{"id":439739,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:38","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=439739"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:52","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:52","slug":"easy-christmas-recipes-with-few-ingredients-bbc-good-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-few-ingredients-bbc-good-food\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Homemade Christmas Recipes with Few Ingredients for a Joyful Holiday Feast"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is all about warmth, joy, and delightful flavors that bring people together. With just a few ingredients, you can create mouthwatering dishes that will fill your home with the spirit of Christmas. Let\u2019s explore two simple yet irresistible recipes that will make your holiday feast unforgettable!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-few-ingredients-bbc-good-food\/#Sweet_Cinnamon_Sugar_Cookies\" >Sweet Cinnamon Sugar Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-few-ingredients-bbc-good-food\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-few-ingredients-bbc-good-food\/#Heavenly_Hot_Chocolate_Cupcakes\" >Heavenly Hot Chocolate Cupcakes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-few-ingredients-bbc-good-food\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweet_Cinnamon_Sugar_Cookies\"><\/span>Sweet Cinnamon Sugar Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/230743\/pexels-photo-230743.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Sweet Cinnamon Sugar Cookies\" title=\"Sweet Cinnamon Sugar Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by J\u00c9SHOOTS on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/baked-bakery-baking-bread-230743\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:OldLace\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cinnamon-cookies-1760532209.jpg\" alt=\"Cinnamon Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sugarspunrun.com\/cinnamon-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cinnamon Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sugar Spun Run<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (42 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:WhiteSmoke\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cinnamon-cookies-1760532209-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cinnamon Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.food.com\/recipe\/cinnamon-cookies-48241\" target=\"_blank\">Cinnamon Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Food.com<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (439 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:IndianRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cinnamon-sugar-cookies-1760532209.jpg\" alt=\"Cinnamon Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/14987\/cinnamon-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cinnamon Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.3 (163 reviews). Total Time: 4 hr 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine biting into a soft, chewy cookie that melts in your mouth, filled with the warm flavors of cinnamon and sugar. These delightful cookies are easy to make, and the aroma will fill your kitchen with cozy holiday vibes. The best part? You only need a handful of ingredients to whip them up!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup of all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup of granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon of baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon of salt<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these sweet cinnamon sugar cookies special is their simplicity and the delightful combination of flavors. The buttery base pairs perfectly with the warm, spicy notes of cinnamon, making them a holiday classic. Kids and adults alike will love the fun of rolling the dough into balls and coating them in sugar before baking. Plus, they\u2019re perfect for sharing with friends and family, creating a sense of togetherness during the festive season!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-best-soft-chewy-cinnamon-sugar-cookies-1760532224.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Soft &amp; Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dcjtoL2C1qc\" target=\"_blank\">The Best Soft &amp; Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cinnamon-roll-sugar-cookies-delicious-recipe-guide-1760532224.jpg\" alt=\"Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies: Delicious Recipe Guide\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@bankobake\/video\/7533745496377101582\" target=\"_blank\">Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies: Delicious Recipe Guide<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/snickerdoodle-cookies-a-delicious-soft-cinnamon-sweet-1760532224.jpg\" alt=\"Snickerdoodle Cookies - A Delicious, Soft, Cinnamon Sweet ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=-mxDjFFSS3k\" target=\"_blank\">Snickerdoodle Cookies &#8211; A Delicious, Soft, Cinnamon Sweet &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heavenly_Hot_Chocolate_Cupcakes\"><\/span>Heavenly Hot Chocolate Cupcakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/17192235\/pexels-photo-17192235.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Heavenly Hot Chocolate Cupcakes\" title=\"Heavenly Hot Chocolate Cupcakes\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Ali Dashti on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/stack-of-cupcakes-with-cream-17192235\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:OrangeRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/hot-chocolate-cupcakes-1760532220.jpg\" alt=\"Hot Chocolate Cupcakes!\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.janespatisserie.com\/2022\/12\/12\/hot-chocolate-cupcakes\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hot Chocolate Cupcakes!<\/a><\/strong> from Jane&#039;s Patisserie<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (6 reviews). Total Time: 3 h 5 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/hot-chocolate-cupcakes-with-marshmallow-buttercream-1760532220.jpg\" alt=\"Hot Chocolate Cupcakes with Marshmallow Buttercream\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thedomesticrebel.com\/2017\/01\/03\/hot-chocolate-cupcakes-with-marshmallow-buttercream\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hot Chocolate Cupcakes with Marshmallow Buttercream<\/a><\/strong> from The Domestic Rebel<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.3 (3 reviews). Total Time: 43 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Turquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/homemade-chocolate-cupcakes-1760532220.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade Chocolate Cupcakes\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/selfproclaimedfoodie.com\/heavenly-homemade-chocolate-cupcakes\/\" target=\"_blank\">Homemade Chocolate Cupcakes<\/a><\/strong> from Self Proclaimed Foodie<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (93 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These cupcakes are like a cozy hug in dessert form! With a rich chocolate flavor and a creamy hot chocolate twist, they are sure to be the star of your holiday table. Plus, they\u2019re incredibly simple to make, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the festivities with loved ones.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup of all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup of cocoa powder<\/li>\n<li>1 cup of granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup of milk<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup of vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>2 eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon of vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon of baking powder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these heavenly hot chocolate cupcakes so popular is their rich, moist texture and the delightful surprise of a melted chocolate center. Topped with fluffy marshmallow frosting, they resemble a warm cup of hot chocolate, perfect for chilly winter evenings. These cupcakes are not just a treat; they\u2019re a festive experience that will bring smiles to everyone\u2019s faces. And let\u2019s be honest, who can resist a cupcake that tastes like a classic winter drink?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Delight your holiday gathering with two simple yet scrumptious homemade Christmas recipes that require minimal ingredients, ensuring your festive feast is both joyful and stress-free.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":446214,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-439739","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-christmas","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/439739","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=439739"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/439739\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/446214"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=439739"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=439739"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=439739"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=439739"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}