SophisticatedDessert
Panettone Bread Pudding with Amaretto Custard & Candied Citrus
Italian Christmas cake becomes silken, indulgent dessert
525 cal · 14g protein · 55 min
Occasion · 44 recipes
Christmas Recipes
What to cook for christmas — real recipes with method, timings and per-serving macros. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Sophisticated
IntermediateIn-between
Spiced Poached Pear with Vanilla Mascarpone
Light, elegant, and warming in 25 minutes.
409 cal · 6g protein · 25 min
EasyLunch
Creamed Chicken & Mushroom Soup
Rich, comforting, and on the table in 20 minutes
791 cal · 77g protein · 20 min
EasyIn-between
Spiced Pear & Cheese Bites
A light, elegant afternoon pause
398 cal · 14g protein · 15 min
EasyAppetizer
Miso Butter Crostini with Crispy Shallots
Umami-packed, crunchy, and unexpectedly festive
683 cal · 11g protein · 17 min
EasyDinner
Pan-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apple Cider Glaze
The Christmas centrepiece, quick and stunning
472 cal · 41g protein · 30 min
EasyDessert
Gingerbread Panna Cotta with Pomegranate
Silky, spiced, and festively jewelled
566 cal · 8g protein · 13 min
IntermediateBreakfast
Soft Scrambled Eggs with Crispy Sage & Gruyère
Luxurious, buttery, and ready in 15 minutes.
622 cal · 31g protein · 15 min
IntermediateSnack
Roasted Almond & Cranberry Brittle Crackers
Crunchy, sweet-tart, and festive in 30 minutes.
526 cal · 10g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Beef Tenderloin Sandwich with Horseradish Cream & Red Onion
Elegant lunch that uses prime cuts you already have for tonight's feast.
383 cal · 7g protein · 35 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Smoked Trout Mousse on Pumpernickel Toasts with Crispy Capers
Silky, smoky, and surprising—ready in 20 minutes.
843 cal · 35g protein · 20 min
EasyBreakfast
Spiced Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Warm, sweet, and ready in 12 minutes
467 cal · 16g protein · 13 min
IntermediateDinner
Herb-Crusted Beef Rib Roast with Red Wine Jus & Roasted Root Vegetables
The confident cook's Christmas centrepiece—classic, technique-driven, and magnificent.
1239 cal · 50g protein · 110 min
IntermediateDessert
Baked Chocolate Custard Tart with Fleur de Sel
Rich, custardy, elegant—the perfect indulgent finish.
752 cal · 11g protein · 60 min
SophisticatedBreakfast
Ricotta Pancakes with Pomegranate & Mascarpone
Light, cloud-like cakes with festive berry compote
762 cal · 26g protein · 35 min
SophisticatedSnack
Gougères with Gruyère & Nutmeg
Airy cheese pâte-à-choux with a hint of spice
608 cal · 22g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedLunch
Seared Scallops with Brown Butter, Capers & Endive
Tender scallops with warm, nutty, briny sauce
611 cal · 25g protein · 28 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Spiced Almond Financier with Pomegranate
Petit almond cake with warming spices and tart jewels
562 cal · 12g protein · 28 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Smoked Eel & Apple Tart with Horseradish Cream
Crispy pastry, delicate smoked fish, sharp finish
886 cal · 23g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedDinner
Roasted Lamb Saddle with Rosemary, Garlic & Red Wine Reduction
Tender centre-cut lamb, herb-crusted, with a deep wine sauce
892 cal · 68g protein · 75 min
EasySnack
Honey Cardamom Almonds
Toasted, fragrant, and addictively crunchy
480 cal · 15g protein · 10 min
SophisticatedDessert
Dark Chocolate Mousse with Miso Caramel & Sesame Brittle
Silken, bittersweet chocolate with fermented depth and crispy, nutty finish.
243 cal · 13g protein · 35 min
IntermediateLunch
Seared Scallop & Lime Salad
Pan-seared sweetness over bitter greens
411 cal · 25g protein · 22 min
SophisticatedDinner
Pan-Seared Branzino with Charred Endive & Anchovy Beurre Noisette
Whole Mediterranean fish, crisped skin and sweet endive, finished in brown-butter anchovy sauce.
519 cal · 60g protein · 43 min