3 easy and healthy Christmas recipes

This holiday season, elevate your mornings with these festive and healthy recipes. From a delicious Christmas parfait to a crunchy pretzels snack and a breakfast bowl with leftover holiday sweets, these recipes are packed with seasonal flavours like cinnamon, orange and gingerbread cookie. Not only are they delicious, but they're also nutritious and easy to prepare—perfect for fueling your day while embracing the holiday spirit. Let's dive into these simple, festive breakfast ideas that will make your Christmas mornings extra special!

Why you'll love these Christmas Breakfast Recipes 

• Festive Flavours: These recipes are packed with seasonal ingredients like cinnamon, cranberries, and gingerbread, bringing the cozy flavours of the holidays to your breakfast table. 
• Customizable: Whether you prefer a sweet parfait, a pretzel snack or a porridge bowl, these recipes are versatile and can be adjusted to suit your taste or use up leftover holiday treats. 
• Nutritious & Wholesome: Each recipe includes nourishing ingredients providing a healthy start to your day without compromising on taste. 
• Easy & Quick: With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, these recipes are perfect for busy mornings or holiday gatherings, so you can enjoy a festive breakfast in no time. 

Let's dive into the details!

Christmas Parfait

A vibrant and layered breakfast parfait that combines seasonal fruits and Turtle Multigrain Flakes with Chocolate for a festive touch. 

Ingredients: 

• 40g Turtle Cereals Porridge Chocolate & Banana
• 180ml milk (or plant-based milk)
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 3 tbsp yogurt or vanilla skyr
• 2 tbsp cranberry jam (you can use raspberry jam if you don't like cranberries)
• A handful of Turtle Multigrain Flakes with Chocolate
• 1 chocolate-coated gingerbread cookie (for decoration)

 

 

 

How to make it: 

1. Cook the Turtle Porridge Chocolate & Banana with milk and cinnamon until desired consistency. 
2. Layer the porridge at the bottom of a jar or glass. 
3. Spoon jam on top of the porridge, followed by a layer of yogurt. 
4. Add a handful of Turtle Multigrain Flakes with Chocolate for crunch. 
5. Top it off with a chocolate-coated gingerbread cookie for the perfect Christmassy finish. 
6. Dig in and enjoy your festive breakfast. 

Christmas Pretzel Snack 

A crunchy and chocolatey snack that combines Turtle Choco Balls with puffed quinoa and almond flakes, topped with pretzels for a fun and festive twist. 

Ingredients: 

• 250g melted chocolate
• 75g nut butter (peanut or almond) 
• 80g Turtle Choco Balls
• 60g puffed quinoa
• 60g almond flakes 
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• Pretzels (for topping)

 

 

 

How to make it: 

1. Mix the melted chocolate, nut butter, Turtle Choco Balls, puffed quinoa, almond flakes, and cinnamon together in a bowl. 
2. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. 
3. Top with pretzels for a festive touch. 
4. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes. 
5. Cut into squares and enjoy your chocolatey Christmas snack!

Leftover Sweets Breakfast Bowl 

Got leftover holiday sweets and not sure what to do with them? We've got the perfect solution for you! Use those ingredients in your breakfast bowl. The toppings can be customized based on whatever you have available in your fridge.

Ingredients: 

• 50g Turtle Porridge Chocolate & Banana
• 180ml milk (or plant-based alternative)
• 3 orange slices
• 1 tbsp yogurt
• 2 tbsp of Turtle Cocoa crispies 
• 1 chocolate-coated gingerbread cookie (for decoration)

 

 

 

 

How to make it: 

1. In a pan, combine Turtle Porridge Chocolate & Banana and milk (you can always add 1 tsp of cinnamon to add some Christmas magic). Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it thickens to your desired consistency. 
2. Pour the porridge into your favourite bowl. 
3. Layer the orange slices on top for a citrusy kick.
4. Sprinkle Turtle Cocoa crispies for some crunch. 
5. Add a spoonful of yogurt for creaminess.
6. Top with a chocolate-coated gingerbread cookie for the perfect holiday finish. 
7. Enjoy your festive, nutritious breakfast! 

Customizable options

• Make it lactose-free: Swap dairy milk for plant-based alternatives like almond, oat, or soy milk, and replace yogurt with coconut or almond-based yogurt. For the pretzel snack, ensure the chocolate and pretzels are lactose-free. 
• Add extra crunch: Sprinkle chopped nuts like almonds, hazelnuts or pecans on top of your parfait or breakfast bowl for added texture and nutty flavour. 
• Use seasonal fruits: Customize the recipes with your favourite seasonal fruits such as pomegranate seeds, tangerine, or dried cranberries for a unique twist. 
• Make it even more festive: Add a dash of nutmeg or gingerbread spice to the porridge, or top your parfait with other festive treats such as star-shapped cookies or edible glitter for a holiday-inspired presentation. 

Start your day with a festive cheer

These Christmas breakfast recipes are the perfect blend of festive flavours and wholesome ingredients. From the creamy parfait to the crunchy snack and indulgent breakfast bowl, they're easy to prepare and customizable for everyone. Brighten your mornings and make your holidays even more special with these delightful dishes. Grab your Turtle Cereals and enjoy the holiday magic!