The festive season just isn’t complete without a Christmas cake, and anything from this collection of showstoppers is guaranteed to impress your dinner guests.
The classic boiled fruit cake is a traditional crowd pleaser, but the gorgeous little Christmas puddings are perfect for something a little different.
And if you’re really out for a decadent dessert, give the rich chocolate cake a go.
Have a click through the gallery to find the perfect pudding recipe… and don’t forget the brandy butter!
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Boiled fruit cake
Boiled fruit cake
Nothing says Christmas like a dense, plump fruit cake loaded with nuts, fruits, spices and cheeky splash of sherry.
Rich chocolate fruit cake
Rich chocolate fruit cake
This decadent cake is packed full of the goodness of cherries, raisins and sultanas, then coated in a rich, dark chocolate frosting to create this divine dessert that’s worthy of any celebration.
Mince pies three ways
Mince pies three ways
Unleash your creativity whipping up these minced fruit and nut pies with a brandy kick. They can be shaped into stars, snowflakes or topped with sweet meringue to offer something for everyone at your next special social gathering.
Gingerbread gift boxes
Gingerbread gift boxes
These gingerbread gift boxes are an adorable (and edible) way to package up any sweet treat. Go all out this Christmas and whip up a bunch for dessert.
Christmas puddings
Christmas puddings
Nothing says the festive season quite like Christmas pudding – dense, moist and loaded with delicious dried fruit.
Little chocolate Christmas puddings
Little chocolate Christmas puddings
A British touch for your Aussie Christmas lunch.
Christmas gift cakes
Christmas gift cakes
These adorable little parcels make a perfect gift at Christmas time.
Golden boiled pudding
Golden boiled pudding
We used Grand Marnier in this recipe, but you could use any citrus-flavoured liqueur you like. Serve warm with lashings of cream, custard or sauce.
Iced Christmas cupcakes
Iced Christmas cupcakes
Make your Christmas special with these delightful fruitcake cupcakes.
Brandy butter
Brandy butter
Sweet and sinful – this heavenly brandy butter is quick, easy, and so delicious!
