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    Home » Christmas

    Christmas Treat Box

    Published: Dec 13, 2021 by Vanya Insull

    A wonderful treat box to gift during the festive season. Filled with a lovely mixture of homemade chocolate slices and traditional Christmas treats.

    A large plastic box filled with different Christmas treats and slices.

    Like many people, we love to give end of year gifts to the boys' school teachers. This year, I decided to make a sharing Christmas Treat Box for the whole staff room. We are so grateful for the amazing work they do all year long!

    a boy standing behind a Christmas Treat box in a kitchen.

    This large treat box is perfect for a crowd. It would go down well with a group of colleagues, teachers, clients or a sports team. It would also be a great contribution to a family get together.

    The components of a Christmas Treat Box sitting on a wooden bench.

    For this version, I made four of my favourite sweet treats. Christmas Slice, Candy Cane and Dark Chocolate Rocky Road, Caramilk Rocky Road and Cranberry and Pistachio Slice.

    I also filled the box with other Christmas treats to share - Christmas mince pies, candy canes, lollies and chocolate honeycomb.

    Two boys standing behind a large plastic bow filled with Christmas treats

    My contents are just a suggestion! Feel free to add in your favourite homemade slices or store bought treats. They look so cool all together in the box!

    To assemble a Christmas Treat Box:

    I made a few different size treat boxes - large, medium and small. Depending on who you are gifting to, you could alter the amount you give.

    Three containers of various shapes and sizes sitting on a wooden bench.

    The 8 Compartment Storage Box is from The Warehouse. The Clear Short Container with Lid and the Sugar Cane Take Away Containers are both from Kmart.

    The 6 pack of smaller containers would be great for lots of individuals such as teachers at different schools, coaches, carers or neighbours.

    Three smaller container filled with different Christmas Treats sitting on a wooden bench.

    Simply choose the slices you want to make and divide them up between the boxes. Distribute to your amazing community members and watch them smile. 

    Christmas treats in a small container on a wooden bench Christmas treats in three small containers sitting on a wooden bench

    I chose to make four slices that all looked quite different next to each other. This makes the boxes look even more abundant!

    Of course, I can't go past my Christmas Slice and Candy Cane Chocolate Rocky Road at this time of year.

    4 types of Christmas treats in baking trays sitting on a wooden bench

    This medium sized box would be perfect to take to a family gathering. Lovely treats to hand around while sharing a pot of tea or coffee.

    Christmas treats in a medium sized box. Christmas treats in a medium sized box sitting on a wooden bench

    For more suggestions on what to put in your Christmas treat Boxes, check out my recipes below. Have fun!

    Christmas Treat Box Ideas

    A selection of my favourite slices that would all be perfect in a mix n match Christmas Treat Box.

    Christmas slice

    This no-bake Christmas slice has a delicious biscuit base and is topped with white chocolate, candy canes and M&Ms. 

    Caramilk rocky road

    Delicious Caramilk Rocky Road filled with Maltesers, marshmallows and almonds.

    Christmas rocky road - 3 ways

    Christmas Rocky Road made three ways using dark, milk and white chocolate with yummy Christmas toppings!

    Cranberry and pistachio slice

    A delicious and festive looking no-bake slice made with pistachios, cranberries and freeze dried raspberries.

    Dark chocolate peppermint slice

    A super easy no-bake chocolate slice with a hint of peppermint.

    Lolly slice

    Big and little kids love lolly slice! This will bring some lovely colour to your treat box.

    Apricot Rocky road

    Chewy and crunchy rocky road made with dried apricots, almonds, marshmallows, plus milk and dark chocolate.

    Turkish Delight Rocky Road

    Chocolate rocky road made with Turkish Delight!

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    The process of making a Christmas Treat Box with homemade chocolate slices


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 INGREDIENTS
🤎BROWNIE BASE
100g butter
½ tsp vanilla essence
1 cup caster sugar
2 eggs
50g cocoa
50g plain flour
½ tsp baking powder

🩷MARSHMALLOW TOPPING
250g milk chocolate
1 Tbsp coconut oil
180g marshmallows

🤍INSTRUCTIONS
1. Base: Preheat the oven to 150°C fan bake.
2. Line a 20cm square tin with baking paper.
3. Melt the butter in a large mixing bowl in the microwave. Add in the caster sugar, vanilla essence and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
4. Sift in the flour, baking powder and cocoa then gently fold together until combined.
5. Spread the mixture evenly across the base of the lined tin then bake for 25 minutes. Set aside to cool for at least 15 minutes.
6. Topping: Place chocolate and coconut oil in a large heat proof bowl. Heat for 45 seconds in the microwave or until melted. Stir to combine. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
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🍝INGREDIENTS
1 Tbsp olive oil
200g mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
200g cherry tomatoes
2 clove garlic, crushed
75g basil pesto
1 cup cream
30g parmesan, grated
400g fresh fettuccine

🍝INSTRUCTIONS
1. Add the olive oil to a large nonstick frying pan on a medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for a few minutes. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook stirring a few minutes more. 
2. Stir in the garlic and fry for one minute. Add the pesto and cream then mix to combine. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens up and the tomatoes start to burst. 
3. Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to packet instructions then drain. 
4. Stir the grated parmesan through the pesto sauce. Once it is combined add the cooked fettuccine and stir again. 
5. Season to taste with salt and pepper then serve immediately with extra grated parmesan on top.

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DOUGH
450ml warm water
2 tsp sugar
1 Tbsp active dry yeast
750g plain flour (5 cups)
2 tsp salt

OTHER INGREDIENTS
2 tsp baking soda
1 egg
1 tsp sesame seeds or bagel seasoning

🥯INSTRUCTIONS
1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, place the warm water and sugar and stir to dissolve. Add the yeast, stir again, and leave to sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
2. Add the flour and salt. Attach the dough hook to the mixer and mix on low for 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and slightly sticky. (Knead by hand if you don’t have a mixer.)
3. Cover the bowl with a clean tea towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for at least 1 hour until doubled in size.
4. Turn the dough out and shape it into a large log. Cut into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a ball.
5. Make a hole in the centre of each ball, then spin the dough around your fingers to enlarge the hole.
6. In a pot, bring 2 litres of water to a boil, then stir in the baking soda. Carefully lower the bagels into the boiling water, two at a time, for 1 minute on each side. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on lined baking trays.
7. Preheat the oven to 200°C fan bake.
8. Whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water, then brush the mixture over the boiled bagels. Sprinkle each one with the topping of your choice or keep them plain. 
9. Bake for 20 minutes until the bagels are golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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🧆MEATBALLS:
500g pork mince
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2 spring onions, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup panko crumbs
1 egg
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 Tbsp dried mint or mixed herbs
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp cracked black pepper

TO SERVE:
4 cups cooked white rice
1 cucumber, diced
1 red onion, finely sliced
200g cherry tomatoes, quartered
200g tzatziki (store-bought or homemade)
Lemon wedges, to serve

🧆INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Mix well until evenly combined. Roll into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to cook. I like to make these ahead of time. 
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