10 Make-Ahead Christmas Desserts | Good Food

Nothing deserves the title of “Christmas Showstopper” more than this majestic blend of three beloved sweet treats in one chocolate bomb. Marbled chocolate sponge walls give way to a surprising cheesecake and Rocky Road filling and a delicious array of flavors and textures. Even though the hard work is done in advance, you still need to decorate this cheesecake before serving by frosting it with chocolate frosting and toppings of your choice. We chose white chocolate sprinkles, edible sprinkles and chocolate truffles.

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Transform Black Forest cake into a festive Christmas dessert. Make a chocolate traybake with chocolate ganache, cherry cream, roasted cherries, and toasted hazelnuts to create a crowd-pleaser that can be made up to three days in advance.

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We’re all for combining cultural influences in food, and this tantalizing twist on a classic Italian dessert does just that. Flavor tiramisu with Irish cream liqueur for a deliciously moist pudding that’s sure to top off a dinner party or Christmas meal. This easy dessert can be made in less than half an hour before refrigeration, making it a quick treat. Dust with a little cocoa powder and you’re ready to go.

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When it comes to retro dessert favorites, it’s sometimes hard to break with tradition – but once you’ve tried our snowy take on a Black Forest cake, you won’t be going back. This luxurious roulade combines white chocolate, meringue and cream with a velvety clove-spiced cherry sauce for a striking Christmas centerpiece. It can be frozen for up to a month. Let thaw overnight and serve with cherries and a drizzle of melted white chocolate.

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Don’t let those leftover mince pies go to waste! Instead, give them a spectacular second life by incorporating them into the decadent base of this cheesecake. It’s not just a way to minimize food waste this Christmas; It’s a stroke of culinary genius

Use up even more Christmas biscuits with our leftover Christmas pudding recipes.

Who doesn’t love a warm brownie served with whipped cream or ice cream? Make them even more festive with pieces of leftover mince pies for an easy treat that will last for a week in an airtight container or for a month in the freezer (as long as you don’t eat them first).

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Take the classic trifle to a new level with our thoroughly enjoyable makeover. Layers of raspberry jelly and rich clotted cream custard are topped with custard, cream, sprinkles and maraschino cherries. This stunning dessert will keep in the fridge for up to three days, saving you the hassle of putting it together at the last minute.

Check out our Chocolate Orange Mini Trifle for a delicious, juicy alternative, and find even more ideas in our collection of Christmas trifle recipes.

Can’t decide between a Christmas pudding or cheesecake? Then try a delicious combination of both. With a juicy orange filling and a crunchy gingerbread base, this easy chilled dessert is sure to become a festive favorite. For an extra burst of flavor, caramelize some clementine slices with a kitchen blowtorch and arrange over the cheesecake. It will keep in the fridge for up to three days.

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If you’re not a fan of the traditional Christmas pudding, this decadent, sticky, spiced ginger pudding is a great alternative. The sponge cake can be made up to a week in advance, so all you have to do is heat it up on the day and make a delicious rum caramel sauce to pour over it. We recommend serving it with a generous dollop of ice cream or whipped cream.

Delight your friends with this eye-catching semifreddo wreath. Flavored with coffee granules and Irish cream liqueur, it offers a lighter and more modern dessert compared to the classic Christmas pudding. This delicious dessert serves up to 16 people and for added convenience, it can be frozen up to two days before serving so you can spend more time with your guests.

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