Recipes

We love food and we've got some great recipes to prove it. Here are some of our chefs' and local experts' favourites

Light and spicy with orange and star anise
Vegan Christmas pudding on a plate with brandy sauce being poured over the top

Christmas recipes for you to try 

Our delicious festive recipes will go down a storm at your Christmas party or Christmas lunch. From appetisers and sides to mouth-watering puddings, here are 11 recipes to inspire you.

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National Trust Vegetable Tagine

Vegetarian and vegan recipes 

Whether you're looking for delicious vegetarian or vegan recipes, we have all the inspiration you need. Take a look at our top meat-free and dairy-free recipes.

Visitors rolling out biscuit dough in the National Trust kitchen at Attingham Park

Family-friendly bakes to try at home 

Roll up your sleeves and get stuck into some of our top recipes to try with the kids. Quick, easy and delicious, these cakes, biscuits and savoury snacks will be sure to keep hands busy and tummies happy.

The nation's favourite recipes

A tray of cheese scones
Apple and rhubarb crumble with custard
Fruit scone
A simple sponge cake
A flapjack on a plate made using a recipe from our Cookbook

Cheese scones 

Taking the top place by a huge margin, the humble cheese scone. You can try it for yourself using this recipe from our cookbook

Apple and rhubarb crumble 

A true family classic at number 2, our apple and rhubarb crumble is even better with custard.

National Trust fruit scones 

We all thought this was going to take the top spot but, we still think these are the ultimate fruit scones, however you have your jam and cream.

Simple sponge cake 

Learn how to make the perfect sponge cake with this easy recipe from development chef, Clive Goudercourt.

Flapjacks 

Another simple but versatile snack completes our top 5 recipes. These tasty flapjacks can be enjoyed as they are, or why not add some yummy extras?

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Spiced toffee apple cake recipe

Treat yourself to a fresh, tangy apple cake, smothered with a delightfully sticky toffee sauce.

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Poached pears

A light and spicy dessert with orange and star anise – an ideal way to use up the pears from your garden.

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Classic carrot cake

Tuck into a slice of this classic carrot cake, spiced with cinnamon, topped with thick creamy frosting, crushed walnuts and seeds, and a sprinkle of carrot to finish.

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Pumpkin, chard, feta and almond crumble

Looking for a hearty and healthy recipe that'll warm up everyone's tums? This satisfying, family-friendly recipe works equally well as a hearty side or a standalone dish.

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Gingerbread house

Fancy making your own gingerbread house? With our simple biscuit recipe, and your choice of design, you can't go wrong with this classic tasty treat.

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Chicken, leek and tarragon pie

This creamy chicken and leek pie, topped with fresh herbs and puff pastry, is a perfect family favourite for those chilly autumn nights.

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Vegetable and coconut curry

This delicious and healthy winter warmer is a winner for the whole family. A filling and tasty dish packed with aromatic herbs and spices, it's a great alternative to your Friday night takeaway.

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Belly pork, caramelised apple wedges and boulangere potatoes

Try this tasty belly pork, caramelised apple wedges and boulangere potatoes recipe to set your taste-buds tingling.

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Crab-apple leather

This recipe produces a tasty apple snack that keeps for five months in an airtight container.

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