Looking for a no-bake Christmas treat that’s packed with festive flavour, crunch and chew? This Gluten-Free Christmas Chocolate Biscuit Cake ticks all the boxes! It’s rich, chocolatey and packed full of sweet cranberries, spicy crystallised ginger, crunchy pistachios and ginger nut biscuits. It’s the perfect blend of holiday flavours in every bite.
My Chocolate biscuit cake is already a well-loved treat in my home, but this version brings all the cosy flavours of Christmas. The addition of pistachios, cranberries and ginger gives each slice that extra something special. You could even decorate it further with white chocolate drizzle and gold sprinkles for gifting or serving at a holiday party.
This is one of those recipes that takes very little effort, but the result is always impressive. No oven needed, just melt, mix, and chill. It's a fantastic make-ahead dessert and keeps really well in the fridge for days (if it lasts that long!).
One of the things I love most about this Christmas Chocolate Biscuit Cake is how beautifully it slices. You get neat, sturdy pieces with jewel-like pops of cranberry and pistachio, and that little sparkle of icing sugar snow on top. It makes the perfect edible gift wrapped in cellophane with a festive ribbon, ideal for friends and family, teachers, or anyone who deserves a little holiday sweetness.
This is such a brilliant recipe to make with the kids too. There’s no baking required, so it’s safe and fun for little hands to help break up the biscuits, stir everything together and press it into the tin. You can even let them choose their own add-ins like mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes or Christmas sprinkles would all be fun additions! Plus, it’s a great way to start some festive family traditions in the kitchen.
If you’re tired of the usual Christmas pudding or just want to offer a different dessert option on the table, this biscuit cake is a winner. It has all the flavour and indulgence of something much more complicated, but with a stress-free method. And the best part? You can make it days in advance and just pull it out when needed giving you more time to enjoy the season (and sneak a few slices when no one's looking).
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This no-bake Gluten-Free Christmas Chocolate Biscuit Cake is packed with ginger nuts, cranberries, pistachios, and festive flavour!
I used ginger nut biscuits for a spiced Christmas flavour, but digestives would also work.
Feel free to swap the add-ins: try chopped nuts, mini marshmallows, or festive sprinkles.
This keeps well in the fridge for up to 1 week, wrapped tightly or stored in an airtight container.