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7 Festive Recipes to Get You in the Christmas Mood
The festive season is all about indulgence, treats, and cosy flavours… but that doesn’t mean spending hours in the kitchen. These 7 air fryer and slow cooker Christmas recipes are easy, delicious, and full of festive cheer. From crispy pigs in blankets to gooey chocolate orange croissants, you’ll be feeling merry in no time.
Christmas recipes already?!
Get into the festive mood with these easy slow cooker and air fryer treats that bring all the cosy, Christmassy flavours with none of the effort. Whether it’s gooey, brie-stuffed Yorkshire puddings, melt-in-the-mouth slow cooker mains, or quick crisp-up bites straight from the air fryer, these recipes are all about big flavour and minimal fuss. Perfect for parties, grazing boards, or relaxed family nights in, they’ll have your kitchen smelling like the holidays and your table looking like you’ve gone all out – even when you haven’t. Let the gadgets do the work while you enjoy the season.
Air Fryer Stuffed Yorkshire Puddings
Take your Christmas starters up a notch with these mini stuffed Yorkshire puddings. Crispy, golden, and cooked in the air fryer, they’re filled with pigs in blankets and creamy brie — the ultimate bite-sized festive treat. Using the air fryer ensures a crispy base without heating up the oven, and you can cook them in batches for larger crowds. Perfect as a starter or party snack while everyone sips mulled wine or Baileys hot chocolate.
Air Fryer Baked Camembert
An annual Bored of Lunch recipe tradition. Theeeeee festive sharing snack you need and ready in just 12 minutes. This is perfect for sharing but once you start dipping say goodbye to sharing. You can add whatever toppings you like too.
Air Fryer Terry’s Chocolate Orange Croissants
A Christmas classic in croissant form! These air fryer Terry’s Chocolate Orange croissants are buttery, flaky, and filled with gooey chocolate orange, cooked perfectly in minutes. The air fryer gives golden, crisp layers while melting the chocolate inside. Serve warm for brunch, dessert, or an indulgent snack. Minimal prep, four ingredients, and full festive flavour — these are must-make Christmas snacks.
Slow Cooker Baileys Hot Chocolate
There’s nothing better than a warm mug of festive cocoa, and this slow cooker Baileys hot chocolate takes it to the next level. Creamy, rich, and perfectly spiced, it’s easy to prep in advance and keeps everyone cosy without tying you to the stove. Using the slow cooker ensures it stays warm for hours, making it ideal for Christmas morning or party gatherings.
Air Fryer Stuffed Pigs in Blankets
A festive essential. Crisp bacon wrapped around juicy sausages, optionally stuffed with herbs or cheese, and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Perfect for nibbling before the main meal or as part of a Christmas snacks platter, and cooking them in the air fryer ensures every bite is golden, crisp, and ready in minutes.
Air Fryer Soy & Cranberry Cocktail Sausages
Give your festive nibbles a twist with bite-sized cocktail sausages. A sticky soy and cranberry glaze gives a tangy, sweet kick, while the air fryer crisps them up beautifully. Quick, easy, and perfect for Christmas parties, grazing boards, or last-minute snacks.
Baileys Bread and Butter Pudding
Finish the meal with this rich, boozy Baileys bread and butter pudding. Perfectly indulgent, easy to prep ahead, and baked when needed. Using a slow cooker or low-temperature oven gives even cooking without constant checking. Serve warm with cream for the ultimate festive dessert.
Why Use the Air Fryer and Slow Cooker This Christmas?
The air fryer and slow cooker aren’t just convenient — they’re game-changers for Christmas cooking. The air fryer delivers crispy results in minutes, perfect for starters, snacks, and sides, while the slow cooker handles mains, sauces, and desserts without tying you to the stove. Together, they make it possible to create a full festive spread with minimal stress and maximum flavour.
Happy Cooking!
These seven festive air fryer and slow cooker recipes make Christmas cooking simple, fun, and indulgent. From party snacks to decadent desserts, you can enjoy the festive season without spending hours in the kitchen. Plug in your air fryer, switch on your slow cooker, and get ready to enjoy Christmas the easy, delicious way… full of flavour and stress-free!!
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