Iced Gingerbread Christmas Jumpers

Along with some coconut ice, the final item in my 2014 Christmas goodie box was some Iced Gingerbread Christmas Jumpers. The kitsch appeal of the Christmas jumper has grown enormously in recent years. Turn on the TV during the festive season and many a show host is sporting a ‘horrible’ Christmas jumper. The only thing…

rogaliki

Rogaliki

The fourth item in my 2014 Christmas goodie box are a traditional eastern European cookie, Rogaliki, Rogaliki are popular throughout eastern Europe, especially Poland. Rogaliki, which I have been told means little horns, varies from region to region. Some contain jam and are more pastry-like and rolled like a croissant. Others are more melt-in-the-mouth Viennese…

christmas tree cake pops

Christmas Tree Cake Pops

The third item in my 2014 goodie box is some Christmas Tree Cake Pops. Cake pops have become increasingly popular in recent years. I first came across them on a site by Bakerella, and she really was to go-to place for information and inspiration when I first started making cake pops. There are two main…

spiced orange and cranberry chocolate bark

Spiced Orange and Cranberry Chocolate Bark

The second item in my 2014 Christmas goodie box is my Spiced Orange and Cranberry Chocolate Bark. Chocolate bark is a very easy gift to make, and even easier to customise. The only thing that limits you is your imagination. All you need to decide is a theme, whether that be a flavour, a holiday…

chocolate and peppermint fudge

Chocolate and Peppermint Fudge

As usual, rather than falling foul of the commercialism of Christmas, I chose to make edible gifts for friends and family. I like to send a fudge, some chocolate bark, cake pops, some candy, a traditional European seasonal biscuit, and some iced cookies. I try to use seasonal flavours too. This is about the fourth…

gingerbread cut-out cookies

Gingerbread Cut-out Cookies

It is the season for office parties. My husband’s office had one earlier this week, with each person bringing a contribution to the table. I was busy baking all my Christmas gifts (watch this space!) so a few more items was no trouble. This recipe is easy to whip up, and it is a very…