Belizeans know how to celebrate special occasions, unique events, and the holidays. Food is a big part of any Belizean celebration. This holiday season learn how to cook like a Belizean by trying our favorite Belizean Holiday Season Recipes.
Dive into the festive season with our Belizean Holiday Feast collection. From sweet Coconut Tarts to savory Rum Popo, explore recipes that embody the spirit of Belize.
Belizean Relleno
Belizean Relleno comes in a few varieties, white (relleno blanco), black (relleno), and picadillo (meatballs in black soup). White relleno does not include black recado (some recipes include a small amount of red recado). Black relleno is made with black recado, as is picadillo. All rellenos are more commonly found around big events like weddings and of course the holiday season.
Maja Blanca Recipe
Maja Blanca is a typical holiday treat made from white rice. Sweetened white rice is cooked until it becomes a custard-like pudding. Maja Blanca is a holiday treat for many Belizeans.
Belizean Coconut Tart
A sweet, rich tart made with luscious coconut, embodying tropical Belizean flavors. A perfect dessert to end your holiday meals.
- Key Ingredient: Coconut
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 8 servings
Lemon Meringue Pie – Belizean Style
A classic pie with a Belizean twist, featuring a zesty lemon filling and fluffy meringue topping.
- Key Ingredient: Lemon
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
Belizean Sweet Potato Pone
A hearty, sweet dessert, rich in flavors, with the comforting essence of sweet potatoes.
- Key Ingredient: Sweet Potato
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10 servings
Belizean Rum Cake
A moist, flavorful cake soaked in Belizean rum, offering a rich and festive experience.
- Key Ingredient: Rum
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings
Belizean Milk Cake
This delicately moist cake, soaked in a mixture of three kinds of milk, is a creamy delight, popular in Belizean festivities.
- Key Ingredient: Condensed Milk
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 8 servings
Belizean Bread Pudding
A traditional dessert made with simple ingredients, this bread pudding is a comforting treat, enhanced with the rich flavors of Belizean spices.
- Key Ingredient: Bread
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
Belizean Black Fruit Cake
A rich, dense cake packed with dried fruits and spices, symbolizing the heart of Belizean Christmas.
- Key Ingredient: Dried Fruits
- Prep Time: 1 hour (plus soaking time)
- Cook Time: 1.5 hours
- Yield: 10 servings
Belizean Trifle Coconut Cake
Layers of sponge cake, fruits, and cream, this trifle is a delightful blend of textures and tropical flavors.
- Key Ingredient: Coconut
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins (plus chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings
Belizean White Fruit Cake
A lighter version of the traditional fruit cake, this white fruit cake is packed with candied fruits and offers a delightful, festive flavor.
- Key Ingredient: Candied Fruits
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings
Pan Dulce – Caprichos
Sweet, fluffy, and adorned with colorful toppings, these ‘little whims’ are a festive and delightful treat for any holiday table.
- Key Ingredient: Flour
- Prep Time: 20 mins (plus rising time)
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 15 pieces
Belizean Orange Tart
Description: This tart, with its vibrant citrus flavor, is a refreshing and tangy addition to any holiday feast.
- Key Ingredient: Orange
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 8 servings
Belizean Rum Popo
A traditional Belizean holiday drink, Rum Popo is a creamy, rum-infused beverage, similar to eggnog, perfect for toasting the festive season.
- Key Ingredient: Rum
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: N/A (chill time required)
- Yield: 10 servings
Rice Pudding
Creamy, comforting, and subtly sweet, this rice pudding is a classic dessert that’s a favorite in Belizean households during the holidays.
- Key Ingredient: Rice
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
Belizean 7UP Cake
A unique and fluffy cake, with a hint of lemon-lime zestiness from the 7UP, offering a light and refreshing taste.
- Key Ingredient: 7UP Soda
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10 servings
Join our Belizean holiday cooking celebration! Share your experiences, photos, and any unique twists you’ve added to these recipes in the comments. Let’s spread the joy of Belizean food while learning how to cook like a Belizean during the holiday season.
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