Fruit cakes - quick and easy recipes - page 16

I love this traditional Austrian cookie recipe, Linzer Augen, every Christmas. Not only are they wonderfully crumbly and delicious, they are also really pretty to look at with their bright red raspberry jam in the middle. I got the hang of it after just a few tries and can really recommend these fantastic cookies to everyone.

Recipe for chocolate dipped walnut rounds made from shortcrust pastry.

This is a recipe for lemon cookies that I have tried and tested myself and always enjoy making. If you love the sophistication of lemon, you will certainly like these cookies with their slightly fresh, full-bodied lemony flavor. They always go down well with my family and friends, especially at Christmas time, but also on other occasions.

Almond macaroons are an absolute must in my family at Christmas time. They are sweet, crunchy and full of almond flavor. With this traditional recipe, which I have tested and refined time and time again, my almond macaroons are a sure-fire hit at any festive occasion.

This recipe has been one of our fixed rituals during the Advent season for many years. Every year, we get together as a family and bake these delicious, buttery cookies together. They are easy to prepare and the aroma that wafts through the house is simply heavenly. Whether you give them as gifts or eat them yourself, these cookies make the Christmas season even more festive!

Every year at Christmas time, my inner child awakens when I make shortbread cookies according to grandma's traditional recipe. Her recipe for shortbread, packed with delicate flavors of vanilla and lemon zest, always reminds me of the warm and cozy winter nights of my childhood.

I make these delicious spiced slices every year at Christmas time. They are so tasty and aromatic that they are now part of our festive traditions. Plus, this recipe is pretty easy to make and only takes an hour.

This traditional Italian cookie is a favorite with my family and friends and I bake these delicious treats every year at Christmas time. The perfect blend of crunchy almonds, sweet caramel and dark chocolate makes these cookies irresistible!

For me, these wonderful Baumkuchenspitzen are as much a part of the Christmas season as the Christmas tree itself. I've made them countless times and each time it's a little celebration to see the golden brown, fragrant cake emerge layer by layer. With my procedure and a little patience, you are sure to succeed in making these delicious Baumkuchenspitzen.

The Christmas period is approaching little by little, so why not sweeten our lives with the typical sweets for this happiest time of the year.

This recipe for "Tiramisu with speculoos and raspberries" takes the traditional Italian dessert to a new level. It's ideal for the holidays when fresh raspberries are hard to come by. Replacing the ladyfingers with speculoos cookies brings a unique flavor and texture, while the raspberries make the dessert light and refreshing. I've made this recipe many times for friends and family and it's always been a big hit!

I've always been a big fan of jam and have done a few experiments with different fruits. But tangerine marmalade really stands out. It has that bright, citrusy flavor that just pops in any toast, pastry or yogurt you add it to. With this recipe, you could enjoy winter freshness even in the coldest season.

These chocolate fruits are a dream come true for all chocolate and fruit lovers. I first made this recipe a few years ago when I was looking for a light, yet sweet and chocolatey dessert. Since then, they have been a staple at my parties and an absolute hit with my guests.

I hope you'll make this delicious treat as successfully as I did! If you have any questions in the meantime, please feel free to ask! And while it's baking, enjoy the wonderful smell wafting through the kitchen!

I'm a firm believer that Christmas sweet bread is the perfect gift. There's nothing like the aroma of a homemade recipe baking to awaken the senses and immerse you in the magic of Christmas. For years, I've dedicated myself to perfecting just the right mix to achieve that balance of fluffiness and moistness that melts, layer after layer, in your mouth. This recipe takes time, but I assure you that every minute spent is rewarded with a taste of unparalleled flavor.

This Christmas nut bread has always been a delight in my home during the holidays. Its warm fragrance has the power to fill the house with Christmas spirit and, although it may seem like a somewhat complicated dish, with patience and love you will find it to be a very rewarding process. This recipe is for 8 servings and the total preparation, including baking time, will take about 2 hours and 30 minutes.