Infuse Your Desserts With Holiday Spirit: Best Cake and Pudding Recipes

The holiday season is upon us, and it's the perfect time to delight your loved ones with festive desserts that carry the warmth and cheer of the season. Transform ordinary treats into memorable experiences with the right ingredients and a touch of creativity. Today, we'll share some cherished cake and pudding recipes alongside some delightful products from My Tree Treasures to take your holiday celebrations to an enchanting new level.

Traditional Christmas Pudding

No Christmas is complete without the traditional pudding filled with rich flavors and succulent textures. Here’s a classic recipe that will surely become a family favorite:

Ingredients:

• 200g of mixed dried fruits
• 1 lemon, zest and juice
• 100g fresh breadcrumbs
• 100g brown sugar
• 100g suet (or vegetarian suet)
• 1 tsp mixed spice
• 50g chopped pistachios

Feel free to add Maple Valley Farms Roasted And Salted Natural Pistachios for an extra delightful crunch.

Instructions:

1. Mix all the dry ingredients together in a bowl, then stir in the lemon zest and juice.
2. Bind with a little milk, then spoon into a well-greased pudding bowl.
3. Cover with baking parchment and foil, then steam in a pot for about 3 hours.

Holiday Lemon Drizzle Cake

A perfect blend of tart and sweet, this lemon drizzle cake brightens any dessert table.

Ingredients:

• 225g unsalted butter
• 225g sugar
• 4 eggs
• 225g self-raising flour
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 85g of yogurt pretzels

Add some Maple Valley Farms Yogurt Pretzels to give a festive twist to your cake.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, then fold in the flour and lemon zest.
4. Pour the mixture into a lined loaf tin.
5. Bake for 45 minutes.
6. Once cooled, drizzle with icing mixed with lemon juice.

What better way to complement these delightful treats than with a touch of holiday spirit? Consider adding the NOW AVAILABLE! Ms. Rachel™ Heart Ornament – Customizable Holiday Decor for a personalized touch to your dining room as you showcase your cake and pudding. This ornament will add an extra layer of warmth and festivity to your holiday gatherings.

Enhance your holiday dessert experience by pairing your home-baked sweets with beautifully crafted ornaments from My Tree Treasures.

May your holidays be filled with love, joy, and sweet delights!