Christmas

10 Christmas recipes that can't be missing from your table

By Gretel Morales - 2023-12-01T13:09:52Z
For 14 years, kiwilimón has positioned itself as one of the best recipe sites in Mexico and Latin America, so it’s not surprising that we have the best Christmas recipes on the internet. We help you create your menu for December 24 with 10 budget-friendly, easy, and satisfying options, let’s get to work! Below, you can find the 10 best Christmas recipes, which include drinks, snacks, soups, main dishes, and desserts. Let yourself be surprised by the magic of Christmas with these recipes and enjoy them in the company of your loved ones! You can also read: How to substitute the most expensive ingredients for Christmas dinner? The 10 Best Christmas Recipes 1. Christmas Punch The fruit punch is a classic of the December season, as it is served at Christmas posadas, holiday parties, and on December 24 dinner.  At kiwilimón, we teach you how to prepare this classic Mexican drink step by step, as it is perfect to accompany tamales, tostadas, garnachas, buñuelos, and more.  2. Christmas Carrot Salad Another Christmas classic that cannot be missing from your table! This carrot salad is made with accessible and easy-to-find ingredients, making it the perfect dessert for Christmas dinner. Additionally, our chefs share their secrets to make this carrot salad spectacular, everyone will want a second helping!  3. Christmas Turkey The Christmas turkey is a must on our tables during that special dinner, so at kiwilimón, we teach you how to make turkey for Christmas so that it remains juicy and full of flavor. Remember that one of the advantages of preparing turkey is that you can pair it with all kinds of sides like pasta, salads, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and more. On the other hand, remember to reserve the juices to prepare a delicious gravy.  4. Christmas Pastas At kiwilimón, we excel with this year’s Christmas recipes! We share these 2 new pasta recipes for Christmas. Both recipes will be ready in no time and are perfect for kids and adults, don’t hold back and give them a try!  Moreover, you can add cherry tomatoes, a sprinkle of cranberries, or a bit of crushed chili to the pastas to make them look even more festive.  5. Christmas Snacks Are you looking for a good snack? At kiwilimón, we have the solution, as we created 3 cheese snacks perfect for sharing. The best thing about these options is that they fit all budgets and tastes, so there is no excuse not to try them.  To take your Christmas snacks to the next level, don’t forget to pair them with our famous cocktails, such as wine punch, hot wine, or a carajillo, cheers!  See more: How to calculate how much food to cook for Christmas 6. Christmas Roasted Chicken We got creative and brought you this recipe for roasted chicken for Christmas, as it has a filling made with seasonal ingredients, making it one of the most economical recipes for the December 24 dinner. Don’t forget to pair this roasted chicken with pasta, mashed potatoes, salad, or vegetables, it will be a total hit this Christmas! 7. Christmas Apple Salad You have surely tried the classic apple salad: chopped fruit, syrup, nuts, and cream. This dessert cannot be missing from Christmas posadas and December celebrations, so we teach you how to make it step by step and also share our experts' secrets to make it even more delicious. 8. Christmas Shrimp Broth Soups and broths cannot be missing from your table this time of year! Although creams are great options, this shrimp broth is among the best Christmas recipes, don’t miss out on trying it! Pair this Christmas broth with tostadas, tortilla chips, or bread and enjoy something spicy and with a very different touch, Merry Christmas!  9. Christmas Fruit Dessert If you’ve spent hours in the kitchen preparing a loin, turkey, or ham, you surely don’t have much time to make a dessert and want an easy and quick recipe. At kiwilimón, we have the solution: a Christmas fruit dessert!  This delight will be ready in no time, and you could even make it to sell, as it is prepared with economical and easy-to-find ingredients.  10. Gingerbread Cookies Don’t miss out on trying this Christmas classic! We’ve given a twist to the classic gingerbread cookies and filled them with chocolate hazelnut cream, they are irresistible! Besides being a very festive dessert, these cookies are also a great activity to do with the family, your kids will be delighted! As you can see, at kiwilimón, you will find the best Christmas recipes to celebrate and indulge in a feast of flavors without having to spend hours in the kitchen or a fortune. We wish you a Merry Christmas!  You may be interested in: The benefits of fruit punch