Bonfire Night, aka Guy Fawkes Night, is the perfect excuse to enjoy some beautiful autumnal food. You'll probably be standing out in the cold as you watch the skies light up and so having something warm or sweet to tuck into really takes the edge off the chill!
Whether you plan to cosy up in front of the fire, wrap up warm to watch the sky light up or throw a big Bonfire Night bash with friends and family, it wouldn't be the same without some delicious, warming comfort food.
From sticky, gooey puds to hearty, wholesome mains, like a sausage hotpot, and of course the classic toffee apple, these recipes are guaranteed to please the whole family.
They're easy to prepare and more importantly easy to eat, freeing you up to enjoy time with loved ones and write your own name with your sparkler (because let's admit it, you never grow out of doing it).
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Garlic chips
These classic hand-cut garlic chips pack pungent garlic punch. Perfect for serving up with a delicious homemade burger or alongside some crispy battered fish.
Try this garlic chips recipe
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Bonfire muffins
These moreish muffins are perfect for warming up with a hot drink by the bonfire. Packed full of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, they will make a great treat for brunch the next day.
Try this Bonfire muffins recipe
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Nigel Slater's sausage danish
Planning a Bonfire Night dinner party? These succulent mini sausage Danish from Nigel Slater will make the perfect canapés – they’re sure to go down well with children too.
Try Nigel Slater’s sausage Danish recipe
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Toffee apples
Try this delicious all-time Bonfire Night favourite at home. It's quick and easy to make but take care as the toffee gets very hot.
Try Kirstie Allsopp's toffee apples recipe
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Perfect baked potato
We love butter, sour cream and chopped chives, but there are loads of alternatives. Fried bacon lardons and smoked cheddar are great with the addition of a fried egg.
Try this baked potato recipe
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A perfect Bonfire burger, served with seasonal coleslaw made by shredding some chicory, fennel and celeriac, and mixing with some mayo, lemon juice and hot horseradish. It tastes even better flame-grilled on a barbecue.
Try this banger burger with beetroot and crispy leeks recipe
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A classic recipe, these low-fat baked apples are a perfect treat for children.
Try this baked apples recipe
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Double chocolate pinwheel biscuits
These delicious pinwheel biscuits are the perfect bonfire treat for children and adults. The combination of white and dark chocolate is delicious.
Try this double chocolate pinwheel biscuits recipe
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Pumpkin risotto
Pumpkins shouldn’t be kept just for Halloween. This quick and comforting dish is perfect to serve on a chilly night round the bonfire. You can also add torn mozzarella cheese, oregano, and crushed tomatoes in the last 10 minutes of cooking to make it extra satisfying.
Try this pumpkin rice recipe
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Rocky road bananas
Kids will love these – gooey banana, sticky marshmallow and chocolate melted into one yummy Bonfire Night dessert.
Try this rocky road bananas recipe
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Perfect hot chocolate
No Bonfire Night celebrations would be complete without a hot chocolate. This rich and addictive recipe is the perfect way to get your chocolate fix.
Try this hot chocolate recipe
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Chestnut and butternut squash soup
This silky smooth chestnut and butternut squash soup is the ultimate dish to warm you up on a chilly night. Serve with a drizzle of cream or dollop of crème fraiche and a chunk of crusty bread.
Try this chestnut and butternut squash soup recipe
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Giant gruyere and ham sandwich
Ham and cheese is a failsafe combination. This recipe from the new Higgidy Cookbook is great for using up any leftover ends of cheese lurking at the back of the fridge, or bits of gammon from a Sunday joint. If you’re feeding children you may want to leave out the mustard and they’ll love this giant sandwich.
Try Higgidy’s gruyere and ham sandwich recipe
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Macaroni cheese with grilled tomatoes
A rich and creamy macaroni cheese is pure comfort food. A great option for vegetarians or cooking for a large group, the addition of the sweet grilled tomatoes are delicious.
Try this macaroni cheese with grilled tomatoes recipe
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Sticky toffee pudding cupcakes
Sticky, sweet, and delicious served with a good scoop of vanilla ice cream, these mini sticky toffee puddings from Martha Stewart are beautiful served slightly warm with the gooey glaze.
Try this sticky toffee pudding cupcakes recipe
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A comforting gratin that makes the perfect supper for vegetarian guests.
Try this mushroom crepe gratin recipe
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Apple bob co*cktail
This delicious apple bob co*cktail is a great warming drink for adults to enjoy.
Try this apple bob co*cktail recipe
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Sticky toffee popcorn
Bonfire night wouldn’t be complete without some sweet toffee and this moreish popcorn recipe is sure to go down well. Deliciously sticky and chewy, they’re great to add to your drinks party repertoire too.
Try this sticky toffee popcorn recipe
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Toad in the hole
A Bonfire Night celebration would not be complete with sausages and these baby toad-in-the-holes are sure to go down well with the whole family. Serve with a homemade tomato chutney.
Try Fay Ripley’s baby toads in baby holes recipe
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Gingerbread souffle
This dessert contains all the flavour of traditional gingerbread, but is much lighter. The perfect dinner party dessert, this hot spiced soufflé is sure to impress your guests.
Try this gingerbread soufflé recipe