25 cake recipes for Christmas

Celebrate Christmas with classic cakes and puddings. From rich fruit cakes and cheesecakes to show-stopping bombe alaska and more, these festive desserts make the perfect holiday centrepiece.

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These trending Christmas cakes are the stars of the season. From timeless puddings to creamy cheesecakes and dramatic bombe alaska, there’s a dessert here for every kind of celebration.

Raspberry Swirl Choc Crackle Cheesecake

Raspberry Swirl Choc Crackle Cheesecake

4.9

Lemon Curd Pink Raspberry Bombe Alaska

Lemon Curd Pink Raspberry Bombe Alaska

4.3

Lemon and White Chocolate Crackle Cheesecake

Lemon and White Chocolate Crackle Cheesecake

4.8

Baked Cherry Swirl Cheesecake

Baked Cherry Swirl Cheesecake

4.6

Lemon Curd Bombe Alaska

Lemon Curd Bombe Alaska

4.4

Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

4.8

Watch these festive dessert videos for Christmas cake inspiration. Learn how to make everything from traditional puddings and cheesecakes to a spectacular White Christmas cake that’s perfect for your festive table.

Red Velvet Christmas Trifle

Recipe: Red Velvet Christmas Trifle

Australian Christmas Pineapple Fruit Cake

Recipe: Australian Christmas Pineapple Fruit Cake

White Christmas Crackle Surprise Cake

Recipe: White Christmas Crackle Surprise Cake

Cheat's Microwave Christmas Pudding

Recipe: Cheat's Microwave Christmas Pudding

Cherry Coconut Cheesecake with Chocolate Crackle Base

Recipe: Cherry Coconut Cheesecake with Chocolate Crackle Base

Celebration Caramel and Biscoff Cheesecake

Recipe: Celebration Caramel and Biscoff Cheesecake

Explore these Christmas cake and pudding recipes. From classic fruit cakes and rich steamed desserts to chilled cheesecakes and baked festive favourites, these recipes bring a sweet finish to your Christmas celebrations.

Persian Love Cake

Persian Love Cake

4.4

Australian Christmas Pineapple Fruit Cake

Australian Christmas Pineapple Fruit Cake

4.3

Baked Cherry Swirl Cheesecake

Baked Cherry Swirl Cheesecake

4.6

Chocolate Ripple Cheesecake

Chocolate Ripple Cheesecake

5

Cheat's Microwave Christmas Pudding

Cheat's Microwave Christmas Pudding

4.4

Pink Jelly Cakes

Pink Jelly Cakes

4.6

Choc-Mint Crackle Cheesecake Lasagne

Choc-Mint Crackle Cheesecake Lasagne

4.6

Coffee and Hazelnut Layer Cake

Coffee and Hazelnut Layer Cake

4.3

Mocha Mousse Cake

Mocha Mousse Cake

3.8

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cheesecake

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cheesecake

4.6

Apricot and Peach Cheesecake Lasagne

Apricot and Peach Cheesecake Lasagne

4.3

Sponge Cake with Cream and Passionfruit Curd

Sponge Cake with Cream and Passionfruit Curd

4.5

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Springform Cake/Cheesecake Pans 4 Piece Set

Maxwell & Williams Teas & C's Regency Footed Cake Stand

Breville the Scraper Beater Mixer

Maxwell & Williams Diamante Footed Trifle Bowl

Springform Square Cake Cheesecake Pans 3 Piece Set

Wiltshire Bundt Pan, Rose Gold

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