Classic Christmas recipes
What makes a recipe a Christmas classic? These are the dishes that have stood the test of time, which we love to bring out each year as part of the rituals and nostalgia around a traditional Christmas dinner. Welcome to our one-stop shop of classics – and only classics.
Fancy a change this year? Then see our Christmas hub for 100s more ideas…
Want to jazz up your failsafe festive dishes? Discover our Glow Up mini recipes, including a luscious sage and nutmeg garlic butter to rub under the turkey’s skin or toss with veg.
Showing 1-16 of 45 recipes
Save recipe
Christmas turkey recipes
Roast turkey with a bacon lattice
You can never have too much bacon at Christmas, and dressing turkey with a bacon lattice imparts flavour and stops the breast drying out.
-
Medium
Save recipe
Brussels sprouts recipes
Roast sprouts with bacon, chestnuts and cream
Roast sprouts with bacon and chestnuts until tender and nutty, then stir through cream for an unapologetically decadent Christmas side dish.
-
Easy
Save recipe
Festive desserts
Michel Roux Jr’s Yule log
Supremo chef Michel Roux Jr shows you how to create a classic bûche de Noël or Yule log, the traditional French Christmas dessert.
-
Medium
Save recipe
Trifle recipes
Sherry trifle with praline and orange custard
Our stunning sherry trifle is topped with orange custard, a billowing layer of cream and praline shards. The perfect festive dessert.
-
Easy
Save recipe
Christmas cake recipes
Mary Berry’s rich fruit Christmas cake
Mary Berry's rich traditional Christmas cake recipe is filled with fruit, almonds, brandy and treacle. It's the perfect pudding for your festive feast.
-
Easy
Save recipe
Make-ahead Christmas starters
Individual smoked salmon terrines for Christmas
Looking for a salmon starter? Make this easy to prepare smoked salmon terrine recipe as a starter to serve at a dinner party, or Christmas lunch...
-
Easy
Save recipe
Mince pie recipes
Deep-filled mince pies
These deep-filled mince pies are a special way to say thanks to friends and neighbours. Make a batch and store in a tin for a thoughtful gift.
-
Easy
Save recipe
Christmas baking recipes
Demerara rough puff pastry mince pies
Mince pies made with flaky puff pastry are really special, but rather time-consuming. For a slightly quicker version, try this rough puff pastry recipe.
-
Medium
Save recipe
Christmas starter recipes
Classic prawn cocktail
Whip up this retro dessert – classic prawn cocktail – in just 15 minutes and serve as a fun yet elegant starter to dinner party guests.
-
Easy
Save recipe
Christmas trimmings, sides and sauces
The easiest pigs in blankets
This classic pigs in blankets recipe couldn't be easier to make and will complete any festive dinner – it wouldn't be Christmas without them!
-
Easy
Save recipe
Christmas turkey recipes
Simple turkey brine recipe
Take your Christmas dinner up a notch wuth this turkey brine recipe, ensuring a beautifully moist texture and even more flavour.
-
Easy
Save recipe
Christmas baking recipes
Christmas gingerbread men
We've taken inspiration from our favourite ballet, The Nutcracker, to create these gingerbread soldiers. You can use a regular gingerbread man cutter too
-
Easy
Save recipe
Christmas trimmings, sides and sauces
Classic bread sauce
Simple, creamy and a must with turkey (or chicken if you like), this bread sauce recipe will complete your roast dinner.
-
Easy
Save recipe
Red cabbage recipes
Spiced red cabbage
Brighten up the Christmas table with this red cabbage side dish with warming spices, red wine and apple.
-
Easy
Save recipe
Christmas trimmings, sides and sauces
Christmas bread sauce
Bread sauce is a brilliant addition to a poultry roast or Christmas lunch. This recipe can be frozen, so you can make it in advance and save time on the day
-
Easy
Save recipe
Cauliflower recipes
Cauliflower wellington
This cauliflower wellington recipe has been developed with a traditional, luxurious beef wellington in mind. It's vegetarian roast perfection.
-
Easy
Subscribe to our magazine
Food stories, skills and tested recipes, straight to your door... Enjoy 5 issues for just £5 with our special introductory offer.
Subscribe
Unleash your inner chef
Looking for inspiration? Receive the latest recipes with our newsletter