Cranberries are one of the treasured tastes of Christmas, but these pretty, crimson berries can add sharp-sweetness and vibrancy to a wealth of sweet and savoury dishes. Our cranberry recipes prove how versatile and delicious this winter berry is – and when they’re not in season, dried cranberries add a tangy pop to many popular bakes and snacks. Take a look at our fabulously fruity cranberry dishes and discover something new. Find more fruit recipes and dishes.
Try this easy non-alcoholic punch for a pretty Christmas mocktail. With festive cranberry and pomegranate juices, this sparkling punch takes just 5 mins to mix together for an easy way to serve a party crowd.
This gorgeous vegetarian bake makes for a delicious Christmas dinner alternative. Loaded with roasted butternut squash, mushrooms, chestnuts, and plenty of mixed nuts, this classic nut roast is crammed with flavour and perfect for sharing
Full of festive flavour, cranberries add a zingy burst of flavour to sweet and savoury dishes
We've given Aperol spritz a festive spin with cranberry juice and rosemary. Make this in a jug ahead of time, then pour when your guests arrive - the perfect Christmas party cocktail.
Follow our easy Christmas pudding recipe and serve up a generous helping of this fruity festive pud. The traditional dessert, with all its sweet and spicy flavour, tastes even more amazing when topped with a dollop of brandy butter – this truly is the best Christmas pudding recipe.
The ultimate crowd-pleaser, this Christmas ham makes a happy addition to all festive tables. Serve it warm with Christmas dinner or cold on Boxing Day with the quick and easy yet totally delicious relish.
Inspired by sweet pancakes with bacon and maple syrup, is this decadent French toast twist that's the ultimate festive brunch. The finishing touch is the zesty berry compote and it's all ready in just half an hour.
This fruity, fiery and fragrant glazed ham recipe would make a lovely addition to Christmas dinner or Boxing Day feasts. There's no need to wait til the flurry of festive cooking either – prep ahead and freeze, all set for the holidays.
We've got your Christmas day dinner sorted with these three brilliant, tried-and-tested recipes – classic roast turkey, a special stuffing and homemade gravy – for a truly memorable festive feast.
Creamy Brie and tangy cranberries give these Italian-inspired meatballs a festive flavour twist for Christmas
This versatile chutney gets even better as it ages and matures. Make a batch now for the perfect accompaniment to your festive cheeseboard.
Quick to prep and packed with festive flavour, this sausage traybake takes just 10 minutes to throw together. Seasoned with sweet cranberry and fragrant sage, it’s a fab fuss-free meal for those busy days leading up to Christmas or for the holiday season when you don't want to spend too long in the kitchen.
Festive and fancy, these gluten-free vanilla panna cottas topped with cranberry compote and a splash of amaretto are here to steal the Christmas dessert spotlight!
The ultimate burger just got upgraded with jingle bells on! Piled high with pigs in blankets, sprouts, stuffing and more, you'll love this fabulously festive sandwich.
This gorgeous sausage roll wreath is a great centrepiece for your Boxing Day buffet table. Top the pastry with brie and serve with a pot of cranberry sauce in the middle for festive flavours.
Try a cheesy festive twist on meaty stuffed mushrooms for a great vegetarian Christmas Day starter that's ready in under 30 minutes and totally gluten-free
If you fancy something a little different to enjoy over the festive period, then you have to give this smashed potato salad a go. It's topped with streaky bacon, shredded sprouts and lots of fresh herbs for big festive flavours. Serve as a fun side dish, as part of a party spread or as a way to use up Christmas leftovers.
This stunning croquembouche is a real showstopper and no one need know it's made from frozen profiteroles! Decorate with melted chocolate, 'golden' hazelnuts and pecans, caramel sauce, frosted cranberries and chocolate stars. Chill in the fridge for a day and get set to impress!
In Japan, it's popular to eat fried chicken during the festive season. Try serving it up as a canapé for your next Christmas party and it's sure to go down a treat.
Fed up with turkey? Mix it up this year and serve this succulent pork wellington recipe with cranberry, pistachio and pork stuffing
Make this veggie wellington ahead of time, then freeze it to enjoy on the big day. Packed full with festive flavours, this is the perfect vegetarian centrepiece for your Christmas dinner.
Give Christmas veg a makeover with this festive party snack
These mince pies are ultra fruity and fresh, crammed with deliciously juicy clementines and cranberries.
This bejewelled rice is fragrant with cinnamon and nutmeg and has added crunch from crispy Brussels sprouts. This is a great vegan and gluten-free option for your Boxing Day celebrations.
Made with only 4 ingredients, these quesadillas are made using Christmas leftovers. Load tortillas with brie and cranberry sauce, then fry until the cheese has melted to make a festive lunch or snack.
Christmas leftovers get a wow-factor makeover in this Boxing Day treat. Ready in 10, use whatever festive leftovers you have to hand – we've even used crisps. Don't forget the gravy for dipping!
Save all your leftover Christmas day veggies and cheeseboard for this festive Spanish-inspired omelette.
Bubble and squeak is a Christmas leftover classic and we've made it even easier in this traybake version. Top with a herby sage butter and a dollop of cranberry sauce and dig in.
Got a fridge full of leftovers? Our cheeseboard nachos are here to save the day! Use whatever leftover cheeses you have and layer on top of nachos with cranberry sauce, turkey and bacon – whatever's going.
This Christmas give sprouts a delicious festive twist by adding sweet cranberries and golden almonds.
Save on time and oven space with our pigs in blanket stuffing balls filled with sausage meat, breadcrumbs, dried cranberries, herbs and cranberry sauce, wrapped in delicious bacon rashers.
Use chopped walnuts and pecans to make this simple nut roast - perfect for a Christmas dinner main! Cook in the air-fryer to get it nice and crispy and top with cranberry sauce and thyme for big festive flavours.
Cooking for special diets can sometimes seem intimidating so, for a gluten-free Christmas dinner that doesn't compromise on taste or trimmings, try this wonderful Christmas turkey that's guaranteed to impress