The 50 best dessert recipes for Christmas 2022
Chocolate mint Aero trifle
If this choc mint trifle doesn't scream Christmas dessert, we don't know what does. Loaded with Aeros, mud cake, dark chocolate and lots and lots of cream, it's the ultimate centerpiece. Best of all, you can prepare it ahead of time.
Passionfruit curd ripple cheesecake
The bright acidity of passionfruit a perfect foil for the rich creaminess of this cheesecake.
Espresso martini pavlova
Your favourite cocktail just became dessert and it's everything you'd hoped it would be: fluffy pavlova, vodka-spiked coffee syrup, whipped cream, and chocolate.
Pimm's pavlova roll
Fruity and fun, we’re on a roll with this summery cocktail meringue cake. Made with Pimm's liqueur and decorated with strawberries, orange and cucumber, it's deliciously drizzled in a citrussy ginger syrup.
Peach and raspberry slab pavlova
We've reimagined the classic pavlova, topped with seasonal roast peaches, raspberries and turkish delight.
Lemon and lime curd pavlova roll
This lemon and lime curd pavlova roll is way too easy to eat. Our suggestion? Make two!
Pavlova with whipped Baileys custard
Move over whipped cream - we're topping classic pavlova with homemade Baileys custard for a truly decadent Aussie dessert.
Baby gingerbread ripple cakes
We've taken our best old-school choc ripple cake, made it mini and given it a Christmas twist! These easy individual desserts are made by simply layering gingernut biscuits with a sweet ginger and cinnamon cream and a butterscotch caramel sauce. If ginger beer isn't your thing, you can replace it just with milk.
Golden Gaytime trifle
This stunning trifle is all about the Gaytime ice cream (and the butterscotch, and the caramel…). It will make the perfect Christmas dessert showpiece. See our notes on how to make this recipe ahead of time.
Gingerbread eggnog custard pie
We've taken three Christmas classics - gingerbread, eggnog and custard - and turned it into this easy dessert you'll make for years to come.
Choc mint ripple cake
Old-school favourite choc ripple cake gets the Christmas treatment in this easy no-cook dessert you'll be making for years to come.
Espresso martini ripple cakes
Espresso martini meets cake! With Choc Ripple biscuits and coffee-flavoured liqueur, this recipe is a perfect after-dinner treat (for adult's only).
Fairy bread dessert lasagne
This is a great party dessert that you can make ahead and not worry about on the day. The six layers are stunning to look at and provide distinct bursts of flavour and texture. There is no baking required so it's perfect to make in the warmer months.
Gin and tonic trifle wreath
Featuring all the best bits of a traditional trifle - cake, jelly and cream, but shaped like a wreath, this dessert will definitely impress your Christmas lunch guests. It doesn't hurt that it also tastes like a gin and tonic!
Butterscotch impossible pie
This pie has a lovely, slightly wobbly filling that resembles a baked custard. Brown sugar and butter give it that butterscotch flavour. Did we mention it takes 5 minutes to prep?
Biscoff rocky road
It was only a matter of time before we found a way to incorporate the two cult favourites, Caramilk (the Twirl version) and Biscoff (both the biscuits and the spread) into a rocky road slice. Throw in some toffee fudge and the results are as decadent and moreish as you would expect. Enjoy!
White Christmas trifle
Inspired by white Christmas, this pretty-in-pink trifle is filled with sponge, jelly, custard, Raffaello chocolates, raspberries and white Christmas stars.
Clinkers white chocolate rocky road
Love clinkers and white chocolate? This super quick and easy rocky road is for you!
Fluffy passionfruit impossible cheesecake
There is a good reason this passionfruit cake has the word 'fluffy' in the name - the texture is just heavenly (and the sweet, summery smell of passionfruit isn't bad either). It's bound to become an instant new baking classic.
Condensed milk surprise pudding
This dessert is naughty on two fronts. First of all, it uses packet cake as a bit of a shortcut, and second, well, just look at that photo. It's actually made with four ingredients all up but we recommend serving with vanilla ice-cream, so make that five which still makes it amazing in our books.
Mini Baileys Basque cheesecakes
Basque cheesecakes are known for their dark, “burnt” look. These mini versions are made in a silicone cupcake pan and flavoured with Baileys Irish Cream liqueur. They are extra creamy and indulgent, a perfect dinner party dessert.
Aperol spritz trifle
Prep this boozy layered trifle, featuring Aperol, ahead of time so you can relax and enjoy the festivities.
Best-ever Caramilk cheesecake
Soft and cheesy vanilla centre, topped with a creamy Caramilk ganache. We are not kidding when we say this is the best-ever Caramilk cheesecake.
Pineapple sour cream cheesecake
This no-bake cheesecake recipe is perfect for beginners. The simple, buttery Granita biscuit base perfectly complements the creamy filling and tangy pineapple chunks.
Mini gin and tonic trifles
These quick mini desserts are the easy way to entertain without spending hours in the kitchen.
Kinder Bueno cheesecake
We've used blitzed Kinder Bueno bars in the biscuit base of this no-bake cheesecake, hidden them throughout the chocolate cream cheese layer AND put some on top too. It's the ultimate easy dessert recipe but is guaranteed to wow everyone!
Salted toffee-top rice puddings
Made with cream and condensed milk, these individually-served rice puddings are next level creamy. They are topped with a hard layer of set toffee that makes a very satisfying crunch when you dig in. We love a good sweet and salty combo here, but if it's not to your liking you can always leave off the sea salt flakes at the end.
Neapolitan chocolate block pudding
There are 4 whole blocks of Cadbury Neapolitan chocolate used to make the melty topping on this oozy self-saucing pudding.
Easy Caramilk ice-cream cake
With four (yes, four) types of Caramilk, this cake is a must-have to keep in the freezer for easy entertaining. It makes a great birthday cake or even a Christmas dessert.
Flake ice-cream cake
Chocolate cake, vanilla ice-cream and 30 Cadbury Flake bars - meet your new favourite dessert.
Mulled wine trifles
Garnishing with dehydrated orange slices gives these adults-only individual trifles a fabulous cocktail vibe.
Caramilk white Christmas slice
A classic white christmas slice meets Caramilk in this indulgent and crispy treat that is super easy to make. You can use whatever dried fruit or nuts take your fancy.
Peaches and cream slice
This no-bake slice pairs the classic flavour combination of peaches and cream in an easy to make dessert or afternoon tea. For an even peachier flavour, finely chop extra fresh or canned peaches and scatter them over the top!
Baklava vanilla slice
All the sweet, nutty flavour of the classic Turkish dessert (plus lashings of custard), with no fiddly filo in sight!
Lemon paradise cake
Here's a new cake idea! We baked a layer of vanilla custard and a layer of lemon curd into the middle of a lemon cake to make it perfectly gooey in the middle. And there's a secret to the heavenly frosting too: a clever combination of sour cream and cream cheese.
Negroni boiled fruit cake
If you're looking for a boozy Christmas dessert idea, look no further than this Negroni cocktail-inspired fruit cake. It has a slightly bittersweet flavour from the Campari which goes beautifully with the oranges. It’s so good, it’s definitely been added to this year’s ‘nice’ list.
Cornflake crunch cake
Turn the cereal and milk of your childhood into a delicious cake! This cake is best if you add the topping just before serving and eat it the same day, so that it retains its beautiful crunch.
99 Flake cheesecake
It takes 31 mini Cadbury Flake chocolate bars to make the best no-bake cheesecake. (And did we mention the base is made from choc ripple biscuits?) This easy dessert might look like a showstopper, but anyone can make it.
Baileys snickertini trifle
We’ve gone nuts with the layers in this Snickers and Baileys beauty – the more the merrier to get you in the Christmas spirit!
French strawberry dessert cake
The world's most heavenly cake is gooey underneath with a sweet, crackable crust on top. Don't be tempted to drop the strawberries in too soon or they will sink!
Caramel drizzle churro cake
The churros in this cake are baked not fried, so you can tell yourself this is a 'healthier' version when you're devouring the layers of creamy, fluffy, caramel goodness.
Lemon crumb cake
Spongy underneath, crumbly on top and lemony custard throughout - throw in a cuppa and this cake will take you back to afternoon tea in Nanna's kitchen.
Turkish lemon dessert cakes
Using semolina (a type of course flour made from ground durum wheat) in this recipe means the little cakes have a tender crumb with a firm crust. The lemon syrup ensure they are moist and moreish.
Lemon dream dessert
This super easy no-bake cheesecake slice has a creamy lemon centre and a buttery biscuit base.
Choc caramel dessert lasagne
We love a shortcut! This cheat's dessert is made using store-bought ingredients like frozen cake and chocolate mousse mix, so you can get it prepped in 20 minutes flat.
Peach dessert cake
This easy cake made with canned peaches, smooth ricotta and almond milk can be served with whipped cream as dessert or for morning or afternoon tea.
White Christmas vanilla slice
Classic vanilla slice gets a Christmas twist in this easy dessert recipe made with puff pastry, white chocolate and rice bubbles.
Gin and tonic pudding
Turn your favourite gin cocktail into pudding so you can enjoy it for drinks AND dessert!
Baked Baileys tart
It's no secret that Baileys Irish Cream goes perfectly in desserts and we've just proven it again with this sweet tart. The smooth taste of Baileys is baked into a creamy custard - simple but impressive. To save time, you can use store-bought shortcrust pastry.
Jaffa chocolate cheesecake
Infused with that irresistible combo of chocolate and orange, this jaffa-bejeweled cake is sure to impress your guests. It's the adult version of a smarties cake. Deep, dark, delicious.
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