Make Christmas stress-free by exploring our make-ahead Christmas recipes. Get ahead of the game with our make-ahead Christmas starter recipes, no-bake Christmas dessert recipes, and freezable mince pie recipes.

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  • Christmas tree-shaped cake topped with meringues and biscuits

    White forest Christmas tree traybake

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.11 ratings

    Get ahead at Christmas with this showstopping cake boasting white chocolate, cherries and festive spice. You can bake the sponges, meringues and biscuits the day before assembling

  • White forest meringue roulade served on a plate and in slices

    White forest meringue roulade

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.24 ratings

    Try this ultimate make-ahead dessert for Christmas: meringue, white chocolate, cream and cherries are combined to make a luscious centrepiece

  • Red velvet brownies served on a plate

    Red velvet brownies

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Enjoy these festively red, rich and fudgy brownies swirled with a tangy cheesecake filling. They're perfect treat when you have guests over at Christmas

  • Gingerbread tres leches cake on a cake stand

    Gingerbread tres leches cake

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Give this Mexican-inspired cake a festive twist using ginger and cinnamon. The cake is soaked in a trio of sweetened milks, then topped with whipped cream

  • Mincemeat half-baked cookies on a serving platter

    Mincemeat half-baked cookies

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Indulge in these soft and squidgy Christmas cookies with moreish mincemeat flavours. Make ahead and freeze, then simply pop in the oven when guests arrive

  • Mint choc chip ice cream bombe on a cake stand

    Mint choc chip ice cream bombe

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Try this showstopping dessert inspired by the 80s classic, Viennetta. It's a perfect celebration pud that screams nostalgia at Christmastime

  • Pistachio nougat in a gift box

    Pistachio nougat

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Make some homemade nougat studded with pistachio chunks. Add in other festive goodies and wrap up in a presentation box for a thoughtful Christmas gift

  • A mini hot toddy pavlova on a plate

    Mini hot toddy pavlovas

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Take inspiration from a classic winter cocktail to create these mini pavlovas flavoured with whisky, pear and spices

  • A coffee & Irish cream semifreddo wreath on a serving plate

    Coffee & Irish cream semifreddo wreath

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Make this frozen dessert up to two days ahead of serving so you can spend more time with your guests. It’s sure to impress at a Christmas gathering

  • Apple crumble trifle in a large bowl with visible layers

    Apple crumble trifle

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.4 ratings

    Bring the comforting flavours and textures of apple crumble to a Christmas trifle. Prep ahead so all you need to do is assemble it on the day

  • Chocolate truffle & honeycomb torte with a slice cut out

    Chocolate truffle & honeycomb torte

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.6 ratings

    Try this easy no-bake dessert which uses just five ingredients. As well as looking great as a centrepiece, it's easy to carry to a gathering.

  • Four servings of pistachio tiramisu

    Pistachio tiramisu

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.11 ratings

    Delight guests with a pistachio twist on tiramisu, with a pistachio cream filling and pistachio topping. It's a perfect dessert for a dinner party

  • Layered fruit trifle in a glass bowl

    Classic sherry trifle

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.39 ratings

    Christmas celebrations are not complete without a classic trifle. This stunning dessert recipe features layers of madeira sponge, fruit jelly, custard and cream

  • One mince pie babka

    Mince pie babka

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Bake a mince pie take on babka to celebrate Christmas and Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights. It’s not a traditional Chanukah bake, but works brilliantly

  • Irish cream tiramisu served in a baking dish

    Baileys tiramisu

    A star rating of 3.8 out of 5.44 ratings

    You can make this no-cook tiramisu ahead to save on time when hosting a party. Made with Baileys, it's a truly grown-up dessert

  • A selection of no-bake PB&J cheesecake squares

    No-bake PB&J cheesecake squares

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.6 ratings

    Try these peanut butter and jam cheesecake squares. We’ve chosen a fruit topping, but you could opt for chocolate – turning it into a giant peanut butter cup.

  • Frosted pinecone cake with Christmas decorations alongside

    Frosted pinecone cake

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings

    Create this stunning bake for the Christmas table. Decorated with almond pinecones, it's a perfect centrepiece if you aren’t a fan of traditional fruitcake

  • Three slices of mince pie frangipane tart

    Mince pie frangipane tart

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Combine a classic almond-infused bake with Christmassy mincemeat and tart cranberry sauce for a simple, festive treat. Enjoy warm with a drizzle of cream

  • Tahini Mississippi mud pie decorated with sesame brittle

    Tahini Mississippi mud pie

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Try our take on this classic dessert from the States – it's ideal for making ahead, topped with sesame brittle for a stunning centrepiece pud

  • Stollen bites on a plate

    Stollen bites

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.6 ratings

    Turn stollen into bite-size treats. With squidgy, sweet bread studded with fruit and wrapped in marzipan, it’s easy to see why this German bake is so popular

  • Next level Christmas pudding topped with whole cherries and almonds

    Next level Christmas pudding

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.5 ratings

    Update the traditional Christmas pud to include more of what you love - cherries, almonds and figs are a feature of this pudding and make it super special

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