Top Desserts to Try this Christmas

Sweet, sticky, and packed with vine fruits, brandy-soaked cherries, Braeburn apples, and nuts, our Collection 12-Month Matured Christmas Pudding is a festive classic. Infused with brandy and rum for a deep, mellow flavour and finished with a splash of cognac, this indulgent pudding pairs perfectly with thick double cream or vanilla ice cream. For an extra touch of tradition, crown your pud with holly, douse it in brandy and set it alight, or hide a small silver coin inside. Wrapped in a beautiful tea towel, it also makes a perfect gift.

Soft, fluffy panettone is a beloved Italian Christmas tradition, and it’s a festive treat deserving of a place on your Christmas table. Whether you’re sticking to the classic or elevating the flavour with a chocolate or nut-studded version, we’ve got panettone for every taste. Perfect as a dessert (or breakfast), it’s divine served with a dollop of cream or ice cream and a glass of marsala. Whether you’re feeding the whole family or looking for a smaller stocking-filler-sized panettone, we offer a range of sizes, all bursting with this year’s must-try flavours. And don’t forget to try our irresistible recipe ideas to help use up any leftovers!

Looking for a homemade festive dessert without the fuss? Bursting with fresh fruit and all your favourite toppings, this fully-loaded Christmas pavlova is quick to make and guaranteed to steal the spotlight at your festive table. Follow our easy 4-step, 10-minute recipe, using our trusty (and delicious) Collection Madagascan vanilla pavlova base, and watch as it transforms into a festive masterpiece. Pile it high with seasonal fruit, kirsch-spiked cherries, whipped cream, and a scattering of pistachios.

What says Christmas more than a mince pie? Our mince pies are packed with delicious twists, from the caramelised sugar in the pastry of our Collection Mince Pies to the irresistibly crumbly, rich vegan pastry in our Plant Kitchen Mince Pies. If you’re looking for something different, try pies crowned with sloe gin crumble, chocolatey pies adorned with Rodney Reindeer, or frangipane-topped mince pies with a crumble finish. Whether you’re going traditional, gluten-free, plant-based, or want to try something new, explore our guide to the best mince pies in the Foodhall this Christmas.