Christmas Baking

Six of my favourite Christmas baking recipes bring festive magic to your celebrations, from gingerbread and sausage rolls to fudge cake, muffins, and pavlova.

No Christmas celebration is complete without a classic trifle, layered with jelly, custard, cream, and colourful decorations everyone will love.

Gingerbread Christmas Cookies- one of my favourite Christmas Baking recipes!

Gingerbread Christmas Cookies
An easy gingerbread recipe made from simple store-cupboard ingredients, perfect for baking ahead and getting organised for Christmas.
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Every December, our kitchen fills with warm spices and excited little helpers. We follow a lovely recipe from @fiona_egan_cookery_school. Thank you, Fiona. These gingerbread cookies have become a much-loved Christmas tradition.

Baking with the kids is busy but always great fun! My two, always help roll the dough and choose their favourite cutters. We always make stars, trees, and plenty of gingerbread people. After baking, I let the cookies cool and then freeze them. This really helps when the busyness of Christmas sets in!

Christmas 3-Tier Pavlova

Christmas 3-Tier Pavlova
Stunning Christmas 3-Tier Pavlova recipe—feeds 10, can be made ahead, and perfect for a stress-free holiday table. Elegant, festive, and delicious.
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Christmas Mince Pie Muffins

Christmas Mince Pie Muffins
Easy Christmas Mince Pie Muffins packed with fruit and spice—perfect for baking ahead, gifting, or enjoying with coffee and tea.
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Christmas Chocolate Fudge Cake- a quick and easy Christmas Bake!

Christmas Chocolate Fudge Cake
A quick, easy and kid-friendly Christmas Chocolate Fudge Cake—perfect for the Toy Show, cosy movie nights, or an alternative festive dessert everyone will love.
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Christmas Trifle

Christmas Trifle
Trifle and jelly is the ultimate Christmas dessert, full of colourful layers and childhood memories. Discover the joy of making a festive trifle, whether in a giant showstopper bowl or smaller individual servings.
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I hope this festive trifle brings as much joy to your Christmas as it has to mine over the years. There’s something so special about carrying on a tradition — especially one that tastes this good! Whether you’re making a giant showstopper or a few cute minis, I’d love to see what you create.

Christmas Sausage rolls

Christmas sausage rolls
These easy Christmas sausage rolls are perfect for lunchboxes, festive entertaining, or freezing ahead. Kids love taking them to school, and they’re quick to make!
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Baking during the Christmas is about more than treats; it’s creating memories, sharing laughter, and enjoying time with loved ones. Grab your aprons, preheat the oven, and enjoy every magical, messy, delicious moment while making these festive treats together.

Remember to share your creations and tag @littleloucooks — seeing your bakes and holiday traditions brings so much joy.

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Meet Lou!

I’m Lou thank you for visiting my page. I’m a chef and busy mum of 2. I’m happiest when I’m sharing recipes and inspiring others to cook delicious home cooked food for their families. I really hope you find some recipes that will become your new family favourites.