"Just One More".. Christmas Party Snacks
My Thermomix and Me, by fen's secret kitchen
Impress without the Stress!
Need some easy finger food suggestions for those Christmas party nights? Whether you're hosting or taking a dish along, here are some of our favourites!
Merry almost Christmas to all! x
Christmas Tree Pull-apart Bread
My Tips:
Weigh doughball pieces: The #1 tip for a neat tree. Uneven doughballs bake unevenly.
Leave small gaps between doughballs - they expand & fuse during baking.
Chill the shaped tree for 10 minutes before baking - this helps keep definition.
Cheese Straws
My Tips:
Add a little milk (20ml) before mix, I just prefer the consistency!
Cut pastry into rounds rather than strips. Lovely to dip into a small cup of hot soup.
Top with chilli flakes or Nigella seeds, before baking, that's up to you!
Whipped Feta and Mascarpone with Chilli Sesame Honey
My Tip:
Drizzle a little of the hot honey on top & add flakes to serve. And keep remaining hot honey in a warmed small jug & top up as required!
Hot Artichoke Dip
My Tips:
Make it a day ahead, keep in the fridge & heat before serving.
For extra creaminess, add 2 tbsp sour cream (more!) before baking
If the dip looks thick in the bowl, that’s good, it loosens as it bakes.
Bake in a shallow dish, you'll get more of that delicious cheesy topping!
Vegetarian Sausage Rolls
My Tips:
Hide 75g extra blitzed veg (courgette/ mushrooms) to the mix, but make sure to squeeze all moisture (a tea towel works) or you'll get soggy pastry!
Add 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Yes, homemade puff pastry's best, but it's ok to use shop bought sometimes!
Mini Crab Cakes with Coriander Paste
My Tips:
Make in advance, serve warm or cold.
Drain the canned crab fully!
After shaping, refrigerate for 10 mins or so, to retain their shape.
Air fry (180 degrees for 10-12 mins), instead of shallow frying in oil.
Broccoli and Bacon Tarts
My Tips:
Make in advance & keep in an airtight container in the fridge.
Great hot or cold (a lovely lunchbox option too!)
Festive Camembert Wreath
A bit fiddly, but definitely worth it, it's a bit of a wow!
Hope you get a bit of inspiration from these. If you'd like to find out more, join an online cook class, refer a friend or book a call to discuss how you can get a Thermomix TM7 - just get in touch on the link below!
Seasons Greetings to all! x
