Chocoholic’s Christmas pudding

Chocoholic’s Christmas pudding

A definite crowd pleaser – chocolate mousse hidden by a layer of chocolate sponge, covered with the best chocolate topping we’ve ever tasted.   Ingredients: For the sponge 4 eggs 100g caster sugar 100g self-raising flour 50g cocoa , plus extra for...
Gravy for the Christmas turkey

Gravy for the Christmas turkey

This simple recipe uses white wine for a pale, light gravy, but it can also be made with red wine or Port for a richer flavour.   Ingredients: 1 tbsp flour 200ml white wine or red wine 600ml chicken stock Directions: Pour away any excess fat from the turkey...
Christmas ham with sticky ginger glaze

Christmas ham with sticky ginger glaze

Forget the ham kettle or supersized pan – you can cook this luscious sticky ham in the oven, with equally tasty results.   Ingredients: 1 uncooked ham (about 5kg/11lb), soaked according to the butcher’s instructions 1 large onion , thickly sliced 5 cm...
Gingerbread stained glass biscuits

Gingerbread stained glass biscuits

Bake these pretty gingerbread biscuits with a stained glass centre as treats at Christmas time with the kids. They make great presents for friends and family   Ingredients: 175g dark soft brown sugar 85g golden syrup 100g unsalted butter 2-3 tsp ground ginger...
Elf & Santa cupcakes

Elf & Santa cupcakes

Get the kids involved in making these cute elf and Santa cupcakes with our template for the chimney-style paper cases.   Ingredients: For the cupcakes 175g butter , softened 175g golden caster sugar 3 eggs 200g self-raising flour 1 orange , zested and 1/2 juiced...