Throughout the UK home baking has become very popular, largely thanks to TV shows like the Great British Bake Off. Christmas is the one time of year when we tend to pull out all the culinary stops. This year why not bake your own tasty treats, you could even get the children involved and make a family affair of it. We have scoured the internet to share with you some traditional Christmas recipes and some new festive twists.
Melted Snowman Cupcakes
As an easy starter for 10, why not try these fun melted snowman cupcakes from Olive Magazine. They are amazingly simple to make, we’re sure you will agree the look very cute. You can experiment with the cupcake flavours and colours to tailor them to your family tastes.
Yule Log
Nothing says Christmas like an indulgent Christmas Yule Log. We particularly like this one from the Queen of Baking herself, Mary Berry. Not only does it look looks delicious, it can be put together in less than an hour. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not mix a splash of Baileys into the cream for an extra flavoursome punch?
Crumbly Mince Pies
A firm favourite for everyone at Christmas is Mince pies and tradition states that how lucky you are next year depends on how many Mince Pies you eat. Now you have a great excuse to eat as many was you want. This slightly alternative recipe for crumble topped mince pies is sure to be a real pleaser.
Gingerbread Wreath
Gingerbread has been a traditional treat at Christmas for quite a while, instead of the usual gingerbread house, why not try this Gingerbread man wreath it makes a perfect decoration as well as a tasty treat.
Brussel Sprout Cake Pops
Sprouts are a contentious issue at Christmas and you either love them or hate them, but we have found the perfect solution to allow everyone to enjoy these somewhat vilified veggie delights. How about rustling up some lovely Brussel Sprout Cake Pops, they have all the aesthetics of a Brussel Sprout and none of the taste. They are sure to be a talking point and you’ll finally get the kids eating sprouts.
The Alternative Christmas Pudding
Christmas pudding is a must for the big day but it does take a long time to make and mature, but we have found the perfect replacement that the children can help you make. We are sure the kids will love eating too! These Christmas Pudding Rice Krispie cakes only take around 35 minutes to make. Snap, Crackle and Pop!
We’ve covered a few sweet delights to tempt your baking skills, but now it is time to look at some tasty savoury treats that you could try your hand at baking this Christmas.
Cheesy Marmite Straws
Although not strictly traditional Christmas fare, we think you will adore these Cheesy Marmite straws – or you might hate them! They are worth a try as a tempting starter or snack over Christmas.
Pesto Christmas Tree
If you’ll be enjoying a glass or two of fizz and want a complimentary treat you should try this amazing Pesto Christmas tree. Despite appearances, it is very easy to make and tastes fantastic. Give it a go.
Brie and Cranberry Twists
We all know that Cranberry sauce goes well with the turkey on Christmas day, but it is much more versatile than we give it credit for. Take a look at these Brie and Cranberry twists from BBC good food. Who wouldn’t want them as a warmup for Christmas dinner or as a part of a hot buffet on Boxing day?
Mouth Watering Blinis
Cocktail sausages always make an appearance at some stage over Christmas. Mainly because they are easy to cook and make a great little snack, but why not go one step further and transform them into these mouth wateringly gooey maple glazed sausage blinis?
Ready, Steady, Cook!
We hope that these recipes have got your baking hands twitching. We are sure that the fruits of your labour will grace any table, so get your baking trays out and start cooking!
