Christmas can be a stressful time when you’re doing the cooking, but our simple sweet treats are quick to prepare, affording you time to spend with your guests. You can find all your favourite Christmas easy desserts to make at home recipes in our ultimate collection.
You may also want to browse our easiest ever Christmas dinner menu so the big day is taken care of. These speedy recipes are ideal for when guests arrive at short notice. If you can spare 10 minutes you can whip up our Black Forest Christmas fool with boozy cherries, rich fruitcake and dark chocolate. Simply assemble six ingredients in one step. Or, for something more nostalgic, whip up our Baileys banana trifles. Just swap the Baileys for toffee sauce if you’re catering for kids.
Need a Christmas pudding at the eleventh hour? Try our last-minute Christmas pudding using shop-bought mincemeat. Prep for 10 minutes, then simply microwave it. It wouldn’t be Christmas without unexpected guests dropping in for tea.
But what to serve with a cuppa? Whether you’re a fan of traditional fruitcake or whismsical wintry creations with modern flavours, we have an easy bake for you. Try our Black Forest loaf cake with cream and boozy cherries. You can make it in an hour-and-a-half and refrigerate it for up to three days in readiness for surprise visitors. You could get the kids involved in baking our easy winter wonderland cake, with a whiter than white frosting that evokes a snowy scene. The dark chocolate sponge sandwiched with strawberry jam provides a stunning contrast slathered with our delicate vanilla icing. If you’re a stickler for tradition, try our lighter version of a classic Christmas fruitcake.