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Continental Christmas treats

Get the Christmas market vibe in your own home with our recipes for the best European Christmas treats.
Easy panettone
by Catherine Fulvio

This is a ‘quick’ panettone recipe which delivers on flavour and texture. It’s my go-to for a last-minute Christmas cake and doesn't require any specialist equipment!

For this recipe you will need a 18cm/7in deep cake tin.

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