The holidays are upon us! As we all curl into our homes and welcome the cosy festivities, it is imperative that our families & relatives are well fed. In addition to the unique demands every member makes, there’s always a feeling of wanting to try some new recipe this time of the year.
So, we took it upon ourselves to give you a unique take on some delicious Holiday season recipes that you can easily prepare using smart Kitchen Appliances.
Imagine starting your day with a coffee maker that’ll brew the perfect mug every time. Or picture yourself cooking with a smart appliance that chops up vegetables or kneads dough for you. With Smart Kitchen Appliances, Christmas cooking can be made convenient while achieving the right balance between relaxation, hassle-free fun, and indulgence.
Here are a few Christmas recipes that you can create easily using our festive kitchen gadgets that can be a part of your secret Christmas cooking hacks.
1. Christmas swirl brownies
A delightful twist on the classic chocolate treat, the vibrant colours and irresistible flavours of our Christmas swirl brownie recipe is sure to be a hit at your party.
With the added help from Hafele’s Klara Highline Pro Kitchen Machine and a few simple ingredients, this beginner friendly recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Red and green food colouring
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar until well combined.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
4. In the bowl of the Klara Highline Pro Kitchen Machine, sift and add in flour, cocoa powder, and salt
5. Now, gradually add the wet mixture of butter, sugar, and eggs to the dry mixture and stir using the beater attachment. This attachment helps to aerate the batter. Combined with the precise kneading movement, it ensures that the ingredients are well combined, and gives a classic spongy cake texture.
6. Once well combined, divide the batter evenly into two bowls.
7. In one bowl, add red food colouring until you achieve your desired shade of red. In the other bowl, add green food colouring.
8. Alternately drop spoonsful of the red and green batter into the prepared baking pan.
9. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the colours together, creating a marbled effect.
10. Bake the batter in a preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs
11. Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
Serve these Christmas swirl brownies at your holiday party or package them up in festive wrapping for thoughtful homemade gifts. They're sure to spread joy and bring smiles to everyone who takes a bite!
2. Choco Banana Christmas Pancakes
Start the festive season with an indulgent, yet healthy recipe. These Choco Banana Christmas Pancakes are surely the sweetest note to begin your Christmas morning with:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Cooking spray or additional butter for greasing the pan
- Red, green, and white sprinkles (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, add together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, using the Hafele Chromatic Hand Blender’s blender attachment, mash the ripe banana.
3. Add milk, egg, and melted butter, to the banana and mix it well together with the Hafele Chromatic Hand Blender’s whisk attachment.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix using the Hafele Chromatic Hand Blender’s until it has just combined. The Blender has a slim design for easy handling and low noise while it power blends with its 600W motor. The 9 variable speeds operation by touch control will make it further easier to operate.
5. Using a spoon or spatula, gently fold in the chocolate chips into the batter.
6. Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
7. Pour 1/4 cup portions of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
8. Remove the pancakes from the griddle and repeat until all the batter is used.
9. For a festive touch, while garnishing, use additional banana slices and a combination of green and red sprinkles and whipped cream to create the Christmas colour theme
Your Choco banana Christmas pancakes are ready! The perfect combination of festive, healthy, and delicious. Enjoy a warm plateful for breakfast or as a quick and sweet midnight snack!
3 Jumbo Christmas sandwich
Take a break from all the sweet with this savoury jumbo Christmas sandwich. It’s filling, savoury, and JUMBO, perfect for the holiday season!
Ingredients:
- 1 large loaf of artisan bread (such as sourdough)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup hummus
- 1 cup roasted vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup sliced red onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Cut the loaf of bread horizontally to create a top and bottom half.
2. In a small bowl, mix the cranberry sauce and mayonnaise. Spread this mixture evenly on the cut sides of the bread.
3. Spread a generous layer of hummus on the bottom half of the bread.
4. Layer the roasted vegetables, feta cheese, baby spinach, and sliced red onions on top of the hummus.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Place the top half of the bread on the fillings
7. Place the sandwich into the Hafele Grilla Griller. Don’t worry about the size of your sandwich. The Hafele Grilla comes with adjustable hinges that allows you to grill your jumbo Christmas sandwich with ease!
And this perfectly grilled jumbo Christmas sandwich will give you both the best quick and healthy fix for your hunger cravings and a much-required break from the sweet treats.
4. Cinnamon Christmas cappuccino
From having it as a strong pick-me-up to begin your day or as a cosy late-night drink while you sit down and chit chat with your family, this Cinnamon Christmas cappuccino recipe is the best festive time accompaniment.
Here's a simple recipe:
Ingredients:
- 2 shots of espresso
- 1 cup of milk of your choice
- Sugar as required
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Whipped cream for topping
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions:
1. Brew two shots of espresso using the Hafele U-Kaffee Espresso Coffee Machine
2. Pour the milk into a large tumbler and froth it using the steam wand on the Hafele U-Kaffee Espresso Coffee Machine. The precise steam frother allows you to froth milk to your desired consistency and also customise the size of the grind per your liking.
3. Mix sugar and ground cinnamon into the frothed milk, adjusting the sweetness to your liking.
4. Pour the brewed espresso into your favourite cappuccino mug followed by the frothed, cinnamon-infused milk.
5. Top the cappuccino with a dollop of whipped cream.
6. Sprinkle a bit of ground cinnamon on top for a festive touch.
Throughout the holidays, you would want to make and re-make this decadent coffee. Enjoying this delectable beverage in a warm mug during the chilly winter months is undoubtedly a treasured experience.
There you have it!
Desserts, quick bites, and delicious coffee, all made easier to create using Hafele’s festive kitchen gadgets that seamlessly convert into statement pieces that elevate the overall aesthetic.
Here’s to a sleek, stylish, and delicious Christmas!