22 Quick and Easy Boxing Day Recipes to Try This Year

Boxing Day, the day after Christmas, is the perfect opportunity to unwind and enjoy some delicious food with family and friends. After the hustle and bustle of Christmas, I love diving into recipes that are both quick and easy, letting me savor every moment without spending all day in the kitchen.

With the festive cheer still lingering, 22 Quick and Easy Boxing Day Recipes to Try This Year is my guide to keeping the holiday spirit alive with minimal effort. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply relaxing at home, these dishes are sure to delight and satisfy everyone.

1. Sausage Rolls

Sausage rolls are a classic holiday favorite that's quick to whip up.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of sausage meat
• 1 package of puff pastry (thawed)
• 1 egg (beaten)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface.
3. Cut the pastry into rectangles and place sausage meat along each piece.
4. Roll up the pastry, sealing the edges with water.
5. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

2. Turkey and Cranberry Sliders

These sliders make use of leftover turkey and are perfect for a light bite.

Ingredients:

• Leftover turkey (sliced)
• Cranberry sauce
• Slider buns
• Swiss cheese
• Arugula

Instructions:

1. Preheat broiler to high.
2. Slice the slider buns and layer with turkey, cranberry sauce, Swiss cheese, and arugula.
3. Place under the broiler until the cheese melts.
4. Serve immediately.

3. Veggie Platter with Hummus

A light and healthy option to balance out all the holiday indulgence.

Ingredients:

• Carrots (sliced)
• Celery (sliced)
• Bell peppers (sliced)
• Cherry tomatoes
• Hummus (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions:

1. Arrange the veggies on a platter.
2. Serve with a bowl of hummus in the center for dipping.

4. Baked Brie with Jam

This simple dish feels fancy but is incredibly easy to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 1 wheel of brie
• 1/2 cup of your favorite jam (e.g., raspberry, fig)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the brie on a baking sheet.
3. Top with jam and bake for 10-15 minutes until the brie is gooey.
4. Serve with crackers or sliced baguette.

5. Mini Quiches

Perfect finger food that's versatile and easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Swiss)
• 1/2 cup diced ham or bacon bits
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Whisk eggs and milk together.
3. Mix in cheese and ham/bacon.
4. Pour into greased muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until set.

6. Spinach and Artichoke Dip

A crowd-pleaser that's warm, creamy, and ready in no time.

Ingredients:

• 1 can of artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
• 1 package of frozen spinach (thawed and drained)
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
3. Spread into a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
4. Serve with pita chips or bread.

7. Cranberry Vodka Spritzers

A refreshing drink that's festive and easy to mix.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cranberry juice
• 1/2 cup vodka
• 1/2 cup club soda
• Fresh cranberries and rosemary for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with cranberry juice, vodka, and ice.
2. Shake well and strain into a glass.
3. Top with club soda and garnish with cranberries and rosemary.

8. Pulled Pork Sliders

Tender pulled pork in bite-sized form makes for a delightful treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound cooked pulled pork
• Slider buns
• Coleslaw
• BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Warm the pulled pork in a skillet with BBQ sauce.
2. Place on slider buns and top with coleslaw.
3. Serve immediately.

9. Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

A fresh, light appetizer that's bursting with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe tomatoes (diced)
• 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• Baguette slices

Instructions:

1. Mix tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and garlic in a bowl.
2. Spoon mixture onto baguette slices.
3. Serve immediately.

10. Garlic Butter Shrimp

Succulent shrimp in a garlicky, buttery sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• Lemon wedges

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Toss with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

11. Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps

A healthy, handheld meal that’s perfect for a quick lunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken (chopped)
• 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Romaine lettuce leaves
• Flour tortillas

Instructions:

1. Mix chicken, Caesar dressing, and Parmesan in a bowl.
2. Lay out tortillas and fill with a scoop of the mixture.
3. Top with lettuce leaves and roll up.

12. Sweet Potato Fries

Crispy, sweet, and savory – these fries are addictive!

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes (cut into fries)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Toss sweet potato fries in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

13. Smoked Salmon Bagels

Easy yet elegant, these are perfect for brunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients:

• Bagels (sliced)
• Cream cheese
• Smoked salmon
• Red onion (thinly sliced)
• Capers

Instructions:

1. Toast the bagels.
2. Spread with cream cheese.
3. Top with smoked salmon, red onion, and capers.

14. Deviled Eggs

A classic appetizer that never fails to please.

Ingredients:

• 6 eggs
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Paprika for garnish

Instructions:

1. Boil the eggs and cool them.
2. Peel and halve the eggs, removing the yolks.
3. Mix the yolks with mayonnaise and mustard until smooth.
4. Spoon or pipe the mixture back into egg whites.
5. Garnish with paprika.

15. Caprese Skewers

These skewers are a fresh, colorful appetizer.

Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Fresh mozzarella balls
• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze

Instructions:

1. Thread tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil onto skewers.
2. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

16. Chocolate Covered Strawberries

A sweet treat that's simple and indulgent.

Ingredients:

• Fresh strawberries
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon shortening

Instructions:

1. Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave.
2. Dip strawberries in chocolate and place on a wax paper-lined sheet.
3. Refrigerate until chocolate sets.

17. Bacon Wrapped Dates

Sweet and savory, these are always a hit.

Ingredients:

• Dates (pitted)
• Bacon (cut into thirds)
• Toothpicks

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wrap each date with bacon and secure with toothpick.
3. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until bacon is crispy.

18. Lemon Bars

Tangy and sweet, these bars are a delightful dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 cup butter (cold and cubed)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour, butter, and powdered sugar until crumbly.
3. Press into a baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
4. Whisk eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and baking powder.
5. Pour over the crust and bake for another 20 minutes until set.

19. Blue Cheese and Walnut Endive Bites

Slightly bitter endive paired with rich blue cheese and crunchy walnuts.

Ingredients:

• Endive leaves
• Blue cheese (crumbled)
• Walnuts (chopped)
• Honey for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Fill each endive leaf with blue cheese.
2. Sprinkle with walnuts and drizzle with honey.

20. Garlic Knots

Soft, garlicky, and perfect as a side or appetizer.

Ingredients:

• 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
• 1/4 cup butter (melted)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out pizza dough and cut into strips.
3. Tie each strip into a knot and place on a baking sheet.
4. Mix butter, garlic, and parsley and brush on knots.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.

21. Chocolate Peppermint Bark

A holiday classic that's easy to make and great for gifting.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup crushed candy canes

Instructions:

1. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave.
2. Spread onto a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
3. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
4. Refrigerate until set and break into pieces.

22. Loaded Nachos

Perfect for a crowd, these nachos are cheesy and delicious.

Ingredients:

• Tortilla chips
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Sour cream and guacamole for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Spread tortilla chips on a baking sheet and sprinkle with cheese.
3. Top with tomatoes, olives, and green onions.
4. Bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
5. Serve with sour cream and guacamole.

Conclusion

These recipes are designed to make your Boxing Day celebration delicious and stress-free. Enjoy the holiday festivities and the wonderful flavors these dishes bring to your table!