'12 Days Of Christmas'-Inspired Desserts

By Ujjainee Roy

Day 3: Three French Hens Crème Brûlée

This classic French dessert, with its creamy vanilla custard base and crisp caramelized sugar top, is a delicious way to celebrate the holiday season and it’s not as rich as most festive desserts

Day 9: Nine Ladies Dancing Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake

Add a burst of citrusy freshness with Nine Ladies Dancing Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake. The zesty orange complements the tartness of cranberries and also adds a freshness to the cake

Day 12: Twelve Drummers Drumming Pecan Pie

The best way to wrap up the dessert series is with the classic Twelve Drummers Drumming Pecan Pie. The buttery crust and gooey pecan filling is irresistible and familiar and can also last you a whole week!

Intro:

The 12 days of Christmas is the period in marking the period between the birth of Christ and the coming of the Magi, the three wise men (from December 25 to January 6). If you’re planning something unique this Christmas, and love all things nostalgic, why not roll out a series of desserts inspired by 12 Days of Christmas?

Day 1: Partridge in a Pear Tart

Start the 12 days of Christmas with a delectable pear tart topped with a partridge! This elegant dessert combines the flaky goodness of a tart crust with the sweetness of poached pears and you can use a baked partridge biscuit on top!

Day 2: Two Turtle Dove Chocolate Truffles

These decadent treats, inspired by the second day of Christmas, feature smooth and rich chocolate ganache centers coated in a variety of coatings, from crushed nuts to cocoa powder.

Day 4: Four Calling Birds Berry Cheesecake

This luscious seasonal dessert combines a velvety cheesecake filling with a medley of fresh berries, resulting in a colorful and delightful confection

Day 5: Five Golden Rings Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

The timeless upside cake has many renditions. The Five Golden Rings Pineapple Upside-Down Cake features caramelized pineapple rings on top of a moist cake to evoke both nostalgia and the warmth of the holiday season.

Day 6: Six Geese-a-Laying Eggnog Mousse

This fluffy and spiced mousse captures the essence of the season and provides a delightful continuation of our Christmas-inspired dessert journey. Not to mention, it has a familiar and comforting taste.

Day 7: Seven Swans-a-Swimming White Chocolate Peppermint Bark

If you’re a fan of the white chocolate and peppermint combination, you will love the Seven Swans-a-Swimming White Chocolate Peppermint Bark, adorned with swirls of white chocolate and crushed candy canes

Day 8: Eight Maids-a-Milking Tiramisu

This coffee-flavored dessert, layered with mascarpone cheese and cocoa, offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors.

Day 10: Ten Lords-a-Leaping Dark Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes

The Ten Lords-a-Leaping Dark Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes have the rich depth of dark chocolate combined with the refreshing peppermint flavor which creates a balanced flavor profile

Day 11: Eleven Pipers Piping Almond Pistachio Baklava

The nutty and sweet layers of Eleven Pipers Piping Almond Pistachio Baklava are un-missable. This Middle Eastern-inspired dessert, with its flaky phyllo pastry and layers of nuts, honey, and spices, is a decadent treat