CHRISTMAS PARTY EDIT: SWEET TREATS

We all know that one of the best parts of Christmas is the food - why does everything taste ten times better during these festive months? I think there is an element in excitement once the advent calendars begin and the selection boxes start filling up with empty wrappers. It can be a stressful thing to host a Christmas party, the pressure is definitely on and we are all hoping to indulge in every desert available - here are some tasty treats we would be more than happy to nibble on at a Christmas event.

*** DISCLAIMER - THIS POST WILL MAKE YOU VERY HUNGRY***

1. MINI BANOFFEE PIES

A classic dessert that everybody loves, you can't go wrong with this heavenly treat. Caramel, whipped cream, chocolate and bananas, need I say more? For recipe details click here, we love this recipe from the queen baker herself, Mary Berry.

2. MINI MILLIONAIRES SHORTBREAD Probably one of the most scrumptious treats out there, the caramel shortbread. Who doesn't love biting into a perfect combination of chocolate, caramel and shortbread? Perfect with a cup of tea whilst snuggled on the couch or as a dessert at a Christmas party - why not sprinkle some edible glitter on top for that festive finish? Click here for the recipe. 3. SALTED CHOCOLATE MANDARIN SLICES Getting your five a day is important but there's no rules stopping us from adding some chocolate! These chocolate mandarin slices are the perfect snack or starter. Click here for the recipe. 4. STRAWBERRY BROWNIE KEBABS What better than a stick filled with lot's of your favourite treats!? This little dessert is perfect as you can add whatever you like to your sweet kebab - pass us the chocolate covered strawberries! Click here for a tutorial. 5. MARSHMALLOWS DIPPED IN CHOCOLATE  We can't forget marshmallows - they finish off our hot chocolates and sit snuggly in our s'mores. Add any topping to these little beauties for a pretty little sweet treat. Click here for a tutorial.   What are some of your favourite treats over the christmas period? Leave us some of your Christmas hosting tips in the comments below as well as any suggestions for us to satisfy our sweet tooth!