These Christmas pudding biscuits are the easiest Christmas biscuits to make! They are no bake and you'll only need three products. They are perfect for school Christmas parties, kid Christmas treats or if you need something fast but festive.
Contents
Christmas pudding biscuits - you will need
McVities Chocolate digestive biscuits
White Chocolate melts
Holly sprinkles
How to make your Christmas pudding biscuits
These couldn't be easier! All you need is to melt your white chocolate and then dip half your biscuit into the white chocolate. Place them on a tray covered in baking paper and add the holly decorations.
Then you can just leave them on the bench to set. Store them in an airtight container and they will last at last a week or two.
Variations
For the base - you could also use Wagon Wheels or Monte Carlo biscuits. Or even Oreos!
For the holly - if you can't find the holly sprinkles (I got mine at Big W but I've also seen them at Aldi) you could also do mint leaves and a jaffa or even just some red and green snakes, chopped up.
Tips for melting chocolate
Melting chocolate can be tricky, as it can easily seize or burn if not done properly. Here are some tips to ensure a smooth, glossy, and perfect melt:
Choose the Right Chocolate
Quality: Use high-quality chocolate with a high percentage of cocoa butter for best results.
Type: Dark, milk, and white chocolates melt differently. Dark chocolate has a higher cocoa content and melts more evenly. White chocolate can be more temperamental because of its higher sugar and milk content.
Chop It Evenly
Break or chop the chocolate into small, uniform pieces to ensure it melts evenly and more quickly.
Avoid Overheating
Chocolate burns easily. The temperature should not exceed 49°C for dark chocolate or 40°C for milk and white chocolates.
Methods for Melting
Double Boiler Method (Bain-Marie)
Fill a saucepan with a couple of inches of water and bring it to a simmer.
Place a heatproof bowl over the saucepan, ensuring the bowl doesn’t touch the water.
Add the chopped chocolate to the bowl and stir gently as it melts.
Tips: Keep the water at a simmer, not a boil, and avoid getting any water in the chocolate to prevent seizing.
Microwave Method
Place chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave on medium power in 15-30 second intervals, stirring in between.
Tips: Remove the chocolate before it is fully melted, and stir until smooth. This prevents overheating.
Avoid Moisture (Water + Chocolate = Seizing)
Keep your tools dry. Even a small drop of water can cause the chocolate to seize and turn grainy.
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