and pomegranate makes it taste like Christmas in a glass. Looking for Christmas day recipes? Check out our must make trimmings recipes here... Black russian Make this classic dark cocktail with vodka and coffee liqueur. Serve in an old fashioned glass with ice for an elegant after-dinner drink, or try our festive twist. Easy dirty gin martini cocktail This easy Christmas cocktail makes the perfect gift to bring to a festive party – keep chilled in the fridge for emergencies. We've got over 20 martini recipes to try... Poinsettia cocktail If you’re bored of buck’s fizz, try serving this rosy red cocktail at your next festive brunch or party – it’s easy to make and great for groups. Rum negroni Rum makes this drink a little gentler than a classic gin negroni. Decant into a hip flask for sipping on wintry walks Spanish bloody mary Swapping vodka for amontillado sherry makes a lower-ABV, super-savoury take on this brunch classic. Garnish with a gilda – a classic pinto snack. Sherry sour Want a simple Christmas cocktail recipe to serve over the festive season? Impress friends and family with our easy-drinking sherry sour. More cocktail recipes here. Campfire cocktail Cosy up by the fire and make this campfire cocktail recipe with bourbon and marshmallows for a warming drink over the festive season. It comes from the brilliant team at whisky bar Black Rock just off Finsbury Square, London EC2 and is topped with a toasted marshmallow. We’re sold. Check out other Bonfire Night-inspired cocktails... Chilled, mulled elderflower wine Want a change to mulled wine at your Christmas drinks party? Try a frosty twist on a classic with this chilled, mulled elderflower wine. Sweet vanilla pods, cloudy apple juice and elderflower cordial simmer with fresh lemon juice for a festive infusion. Chai white russian Ramp up the festive spirit in a classic white Russian with the warming spices of chai. This coffee cocktail is the perfect Christmas drink. French 75 Jazz up your Christmas morning with this classic champagne cocktail. It's simple to make but looks stunning, perfect for the party season. Check out more of our champagne cocktail recipes here. Marmalade and mandarin mojito Marmalade mojitos make a deliciously jammy cocktail, made to look really delicious with mandarin slices and star anise. Try this five-minute cocktail recipe for an easy refresher at Christmas. Negroni sbagliato Our negroni sbagliato makes a great festive fizz. Swapping gin for prosecco makes for a lighter negroni and softens the bitterness. This is an ideal aperitif over the festive season for those who find a classic negroni a bit much. Winter-spiced pear cocktail This light and spicy cocktail is a delicate early-evening treat. It's warm, silky and the pear syrup has intense in flavour. If you're hosting a Christmas drinks party, these will get your guests right into the festive spirit. White sparkle A great sparkling Christmas party cocktail. After you have decorated the Champagne flutes, chill them by putting in the freezer for a short while or filling with ice for a few minutes. Christmas cake martini All the flavours of a traditional Christmas cake in liquid form. This is bound to impress your guests over the festive season. Click the link for all of our Christmas baking recipes to pair it with. Aperol mimosa This mimosa is fizzy, fruity and has a slight bitter note. It's a great alternative to Buck's Fizz, it's made using only three ingredients and would make a great drink to see the year out with. Check out our best ever Christmass breakfast recipes to have alongside your morning mimosa here. Sake martini Swap vermouth for sake in this Japanese-inspired take on the classic cocktail – perfect for a New Year's Eve soirée. Rhubarb and ginger negroni This update on the classic negroni using rhubarb and ginger is a great shout for Christmas time. It comes from Black Dice, a 1960s rock 'n' roll inspired bar tucked away beneath Moroccan restaurant MOMO in Mayfair. Christmas porter flip We've revived and updated a classic dating back to the 17th century with our recipe for a chocolate porter flip. Serve this hot or cold for an easy festive drink. Check out our indulgent chocolate recipes here... Pom-Pimms fizz Looking for a festive cocktail recipe to kick things off this Christmas? You'll need frothy egg white, sugar, chilled pomegranate juice, Pimms, lemons and ginger beer for this beauty. Mulled beer What’s more warming on a winter’s day than the glow of an English pub? Recreate that feeling, and better it, by brewing up this mulled beer recipe with cinnamon, cloves and clementine for an easy Christmas drink. Ginger margarita This twist on a classic margarita is the perfect thing to serve at a festive drinks party. The recipe comes from Spice Market, a South-east Asian restaurant in the W Hotel, Leicester Square, that serves stylish interpretations of street food. Mulled cider Cosy up with this soul-warming winter cocktail, perfect after a crisp winter walk over the festive period. The addition of dark rum, brown sugar and cinnamon sticks provide sweet depth to this warm spiced cocktail. Blood orange Campari cocktails Bitter Campari and sweet blood orange combine in festive harmony to make this refreshing aperitif. Campari usually lends its beautiful red colour to the devilishly potent negroni, this lighter cocktail is perfect for those needing a calmer night amidst the busy social season. Pear-drop bellinis Like pear drop sweets? Then you'll love this fun way to serve fizz. Great for Christmas time, all it involves is eight pear drops and a bottle of Cava. Simple! Ron de replay Want an easy yet impressive cocktail recipe? This cocktail will be sure to impressive festive guests over the winter season, we use Ron Zacapa rum from Guatemala to heat things up a bit. White Russian cocktails Round off a Christmas dinner party huddled round the fire with these indulgent cocktails. The perfect sweet finale when you’re too full for a pud. Check out our best ever dinner party mains here. Elit Christmas Want a really beautiful split-coloured Champagne cocktail? Check out this festive drink invented by the legendary Salvatore Calabrese. If you can’t find the fraise de bois you could use another liqueur such as crème de cassis. Bitter orange and cardamom martinis Want an inventive martini recipe? Martinis are one of our favourite mixed alcoholic drinks. We've added marmalade and lemon juice to this cocktail recipe for an extra kick to your festive cocktails. Clementine fizz Can’t wait until sundown for a cocktail? Start your Christmas morning right with our clementine fizz. It’s ready in just 10 minutes, more time-efficient than a bowl of porridge! How to use forgotten bottles from the drinks cupboard over Christmas Baileys white Russian cocktail recipe Mix 3 tbsp Baileys, 1 tbsp Kahlúa and 2 tbsp vodka with 4 tbsp whole milk, then serve over ice in a short glass. Cherry sling cocktail recipe Pour 2 tbsp gin, 1 tbsp cherry brandy and ½ tbsp lemon juice over ice in a tall glass. Finish with soda and a maraschino cherry. Sancho panza cocktail recipe Stir 3 tbsp cream sherry, 1½ tbsp Campari and a dash of Angostura bitters in a short glass with ice.
9 plant-packed autumn recipes to keep you thriving as the seasons change
With the days getting shorter and colder, these plant-packed recipes – featuring autumnal fruit, veg and plenty of plant protein in the form of hearty beans and nutritious nuts – can help stave off seasonal sniffles. By eating a diversity of plants, not only will you nourish your gut microbiome, you'll also reap the rewards with more energy and even a positive effect on your mood – something most of us appreciate at this time of year. Aim for 30 different plants each week and you'll be well on your way to feeling your best. Choose from our plant-packed breakfasts, snacks, main meals and sweet treats to keep you thriving all autumn long. Discover 30 gut-friendly ways to sneak in extra plant foods to hit your weekly target, then read about how to eat 30 plant foods a week, the best ways to celebrate autumn and try our healthy autumn recipes. Plant-packed recipes for autumn Healthy granola Make our healthy granola, then combine it with yogurt, chia pudding, pumpkin seed butter and a fruit compote to make a delicious, high-protein breakfast bowl for autumn. We also added dried cranberries into the granola for extra festive flavour. View Green Video on the source website Blackberry crumble baked oats For a seasonal, plant-packed twist, cut up two apples and sprinkle with cinnamon. Simmer with 250ml milk of your choice until the apple pieces have softened. Add them to your baked oats with some chopped toasted pecans and mix. Make your crumble topping with 2 tbsp oats, a pinch of mixed spice, a sprinkle of brown sugar and a splash of milk to hold it together. Dot over the top of your baked oats and bake until golden. View Green Video on the source website Pumpkin seed butter on rye You won't believe how easy it is to make your own pumpkin seed butter with just three ingredients. Load onto toasted wholewheat bread for an extra point, and add fruit, seeds and nuts to easily boost your plant points. View Green Video on the source website Cumin-roasted carrots and bulgur salad with sticky spiced walnuts and feta Use a mixture of grains to increase the plant points of this dish. For a fully plant-based version, we used vegan feta, but you could also use marinated tofu for an additional plant point. View Green Video on the source website Squash, sage and feta filo cigars For an extra plant point, we mixed in some sweet potato with the butternut squash when roasting. Make sure to use both white and black sesame seeds for two plant points, and if you're fully plant-based, swap in vegan feta and maple syrup instead of honey. View Green Video on the source website Pumpkin pesto tart F0r a vegan twist, we used vegan soft cheese made from nuts (an extra plant point), as well as vegan chilli pesto, and swapped parmesan for nutritional yeast. You could also sprinkle more nuts and seeds on top. View Green Video on the source website Butternut squash pasta For a plant-based twist on this butternut squash mac and cheese, we've swapped the béchamel and cheese for butter beans blended with mustard and nutritional yeast. We also added a couple of handfuls of kale in with the pasta for the last couple of minutes of cooking. Use wholewheat pasta for extra plant points, as well as a sourdough or wholemeal breadcrumb topping with a sprinkle of smoked paprika, dried mixed herbs and chopped walnuts for crunch. View Green Video on the source website Pumpkin cups We've put an autumnal spin on peanut butter cups with a filling made from tinned pumpkin purée, mixed spice, vanilla extract and agave nectar. Spoon into dark chocolate cases then top with pumpkin seeds for an extra plant point. View Green Video on the source website Apple and pear crisps We used pears as well as apples to easily boost the plant points, plus it adds variety of flavour. Serve with melted dark chocolate and your favourite nut butter for dunking. You could also sprinkle the chocolate-dipped side with sunflower or pumpkin seeds for more crunch and nutrients. View Green Video on the source website
Make the most of this tart fruit with our best ever cranberry recipes. Try making classic cranberry sauce, sweet bakes and savoury winter mains
Looking for cranberry recipes? Want the best cranberry sauce? Looking for a Christmas pudding recipe featuring cranberries? These tart berries worth in such a range of dishes, from stuffings, pies and sauces to cookies, cakes and other bakes. Try our ideas below, see the best cranberry sauce to buy and check out our Christmas trimming recipes and Christmas side dishes. When are cranberries in season? UK cranberry season begins in October and ends in December. Why we love cranberries Jewels of winter, these crimson fruits are often simmered with sugar to make jam, and served alongside the turkey for Christmas. However, they can be so much more than just a festive condiment. Their sweet-sour nature lends well to refreshing, zingy desserts, such as fools, crumbles and pies. They are often consumed as cranberry juice for a refreshingly tart beverage. Health benefits of cranberries Cranberries are well-known for their role in preventing urinary tract infections due to their natural antibacterial properties. They're also rich in antioxidants and beta-carotene, which support healthy skin, as well as immune-supportive vitamin C. Easy cranberry recipes Camembert and cranberry pithivier Our camembert and cranberry pithivier is quick, easy and makes for an impressive starter dish. Cut this open at the table for maximum "oohs" and "aahs". For more vegetarian entertaining ideas, check out our mushroom pithiviers and butternut squash pithivier. Cranberry cake Tangy bursts of cranberry, crunchy pistachios, fluffy citrus sponge and smooth, sweet icing make this cake a flavour sensation – a crowd-pleasing Christmas treat. Be inspired by all our more Christmas baking ideas. Sweet potato and cranberry fritters with nuoc cham These Vietnamese-inspired sweet potato fritters get a seasonal lift from dried cranberries. They’re a fun alternative to the usual festive canapé line-up when you want something a bit different from the classics. Pair them with a tangy, sweet and salty dipping sauce that’s well worth keeping in your back pocket for the whole season. Cranberry and port sauce A side of festive cranberry and port sauce is a grown-up addition to your Christmas dinner. Don't forget the bread sauce. Cranberry and pistachio sandwich cookies Use cranberries, pistachios and other festive ingredients to make these impressive cookies from Edd Kimber. You can even turn them into cookie sandwiches with a decadent pistachio buttercream! Our Christmas biscuits are equally joyful. Turkey, stuffing and cranberry sausage puffs Try these crispy turkey, stuffing and cranberry sausage puffs for an easy festive canapé. This recipe makes 15 and can be made well in advance, meaning you'll be ready for all those Christmas parties. Keep it classic with out our sage and onion stuffing, White chocolate cranberry cheesecake blondies Add a pop of colour and fruity flavour to your classic blondies with our easy recipe. These sweet treats have an indulgent cheesecake swirl running through them, they're great for sharing. If you like these, you'll love our Christmas brownies. Boozy cranberry sauce Made with red wine and port, this tangy and indulgent cranberry sauce makes a perfect accompaniment to your Christmas turkey or goose. Make the ultimate onion gravy. Cranberry gimlet Try this easy three-ingredient spin on a gimlet – it's made with cranberries for subtle sharpness and a vivid pink colour. Ginger and cranberry steamed pudding Looking to jazz up your Christmas pudding? Check out this indulgent steamed pudding recipe with seasonal cranberries and fiery ginger. Make sure you bake our Christmas cake and mince pies, too. Cranberry and ginger fizz Cranberry juice creates a pretty pink hue and brings a hint of tartness to this mocktail. Spiced cranberry sauce Give your homemade cranberry sauce a tangy kick by adding sumac and festive orange zest. This recipe comes from east London's Bubala restaurant. Christmas rocky road Traditional digestives are swapped for ginger biscuits, whilst cranberries and pistachios add some festive colour in this crowd-pleasing Christmas rocky road. Treat your loved ones to one of our many homemade Christmas gifts. Miso Christmas stuffing Miso adds a deep savoury sweetness to this stuffing. Flecked with pistachios and cranberries (and wrapped in streaky bacon), it's an absolute must on Christmas Day. We also have deliciously crisp roast potatoes, Cranberry-cured salmon Tinged a festive shade of red from fresh cranberries, this cured salmon recipe is perfect for a Christmas dinner starter. Make your own dill and horseradish crème fraîche to serve. Alternatively, try our mustard and dill cured salmon. Cinnamon-spiced pecan and cranberry duff This recipe is a New England take on the traditional British upside-down cake. It's often made with the north-east’s famous apples, but here cranberries and pecans provide a sharp, crunchy counterpoint to the rich, buttery batter. Serve warm with ice cream, or at room temperature with a cup of tea. Check out our best American desserts. Goat’s cheese, sunflower seed and cranberry salad Check out this gluten free goat's cheese salad with candied sunflower seeds and cranberries, it makes for a quick and easy veggie side dish. See all our creamy goat's cheese recipes. Christmas mojito Try this festive twist on everyone's favourite minty cocktail, where rum is mixed with cranberry juice and soda, then garnished with mint leaves and pomegranate seeds. Cranberry and almond muffins Packed full of seasonal produce, these cranberry and almond muffins are guaranteed to get you in the mood for Christmas. The perfect mix of sweet and sour, they make a great on-the-go breakfast. For another fruity bake, try our blueberry muffins. Coconut butter, date and cranberry energy balls Try our vegan coconut butter, date and cranberry energy balls. They're a really healthy pre-workout snack. We've got more healthy sweet snacks for you to try. Christmas morning cranberry butter This cranberry butter is a delicious topping for waffles or pancakes on Christmas morning and beyond. For another festive treat, sip on our Christmas hot chocolate. Cranberry and chestnut stuffing Make these festive chestnut stuffing bites for your Christmas dinner - balls of dried cranberry, sausagemeat, and chestnuts, wrapped in streaky bacon. Enjoy all our Christmas trimmings recipes. Cranberry tart with cinnamon cream Fill your tart with a Rudolph-red cranberry curd for the ultimate festive dessert this Christmas. Serve with sweet whipped cinnamon cream. Discover more delicious Christmas desserts. Gem squash with cranberry and chestnut stuffing This recipe for squash stuffed with cranberries, chestnuts and garlic is easy, healthy and vegetarian. See all our vegetarian Christmas recipes. Roast duck with cranberry and sour cherry sauce This is a great entertaining dish, it looks and tastes impressive, but is surprisingly easy to make. Use fresh cranberries if they're in season, and make double of the sauce to use with other meat. See our easy duck confit. Cranberry and ginger tiffin Make this simple, indulgent tiffin to treat someone for a festive gift. You can swap the white chocolate for dark or milk – go for the recipient’s favourite. The cranberry and ginger flavours really lift the buttery biscuit. Ready in only 30 minutes. You'll love our Baileys chocolate tiffin. Cranberry Christmas pudding A lighter version of the traditional pud, this won’t keep in the same way, although you can make it up to a week before you need it. Cook like a pro: finish with some extra sauce - melt 3 tbsp of golden syrup and add glacé cherries and almonds. Check out our classic Christmas pudding.
Get your greens with our nutritious broccoli recipes, from warming soup with croutons to a cheesy gnocchi bake and protein-rich fajitas
Looking for easy broccoli recipes? The ideas below use a head of broccoli or long-stem broccoli – we also have purple sprouting broccoli recipes, asparagus recipes, red cabbage recipes and best healthy veg recipes. Whether you prefer long-stemmed broccoli or the chunkier variety, check out our ways to use this nutritious green vegetable. You'll find spicy noodles, stir-fries, pesto pasta, baked broccoli cheese and lots more. Want expert advice for growing your own crop? Learn how to grow your own broccoli from our friends at Gardeners’ World.
Wondering what to do with leftover soured cream? From savoury to sweet, our soured cream recipes include Mexican elotes, chicken stroganoff and a peach cake
Soured cream is made by fermenting regular cream with bacteria, giving it its distinctly tangy taste. This makes it great in savoury dishes, such as creamy stroganoff and to dollop onto loaded nachos, but it can also add a contrasting savoury note to sweet dishes such as cakes and cheesecakes. Try these delicious recipes using soured cream, then discover our creamy pasta recipes, ice cream recipes, cheese recipes, easy mozzarella recipes as well as our dairy-free recipes.
Make one of our favourite ham hock recipes, from impressive terrines, to vibrant salads, warming pasta dishes and wholesome family stews
Looking for ham hock recipes? Want the best roast dinner recipes? Ham hock is a wonderfully versatile piece of meat and can be used in a variety of warming dishes, from soups, salads and pies to impressive dinner party starters. Try our ideas below and check out our best ever family friendly recipes here and our easy leftover ham recipes to make your ingredients go further. Also see our collection of Christmas ham recipes for the perfect festive centrepiece.
Indulge in a leisurely weekend with our sweet and savoury brunch ideas: peanut butter pancakes, blueberry smoothie bowls, and eggs in every style
Looking for the perfect brunch ideas? Restaurants across London and the UK are mad about brunch, so why not cosy up and enjoy brunch in your own home? Here are our brunch ideas for a crowd or to enjoy with someone special – pancakes, eggs all ways, we've got comfort food covered. Or try one of our healthy brunch ideas including super smoothies, buckwheat pancakes and avocado on toast ideas (or try our trendy squash on toast recipe). Master the brunch classics with ease – try our hollandaise recipe to make the perfect eggs benedict at home. Pair your brunch dishes with a pokey bloody mary, or start your day with a boost from our breakfast smoothie ideas. After, check out our easy breakfast recipes and recipes with chia seeds. Get your day off to a great start with our five tips for your morning routine. Looking for the best brunch in London? We've narrowed our favourites down in our guide to the best brunches in London.
Make the most of the versatility of this shellfish with our easy scallop recipes, including options for scallops in the shell, starters and impressive mains
Looking for scallop recipes? Scallops make an easy starter to serve at a dinner party, plus the shells add a pretty touch to impress your guests. As well as recipes for scallops in their shell, we have some seafood risotto ideas and much more. Next, try our clam recipes and mussels recipes, plus more seafood recipe ideas.
Drop that phone – our quick and easy takeaway-inspired recipes provide healthier and cheaper alternatives to fish and chips, pizza, kebabs and more.
Make a comforting dinner at home with our easy takeaway recipes. Want the best pizza recipes or a fully loaded burger? Or are you craving a fragrant curry or hearty kebab? We also have plenty of healthy fakeaway recipes if you're looking for lighter options, including veg-packed curries, nutritious stir-fries and even a cauliflower crust pizza. Fancy something sweet to finish? We've also got recipes for homemade gooey cookie dough, waffles and more to tempt your tastebuds. For more weeknight inspiration, see our easy midweek meals for fajitas, pasta and more.
Make one of our comforting pasta bakes in advance. These twists on family favourites include kale and ricotta lasagne, stuffed pasta shells and mac 'n' cheese
Looking for a comforting pasta bake recipe? Check out our best ever bubbling pasta dishes to feed the family. We have plenty of alternatives to chicken pasta bake and tuna pasta bake recipes, including classic mac 'n' cheese and sloppy joe meatball bake and traditional cheesy beef lasagne. Next, try our best lasagne recipes, best tortellini recipes, best spaghetti recipes, creamy pasta recipes and sausage pasta recipes.
Tuck into a comforting casserole recipe. Our warming dishes include hearty sausage and bean one-pots, slow cooked campfire stews and more
Looking for casserole recipes? Want the best chicken casserole or a hearty sausage casserole? See our ideas below for the ultimate comfort dish, including beef, pork and vegetarian suggestions. For a change from the usual, why not try one of our pheasant recipes. For more dinner inspiration, see our easy one-pot recipes or our best slow-cooker recipes.
Our mushroom recipes feature portobello, chestnut, porcini and more varieties to create fragrant curries, comforting soups, vibrant stir-fries and more
Looking for mushroom recipe ideas? Want to use up some dried porcini mushrooms or stuff a portobello? Try our recipes, from vegetarian twists on family favourites to experimenting with shiitake mushrooms. For more vegetable ideas, try our meat-free curries or our carrot recipes. Want expert advice for growing your own crop? Learn how to grow your own mushrooms from our friends at Gardeners’ World.
Make the most of this winter root vegetable with our easy turnip recipes. Choose from elegant starters to simple side dishes and comforting bakes
Looking for some easy turnip recipes? Want the best vegetable side dishes? Celebrate this winter root vegetable with our easy turnip recipes. They make a great addition to a Sunday roast or a simple traybake. See our recipes below and for more inspiration, see our celeriac recipes, beetroot dishes and parsnip recipes.
Our comforting veggie pie recipes are perfect for entertaining. From feta and spinach filo pie to creamy leek puff pastry, we've got lots of inspiration
There's nothing like a warming pie with a golden crust and delicious filling. Our vegetarian pie recipes make for easy meat-free entertaining ideas. Serve up an indulgently gooey cheese pastry or tuck into a hearty vegetarian shepherd's pie recipe. We've got plenty of ways to make the perfect vegetable pie, from classic puff pastry and lighter filo slices to modern twists inspired from different cuisines. Try our ideas below then check out more of our vegetarian entertaining ideas. If you're looking for more meat-free recipes check out our quick vegetarian recipes and christmas vegetarian alternatives. We've got our top vegan recipes, too. Plus, achieve perfect pastry with this easy full-proof flaky pie dough here or see our collection of the best pie recipes.
Our rice recipes use different grain varieties, including basmati, risotto and paella rice. Stir up kedgerees, fried rice, one-pots, rice pudding and more
Looking for easy rice recipes? Want to know how to use up the rice in your storecupboard? Try our ideas here, then check out our fried rice recipes, risotto recipes, brown rice recipes and paella recipes. If you have a bag of basmati rice, make our spring veg pilaf, Mexican rice or classic egg fried rice. Cooked a paella and have some paella rice left over? Check out our Spanish-style chicken and chorizo rice. Looking for other ways to use risotto rice? Try our arancini balls.
Our sweet and savoury pineapple recipes showcase the versatility of this tropical fruit. Enjoy it in fruity bakes, cocktails, curries, BBQ skewers and more
Looking for great pineapple recipes? Perhaps you want to make the best pineapple upside-down cake or find out how to BBQ pineapple? Pineapple is a versatile fruit but rarely gets to shine in the kitchen as much as it deserves. Here, we use it in everything from savoury curries and kebabs to sweet cakes and desserts. Try our ideas below, then also check out our banana recipes, mango recipes and coconut recipes for more tropical desserts. Also sip on our tropical tiki cocktails to transport yourself to sunnier climates - we've got piña coladas, banana daiquiris and more.
Try our best ever banana recipes, featuring creative ways to use overripe bananas, from pancakes and smoothies to bakes like banana bread and muffins
There’s nothing more sorry-looking than an overripe, brown-spotted banana. But with a little bit of imagination, you can blitz it, bake it or freeze it into something wonderful. From our inventive twists on classic banana bread, to showstopping tarts, cheesecakes, smoothies and even curries, we've got plenty of recipes showcasing the versatility of this tropical fruit. For more bakes and recipe inspiration using fruit, check out our apple recipes, pear recipes and pineapple recipes, or for berries, see the best strawberry recipes and blueberry recipes.
Our quinoa recipes make the most of this storecupboard staple in nutritious meals, from vibrant sweet potato chilli to vegan burritos and buddha bowls
Looking for quinoa recipes? Want to know how to cook this useful storecupboard ingredient? Try our favourite quinoa salads, chillis and colourful main courses with our top recipes. If you've got a sweet tooth, we've even paired quinoa with chocolate, raspberry and coconut to make a comforting and creamy porridge. Try our ideas below, or check out our vegan chilli ideas here. Get stuck into our best lentil recipes for more filling, nourishing bowlfuls packed with veg and then try our recipes with couscous and our fried rice recipes.