Stir-up Sunday is just around the corner, celebrating the tradition of Christmas baking before the start of Advent. Gather with loved ones in the kitchen and bring the festive magic to life with these delicious bakes.
Hazelnut Chocolate Truffles
Using our award-winning Hazelnut Chocolate Spread, this recipe makes 12-16 bite-sized delights to serve to family and friends. Alternatively, they make a perfect homemade festive gift when placed in our limited edition festively embellished jar and finished with a pretty ribbon and tag.
Rudolph Reindeer Cake
Nothing says Christmas is coming quite like this festive showstopper! This cake is perfect for all the family and can be made to suit gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan diets. Filled with traditional festive and fruity flavours, this recipe uses Bonne Maman Apricot, Fig or Mirabelle Plum Conserve to create a moist cake that can be kept frozen for up to three months once baked.
Christmas Carrot Cake
A classic dessert with a seasonal twist, this cake is spiced with fresh ginger and layered with a creamy frosting and Bonne Maman Apricot Conserve. Enjoy simply sitting by the fire on a cold winter evening or serve at a Christmas gathering to spread the festive cheer. The cake can be made and frozen up-to-three months in advance ready for the big day.
Mini Shortbread Mince Pies
A traditional Christmas recipe with a touch of something new. This recipe uses Bonne Maman Apricot Conserve to enhance the flavours of the traditional mince pie and balance the richness in the dark chocolate. Perfect served to friends or enjoyed alongside a cup of tea throughout December.
Chocolate Cherry Truffles
Perfect little treats to enjoy throughout the festive season, these truffles combine the richness of velvety chocolate with bursts of sweet cherry. Test them out with other fruit flavours, such as dried figs with Bonne Maman Fig Conserve or dried apricots with Apricot Conserve. This recipe can also be made vegan so is the perfect festive sweet treat to serve to all family and friends.