30 Indulgent Boxing Day Dessert Recipes You’ll Adore

Boxing Day has always been one of my favorite days of the year. After all the hustle and bustle of Christmas, I love settling down with family, indulging in the delicious leftovers, and getting creative with sumptuous desserts. Whether you’re continuing the festive celebrations or just want to treat yourself to something sweet, there’s no shortage of mouth-watering options.

My list of "30 Indulgent Boxing Day Dessert Recipes You’ll Adore" promises to bring some warmth and joy into your holidays, one decadent bite at a time. From chocolatey delights to fruity fantasies, these recipes are sure to make your Boxing Day feel just as special as Christmas itself.

1. Classic English Trifle

Layers of sponge cake, pudding, fruit, and cream come together in this timeless dessert.

Ingredients:

• Sponge cake
• Raspberry jam
• Fresh raspberries
• Vanilla custard
• Whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Slice the sponge cake into even pieces and spread jam on each slice.
2. Layer cake slices in the bottom of a deep dish or trifle bowl.
3. Add a layer of fresh raspberries.
4. Pour vanilla custard over the raspberry layer.
5. Repeat layers, ending with a thick layer of whipped cream on top.
6. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.

2. Chocolate Fondue with Fresh Fruit

This is an interactive dessert perfect for sharing. Melted chocolate paired with an assortment of fresh fruit is simply irresistible.

Ingredients:

• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Assorted fruits (strawberries, bananas, apples, marshmallows)

Instructions:

1. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
2. Add chocolate chips to the cream and stir until melted and smooth.
3. Transfer the chocolate mixture to a fondue pot to keep warm.
4. Serve with an assortment of cut fruits and marshmallows for dipping.

3. Sticky Toffee Pudding

Rich and gooey, this traditional British dessert is a family favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 ¼ cups flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ cup butter
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Soak dates in boiling water and add baking soda.
2. Cream butter and brown sugar, then beat in eggs and vanilla.
3. Mix flour and baking powder into the batter.
4. Fold in the soaked dates.
5. Pour into a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes.
6. Serve with toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream.

4. Baileys Cheesecake

Creamy and indulgent, this cheesecake has a hint of Irish cream liqueur for an extra festive touch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups crushed graham crackers
• ½ cup melted butter
• 3 (8 oz) packs of cream cheese
• 1 cup sugar
• ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream
• 3 eggs

Instructions:

1. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, then fold in Baileys.
4. Pour mixture over crust and bake at 325°F for 50-60 minutes.
5. Let cool before chilling in the fridge for 4 hours.
6. Serve with a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

5. Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding

A festive twist on a comfort-food classic, featuring bright cranberries and zesty orange.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cubed bread
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 2 cups milk
• 4 eggs
• 1 tsp orange zest
• ½ cup sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish.
2. Spread cubed bread and cranberries in the dish.
3. Whisk together milk, eggs, orange juice, zest, and sugar.
4. Pour over bread and let soak for 10 minutes.
5. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden.
6. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar.

6. Mini Christmas Pavlovas

These individual pavlovas are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, topped with a festive fruit mix.

Ingredients:

• 4 egg whites
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Fresh berries
• Whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 275°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
3. Gradually add sugar while beating until glossy.
4. Fold in vinegar and vanilla.
5. Shape meringue into small circles on the baking sheet.
6. Bake for 60 minutes, then turn off the oven and leave the door ajar to cool completely.
7. Top with whipped cream and fresh berries.

7. Nutella Stuffed Donuts

Ever wanted to know what heaven tastes like? Try these Nutella stuffed donuts and find out.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Nutella

Instructions:

1. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
2. Beat eggs, milk, and vanilla together, then add to dry ingredients.
3. Knead the dough until smooth, then roll out to ¼ inch thickness.
4. Cut out donuts and fill each with a spoonful of Nutella before sealing.
5. Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
6. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

8. Eggnog Bread

This richly flavored bread, infused with the warm spices of eggnog, is a holiday favorite.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 ½ cups sugar
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 cup eggnog
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and nutmeg.
3. Beat together eggnog, melted butter, and eggs.
4. Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
5. Pour into the prepared loaf pan.
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let cool before slicing.

9. Raspberry Rose Tart

Light and refreshing, this tart is perfect for those who prefer a fruitier dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made tart crust
• 2 cups fresh raspberries
• 1/2 cup rose water
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Arrange raspberries in the tart crust.
3. In a saucepan, combine rose water, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly.
4. Pour the mixture over the raspberries in the tart crust.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
6. Cool before serving.

10. Peppermint Bark

This easy and festive treat combines dark and white chocolate with a refreshing peppermint crunch.

Ingredients:

• 12 oz dark chocolate
• 12 oz white chocolate
• 1 tsp peppermint extract
• Crushed candy canes

Instructions:

1. Melt dark chocolate over a double boiler, then spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Let it cool and harden.
3. Melt white chocolate over a double boiler and stir in peppermint extract.
4. Spread white chocolate over the hardened dark chocolate, then sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
5. Let cool and break into pieces before serving.

11. Caramel Apple Crisp

A comforting dessert that brings together the flavors of caramel and apples with a buttery oat topping.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups sliced apples
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, cold and cubed

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish.
2. Arrange apples in the baking dish and drizzle with caramel sauce.
3. In a bowl, mix oats, flour, and brown sugar. Cut in butter until the mixture is crumbly.
4. Sprinkle the topping over the apples.
5. Bake for 45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
6. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

12. Chocolate Yule Log

This classic rolled sponge cake, filled with cream and covered in chocolate, makes for a stunning centerpiece.

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup flour
• Whipped cream
• Chocolate ganache

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
2. Beat eggs and sugar until thick and pale. Add vanilla and cocoa powder.
3. Fold in flour and spread evenly in the pan.
4. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
5. Turn out onto a clean towel dusted with powdered sugar and roll up. Cool.
6. Unroll, fill with whipped cream, and roll back up.
7. Cover with chocolate ganache and decorate as desired.

13. Mocha Mousse

Rich and velvety, this coffee-flavored mousse is a great way to end a festive meal.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz dark chocolate
• 3 tbsp coffee
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Melt dark chocolate and coffee together.
2. Beat heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
3. Fold chocolate mixture into whipped cream until well combined.
4. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

14. Spiced Apple Cider Donuts

These donuts capture the essence of autumn with warming spices and tart-sweet apples.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups apple cider
• 3 cups flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cloves
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions:

1. Reduce apple cider in a saucepan to 1/2 cup, then cool.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease donut pans.
3. Combine dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.
4. In another bowl, mix melted butter and sugar. Add eggs, cooled cider, and buttermilk.
5. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
6. Fill donut pans and bake for 15 minutes.
7. Cool and top with cinnamon sugar.

15. Baileys Hot Chocolate

Warm up with a cozy mug of this adult hot chocolate laced with Baileys Irish Cream.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups milk
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup Baileys Irish Cream
• Whipped cream
• Chocolate shavings

Instructions:

1. Heat milk in a saucepan until hot but not boiling.
2. Add chocolate and stir until fully melted.
3. Stir in Baileys Irish Cream.
4. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

16. Pumpkin Pie Bars

All the flavors of pumpkin pie in a convenient bar form, complete with a buttery crust.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 can pumpkin puree
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ginger
• 1/4 tsp cloves

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish.
2. Mix flour, sugar, and butter together until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the dish.
3. Bake the crust for 15 minutes.
4. Combine pumpkin, condensed milk, eggs, and spices. Pour over the crust.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set.
6. Cool before cutting into bars.

17. Gingerbread Men Cookies

These adorable spiced cookies are fun to make and decorate with the family.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups flour
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp ground ginger
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 3/4 cup molasses
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup butter, softened

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and baking soda.
3. Beat butter and brown sugar together. Add molasses, egg, and vanilla, then combine with dry ingredients.
4. Roll dough out to 1/4 inch thickness and cut out gingerbread men.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
6. Cool before decorating with icing.

18. Lemon Bars

These tangy lemon bars are a refreshing contrast to richer holiday treats.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup flour
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, chilled
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1 tbsp lemon zest

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish.
2. Mix 1 cup flour and powdered sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly.
3. Press into the bottom of the dish and bake for 15 minutes.
4. In another bowl, mix sugar, 2 tbsp flour, baking powder, eggs, lemon juice, and zest.
5. Pour over the baked crust and bake for 25 minutes.
6. Cool before dusting with more powdered sugar.

19. Peppermint Cheesecake Brownies

Swirls of cheesecake and peppermint throughout classic brownies make for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 box brownie mix
• 1 pack cream cheese, softened
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
• Crushed candy canes

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare brownie mix as per instructions.
2. Pour brownie batter into a greased baking dish.
3. Beat cream cheese, egg, sugar, and peppermint extract until smooth.
4. Drop spoonfuls over the brownie batter and swirl with a knife.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
6. Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top before serving.

20. Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries

Simple yet elegant, these strawberries are a go-to for a quick and fancy dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh strawberries
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate
• 2 tbsp shortening

Instructions:

1. Wash and dry strawberries thoroughly.
2. Melt chocolate and shortening together in a double boiler.
3. Dip each strawberry in the chocolate and place on parchment paper to cool and harden.
4. Optionally, drizzle with white chocolate for extra flair.

21. Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta

This Italian dessert is creamy and smooth, flavored with real vanilla bean.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
• 1 packet gelatin
• 3 tbsp water

Instructions:

1. Heat milk, cream, and sugar in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Add vanilla bean seeds and pod.
2. In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in water.
3. Remove vanilla pod from the milk mixture and stir in gelatin until fully dissolved.
4. Pour into ramekins and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

22. Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Soft and chewy, these cookies are flavored with chocolate and a hint of peppermint, perfect for the holidays.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
• Crushed candy canes

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix flour, cocoa, and baking soda.
3. Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg and peppermint extract.
4. Combine with dry ingredients.
5. Drop spoonfuls onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly.
6. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes and bake for 10-12 minutes.

23. Pistachio and Cranberry Biscotti

This crunchy Italian cookie pairs perfectly with coffee and brings a festive flair with pistachios and cranberries.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup pistachios
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in pistachios and cranberries.
4. Shape the dough into a log and place on the baking sheet.
5. Bake for 25 minutes, cool slightly, then slice into biscotti.
6. Bake the slices for another 10 minutes per side until golden.

24. Holiday Rum Balls

These no-bake treats are quick to make and perfect for sharing.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup rum
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix crushed wafers, powdered sugar, and cocoa.
2. Add rum and corn syrup, and mix well.
3. If using, mix in the chopped nuts.
4. Roll the mixture into small balls.
5. Optionally, roll the rum balls in powdered sugar or cocoa powder to coat.
6. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

25. Maple Pecan Pie

A delicious twist on the traditional pecan pie, with the added sweetness of maple syrup.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pie crust
• 1 cup pecans
• 3/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and place the pie crust in a pie dish.
2. Spread the pecans evenly over the bottom of the crust.
3. In a bowl, mix together maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture over the pecans in the pie crust.
5. Bake for 50-55 minutes until the filling is set.
6. Let cool before slicing and serving.

26. Ginger Pear Galette

Rustic and easy to make, this galette features the warm flavors of ginger and the sweetness of pears.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pie crust
• 3 ripe pears, sliced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, toss pear slices with brown sugar, ground ginger, and lemon juice.
3. Roll out the pie crust on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Arrange the pear mixture in the center, leaving about a 2-inch border.
5. Fold the edges of the crust over the pears, crimping as needed.
6. Dot the top of the pears with butter.
7. Brush the crust with beaten egg.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the crust is golden and the pears are tender.
9. Let cool slightly before serving.

27. Eggnog Ice Cream

Capture the flavors of the season in this creamy, spiced ice cream that's perfect on its own or paired with pie.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup milk
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 5 egg yolks
• 1 cup eggnog
• 1 tsp nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Heat cream and milk in a saucepan until hot but not boiling.
2. In a bowl, whisk sugar and egg yolks until pale and thick.
3. Slowly pour half of the hot cream mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly, then return the mixture to the saucepan.
4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
5. Remove from heat and stir in eggnog and nutmeg.
6. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
7. Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

28. Coconut Snowballs

These no-bake treats are as delightful to eat as they are to make, coated in snowy coconut.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded coconut
• 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract.
2. Mix until well combined.
3. Roll the mixture into small balls.
4. Roll the balls in powdered sugar to coat.
5. Place the snowballs on a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

29. Salted Caramel Brownies

Decadent and gooey, these brownies are taken to the next level with a layer of salted caramel.

Ingredients:

• 1 box brownie mix
• 1 cup caramel sauce
• 1 tsp sea salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare brownie mix according to package instructions.
2. Pour half of the brownie batter into a greased baking dish.
3. Drizzle caramel sauce over the brownie batter and sprinkle with sea salt.
4. Pour the remaining brownie batter over the top.
5. Swirl the layers slightly with a knife.
6. Bake according to the package instructions.
7. Let cool before cutting into squares and serving.

30. Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding

A sweet and cinnamony comfort dessert, perfect with a dollop of whipped cream.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cubed cinnamon rolls
• 2 cups milk
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
2. Spread the cubed cinnamon rolls in the baking dish.
3. In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
4. Pour the mixture over the cubed cinnamon rolls and let soak for 10 minutes.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and set.
6. Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion

I hope these "30 Indulgent Boxing Day Dessert Recipes You’ll Adore" bring as much joy to your home as they do to mine. Happy holidays and happy baking!