A collection of over 100 easy Christmas Recipes that will immediately put you in the holiday mood. This is a mix of Indian and International recipes that are delicious and at the same time easy for anybody to put together!
Planning a Christmas menu is hard work – we know! But what if we gave you a list to choose from? A nice, thoughtfully curated list so that you don’t have to look for inspiration anywhere else. Choose from recipes ranging from easy to moderate (we don’t believe in too much hard work around here!) that you can include in your Christmas menu this year.
The best part? We have vegetarian options and Indian options, so if you want to do something different, we got you covered there too!
If I had to pick, my appetizer list would include Cheese Balls (prep them ahead and freeze so you only have to deep fry when guests arrive), the Apple Pie Chips (sooo addictive and who doesn’t love dessert for starters – also make these ahead), and the Beetroot Dip (another make ahead and refrigerate till you are ready to serve appetizer which also adds a gorgeous colour to the table).
This bread dipping oil will be the star of your Holiday food table. It comes together quickly and with simple ingredients, but every bite feels like a flavor explosion.
A sweet, spicy marinade is what sets these apart. Unlike chicken wings than can be flavourless when you bite into them, these are juicy and packed with flavour. Baked instead of fried, these can also be thrown on the grill for a fantastic barbecue.
Make chicken lollipop at home with this detailed, easy to follow recipe. These lollipops are crunchy, juicy and taste just as good as takeout! Plus when you make them at home, no more soggy lollipops.
Nobody can resist these so make extras! The outside is crunchy and inside is creamy, gooey and has melty cheesy center. My fail proof method to double crumb these will ensure you have perfect cheese balls every time
The easiest recipe for baked popcorn chicken that can be made two ways – spicy and non spicy! Tastes KFC style, but gluten free and guilt free for the perfect party appetizer.
Leftover Mashed Potato Ham Cakes (Like Cheesy Pancakes)
Leftover Mashed Potato Ham Cakes are the best way to use up extra mashed potatoes for a delicious, cheesy appetiser that everyone will go crazy for! These are like cutlets or cheesy pancakes and taste amazing served with sour cream. Recipe Video ABOVE.
Easy cheese fondue recipe with white wine is a perfect gourmet appetizer that you can make at home! Cheeses like emmental, gruyere and cheddar work best for a silky, creamy, indulgent swiss fondue. Amazing for New Years Eve, Valentines Day or a date night!
Baked Firecracker Chicken Meatballs (Juicy, Spicy and Saucy)
Baked firecracker chicken meatballs are juicy, spicy and saucy! This easy appetizer is perfect for holiday parties. Each meatball is super tender and full of flavour.
If you think regular deviled eggs are great, these spicy bacon deviled eggs are the bomb! They have a kick from the heat, and smokiness from the bacon and are really fast to put together. Watch Recipe Video ABOVE.
This quick and easy Egyptian beetroot dip is healthy and looks beautiful on the table, which makes it perfect to serve at holidays, parties and family get togethers. Nobody will be able to resist that vibrant color. Serve it with crackers for a crunchy, creamy combination.
This Hariyali Paneer Tikka brings a refreshing twist to your typical paneer dishes. It's made with straightforward ingredients but delivers bold flavours that'll surprise you!
The key to making really crispy falafel is using dried chickpeas that have been soaked for at least 12 hours. Stay away from canned chickpeas because they are cooked and won't hold shape. Combined with herbs, garlic, onion, chillies and spices, falafels are a flavour bomb!
Dare I say that these Dominos style garlic breadsticks are even better than the original! We are showing you how to make them two ways – plain and stuffed with cheese. They have a beautiful crunchy crust with soft, garlicky bread on the inside.
These homemade pepperoni cheese bombs are made from scratch and so easy! They are stuffed with mozzarella and pepperoni and perfect game day party food recipe. Make them for superbowl or tailgating!
Crazy good homemade guacamole is easier than you think. It’s a simple five minute recipe that starts with choosing ripe avocados which is key. I have tips and tricks listed above to help you choose the right avocados for your guacamole, ways to store guacamole for later and some fun ideas to use any extra guac.
This Caramel Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip is a breeze to make and the perfect fall holiday appetizer or dessert. We use whipped cream instead of Cool Whip for more volume and flavor.
Vanilla Cinnamon Old Fashioned is a twist on the classic cocktail. This whiskey based drink has warm notes from cinnamon and vanilla and is a delicious winter drink
Moscow Mule is a classic cocktail that's made with only two ingredients. We decided to take it up a notch by adding roasted pineapple. This adds a nice sweet smoky flavour to the drink and really takes it up a notch.
Our take on Gin and Tonic with strawberries and pepper is super refreshing and fun. Fruity, tart, sweet and slightly spicy notes make this strawberry pepper gin and tonic cocktail perfect for brunches and family meals.
This non alcoholic version of mulled wine is so good that it’ll make you forget alcohol! It’s aromatic, infused with spices and a perfect remedy for a sore throat.
Non Alcoholic Eggnog is so easy to make at home. With only six ingredients, this creamy, custardy drink is perfect for adults and kids – a christmas mocktail that everyone can enjoy!
Classic roast chicken made scrumptious with our very own herb garlic marinade. This detailed foolproof recipe will help you make the perfect homemade roast chicken.
Roasted spatchcock chicken is butterflied chicken marinated in orange rosemary butter. It’s a technique that produces a beautiful, juicy chicken with crispy skin.
This vegetarian version of Instant Pot Lasagna tastes amazing and has some beautiful layers of pasta, sauteed veggies, ricotta spinach, pasta sauce and lots of cheese. Nobody will guess that this was made in the pressure cooker so forget the oven and try this foolproof way of making Lasagna instead.
This Kerala Style egg biryani or mutta biryani has a slightly different flavour profile than most biryani recipes because of the spices used in the recipe. It's really easy to make, and a fantastic way to feed a big family or a crowd. Also eggs work so well in a biryani that you really won't miss the meat.
This Paneer Biryani with Makhani gravy is a unique twist on a vegetarian biryani that combines my love for paneer makhani and biryani! It's got layers of paneer makhani, fragrant basmati rice, mint, coriander and fried onions and every bite is super tasty.
My Mutton Biryani recipe will give you fantastic results every single time. It needs a little time and effort but you'll be rewarded with juicy, flavourful, tender pieces of meat and really fragrant rice.
Insanely delicious veg biryani is a great alternative for vegetarians. This recipe is so good that even meat lovers will be impressed! It's the perfect family style meal. My tips and tricks will make sure you have the perfect vegetarian biryani every single time.
The Best Chicken Biryani (Step by step video recipe)
Watch Recipe Video ABOVE for step by step directions. This homemade chicken biryani recipe is easier than you think. I have broken down the entire recipe into a step by step process so that you can make this at your own pace. This biryani recipe is closest to Hyderabadi Biryani where chicken and rice are layered to make the most fragrant, and well spiced biryani.
These creamy chicken meatballs in mushroom sauce are soft, juicy, full of flavor and tossed in a luscious sauce made up with lots of mushrooms. This is a delicious 30 minute dish that’s perfect for dinner with some noodles or pasta.
Vegetable Au Gratin or Baked Vegetables in white sauce is a retro favourite. This recipe used a lot of vegetables that tossed in bechamel sauce that are baked till bubbling. Topped with a cheese and panko breadcrumb crust, its best paired with toasted garlic bread or dinner rolls.
This pressure cooker beef bourguignon has all the right flavors and is inspired by Julia Child’s beef stew with red wine and has tender, fall apart beef chunks. Easy and fast because its made in an Instant Pot but with the same flavors!
Creamy Lemon Chicken Scallopini is a super quick recipe that takes less than 30 minutes to put on the table and has a delicious lemon sauce that you’ll want to drink straight from the pan! Studded with capers, this dish looks fantastic and tastes great. Its gluten free, and keto friendly.
This easy vegetarian lasagna is the queen of comfort food. Its loaded with spinach ricotta, vegetables and a super easy homemade pasta sauce plus lots of cheese! A truly hearty meal in itself.
Flavourful, elegant mutton yakhni pulao is so easy that you can whip it up for dinner, especially if you make it in a Pressure cooker. Fragrant rice, tender pieces of meat, this is fit for a celebration.
This recipe is super quick and easy because of the Instant Pot. Pressure cooking chicken breast takes the guesswork out of it and the end result is really juicy chicken. This Instant pot chicken in mushroom sauce is a winner chicken dinner!
Vegetable Au Gratin or Baked Vegetables in white sauce is a retro favourite. This recipe used a lot of vegetables that tossed in bechamel sauce that are baked till bubbling. Topped with a cheese and panko breadcrumb crust, its best paired with toasted garlic bread or dinner rolls.
Sheet Pan Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs with Veggies
Sheet Pan Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs with Veggies is the perfect way to get dinner on the table fast! Everything comes together in one sheet pan and is baked till the chicken is crispy and golden with a finger licking honey balsamic marinade. Recipe Video ABOVE.
These creamy bacon rosemary mushroom chicken thighs are going to be your favorite weeknight comfort food. Chicken thighs are simmered in a lightened up alfredo like bacon sauce with mushrooms and rosemary. Serve it with pasta, or if you are looking for a low carb dinner, just add some steamed broccoli on the side.
Insanely delicious recipe for 5 ingredient, gluten free caramelized onion and rosemary chicken which takes 30 minutes and only one pan, so no cleanup required!
Make this brown vegetarian gravy from scratch with easily available ingredients from your pantry – onions, carrots, celery, mushrooms, a dash of red wine and some fresh herbs. Its rich, luxurious and full of umami!
Creamy parmesan mushroom sauce is the star of all sauces. Toss it with pasta, serve it on grilled chicken or steak, or just with leftover rice. It’ll add flavor to everything!
This Thai Prawn Mango salad comes together in 15 minutes and is delicious, fresh and zesty – the perfect way to celebrate summer! The trick is not to overcook prawns – based on the size, the cooking time varies from 30 secs to 2 minutes. Make the salad ahead of time because as it sits in the fridge, the flavours get a chance to meld together and get absorbed.
Watch the recipe video above. This Vegan Pasta Salad is packed with five cups of veggies and tossed in a light, flavorful Italian balsamic dressing that makes it a firm summer favorite. Its light and healthy, and is a meal on its own.
This mediterranean inspired chickpea salad is like a party in your mouth! It’s got a healthy combination of protein, carbs, fibre and fats which makes it a great dinner dish too. Carry it in your lunchbox or serve it as a side with some pita and hummus – this bowl will disappear in minutes. Ready in 15 minutes if you already have cooked chickpeas at hand.
Super zippy and summery lemon orzo pasta salad is vegetarian, and bursting with summer produce. Tossed with corn, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, spinach, feta and a light but delicious lemon salad dressing, this salad is perfect to make ahead and serve cold.
Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Pressure Cooker Recipe)
These Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes are super creamy and take 30 minutes and one electric pressure cooker from start to finish. They should be called melt-in-your-mouth mashed potatoes because they are sooo good! Watch recipe video ABOVE
Learn how to make creamy, buttery mashed potatoes in the slow cooker. This is a really hands off process which saves you a burner if you are making several holiday dishes. The result is amazing! Plus the slow cooker also keeps them warm.
I have an amazing tip to make mashed potatoes extra creamy. Use a sieve which requires a little more arm strength than usual but combined with infused garlic butter and milk, these mashed potatoes are silky smooth and have a beautiful garlic flavour that takes these to the next level!!
Ghee Rice is a simple recipe that takes less than twenty minutes to make. Its flavorful, aromatic and a great way to elevate steamed rice if you want something extra on the table!
This Healthy Lemon Dill Potato Salad is dressed in a zesty vinaigrette so fresh that you’ll never miss the traditional mayo based potato salad! It’s best served warm so that the potatoes soak up all that good dressing and goes best with sides like wings, ribs and all the barbecue foods.
This refreshing and spicy Asian cucumber salad features crisp Persian cucumbers tossed in a flavourful dressing made with our homemade chilli oil. It's a delightful and easy-to-make side dish that adds a burst of flavour to any meal!
The quickest, easiest dessert in town, these brownie bites are super beginner-friendly, taste delicious, and look super Christmas-y your party dessert table! 🎄
This is the ultimate British dessert but made non fussy with this recipe. Very simple, pantry ingredients that come together to make a rich, intense, caramel-y sticky toffee pudding without any special ingredients like treacle.
Cassata is so easy to make at home. I'm showing you to make it, customize it and add a layer of cheesecake because cheesecake makes everything better! This is better than store bought cassata ice cream and you won't believe how easy it is.
Lavender white chocolate truffles are fragrant, creamy white chocolate bites that are perfect for the festive season and holidays! Use them to serve as mini desserts, or for gifting.
This recipe for plum cake is what you can use if you want to make some at the last minute. No pre-soaking dried fruits and nuts for days, but the same intense flavour and moist cake that everyone loves. Its an easy Christmas fruit cake recipe that you’ll be making again and again!
This classic vanilla panna cotta recipe is an elegant and easy dessert. Most people think panna cotta will have a lengthy process because the results are so amazing, but this needs five simple ingredients and twenty minutes to put together. Make sure to use the best quality gelatin for great results.
Masala Chai Panna Cotta will be the perfect finish to a holiday dinner. Flavored with chai tea, whole spices like cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and vanilla, its rich, creamy and really elegant. Make it for thanksgiving, Christmas, or even Diwali – this dessert leave your guests asking for seconds.
No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Jars are creamy, made with fresh strawberries and have a creamy, mousse like texture that’s absolutely delicious! Make these for valentines day or take them to a picnic because these are so easily transportable, or just serve these individual cheesecake jars at a party.
Taking tres leches to another level by soaking it in eggnog instead of the traditional milk mixture. This cake is soft, spongy and moist and you'll taste eggnog in every bite. The sponge for this tres leches is really airy which helps it soak up all the liquid turning this into a beautiful dessert that everyone will love.
The Scottish Dundee Cake is a great alternative to the rich Christmas Cake or Plum Cake. This is the cake if you want a lighter, fluffy crumb and a moist cake that works as a great holiday dessert or an everyday tea cake. This cake is simpler to make but checks all the right boxes for a great family style dessert!
This caramel custard is the perfect dessert for those seeking a quick and easy recipe. With minimal pantry ingredients and a 15-minute preparation time, you can create a rich, silky custard that is sure to impress all who try it
This Churros recipe has been tested FIVE times and we've tried to make it as perfect as possible. No soggy, eggy mess, just perfect churros every single time. Try this recipe, and follow the instructions closely to get best results.
Light and Airy this eggless chocolate mousse just needs five ingredients and fifteen minutes from start to finish. Its a quick dessert that'll satisfy all those cravings!
Easy Baileys Tiramisu Trifle Cups are a fun take on the classic Italian Tiramisu recipe. Made eggless, this make-ahead eight ingredient dessert is the perfect summer recipe.
Learn how to make super soft hot cross buns that are fragrant with orange and spices and studded with raisins. These are really easy to make at home and can be enjoyed all year round but are a special treat for Easter!
These chocolate brownie cookies are extra fudgy and have a crinkly top with the brownie interior peeking through. They are pretty easy to put together and are amazing when dunked in milk. The key is to whip the egg and sugar mixture till it forms a ribbon like consistency as shown in the video above.
These Danish brown butter cookies are sweet, salty with a beautiful nuttiness from brown butter. One dough can be used to make various shapes and these buttery cookies make amazing Christmas gifts.
Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies – Soft and Chewy (No Cream of Tartar)
These Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies are soft and chewy have all the fall flavours – pumpkin, cinnamon, chocolate chips and peanut butter chips. Snickerdoodles are usually made with cream of tartar, but this recipe gives you an option to get the same taste but without it.
Cakey Red Velvet Cream Cheese Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy cookies that are made from scratch and will fit right in with your holiday plans. Use them for cookie swaps, gifting or just to pass around the Christmas table!
I hope you find inspiration in this list of Christmas Recipes that we’ve put together for you and find something that you and your family love! Happy Holidays!
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