103 Easy Christmas dessert recipes
Create sweet treats for every festive table with these easy Christmas dessert recipes.
When it comes to Christmas desserts, there’s no such thing as too many options. Some occasions call for the classics – rich puddings, creamy cheesecakes and pavlovas piled high with fruit. Others are made for something a little unexpected: think pistachios or biscoff.
Whether you’re all about tradition or love trying something new, these recipes make it easy to end your feast on a high note.
Pavlova recipes
Christmas trifle recipes
Christmas cheesecake recipes
Bombe Alaska & Semifreddo recipes
Eton mess recipes
Tiramisu recipes
Classic pudding recipes
Traditional Christmas fruitcake recipes
Gingerbread-flavoured desserts
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Christmas dessert ideas for every gathering
Go indulgent or keep it light. Try a banana, coconut and chocolate semifreddo, bake white Christmas cupcakes for a fun twist on tradition, or serve elegant lemon tarts to finish on a bright note. With options for every taste, these desserts work for intimate family meals and bigger occasions.
Build your Christmas dessert menu
Balance is crucial when building out a dessert menu. Pair lighter sweets with heartier mains, or match bakes with fresh fruit and cream. Our festive desserts also play nicely with our Christmas lunch and dinner recipes. By mixing a variety of textures and flavours, it’s easy to end Christmas day on a high.
Treat yourself to Christmas desserts
Thanks to our easy Christmas recipes, you can create desserts that look impressive without the stress. From quick bakes to make‑ahead chilled options, find plenty of ways to sweeten your table.