Embrace this festive fruit with our round-up of sweet and savoury recipes, and edible gift ideas 

<p>Zingy and juicy, clementines have become to be known as the official fruit of Christmas &ndash; though nowadays kids probably leave them sitting forlornely in the toe of their stocking.</p><p>In the old days, oranges were considered exotic, and a rare treat. In the Netherlands, meanwhile, there is another significance. It's believed that St. Nicholas would toss gold down the chimneys of the poor at Christmas, and this would land in the stockings hanging over the fireplace. Oranges (and clementines) came to represent the gold. </p><p>History aside, we love the sharp sweetness of a clementine &ndash; and the fact that it can, so easily, be shared. In celebration of this glorious fruit, we've come up with some of our favourite clementine recipes to make now…</p><h2>mincemeat and clementine plait</h2><p>How would you like a warm slab of this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mincemeat-clementine-plait" target="_blank">bread plait</a> on Christmas morning? Filled with mincemeat and clementine juice, it's packed with festive flavours.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="mincemeat-plait__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/mincemeat-plait__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>sticky hidden clementine marmalade pudding</h2><p>A mouthwatering aternative to Christmas pud, this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/sticky-marmalade-pudding" target="_blank">clementine marmalade pudding</a> has a gooey hidden orange centre. Serve warm with custard, or cool with cream &ndash; delicious.</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><img alt="pudding__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pudding__square_GL?scl=1"></h2><h2>Clemencello</h2><p>This Christmas, give your loved ones a homemade gift that shows how much you care. Sweet and zesty, we've replaced lemons with clementines in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/clemencello" target="_blank">this fruity take on limoncello</a>, the classic Italian liqueur. Enjoy over ice, or topped up with some sparkling water.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="clemencello__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/clemencello__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>clementine glazed ham</h2><p>Covered in thinly sliced clementine, this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/clementine-glazed-ham" target="_blank">glazed ham</a> would make quite the centrepiece at Christmas dinner &ndash; and a tasty alternative to turkey or beef. Cook it for around three hours, until the orange has turned golden and caramelised and flavoured the meat.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/ham__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>prosecco and panetonne trifle </h2><p>Trifle is a truly fantastic Christmas time dessert. Layers of custard, whipping cream, fruit, nuts and panetonne make a non-stodgy alternative to cake &ndash; and although you can use whatever fruit you fancy, we recommend juicy clementines and raspberries, as in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/prosecco-panettone-trifle" target="_blank">this recipe</a>.</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><img alt="trifle_027__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/trifle_027__square_GL?scl=1"></h2><h2>Candied clementine slices</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/candied-clementine-slices" target="_blank">These candied clementine slices </a>are delicious as an after-dinner treat or even as a cake decoration. Dip the slices in melted dark chocolate to up the indulgence factor.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="candied-chocolate-dipped-clementine__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/candied-chocolate-dipped-clementine_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Clementine and gin marmalade</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/clementine-gin-marmalade" target="_blank">This tangy citrus preserve</a> has a boozy kick thanks to the addition of a good glug of gin. We've added some extra juniper to bring out the gin's own floral aromatics. Try replacing the strawberry jam in a Victoria sponge with a layer of this zesty marmalade for a fresh and fruity cake perfect for parties.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="ginclementinemarmalade__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/ginclementinemarmalade__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Chocolate clementine fudge</h2><p>Grated clementine zest and cranberries add fruity flavours to <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chocolate-clementine-fudge" target="_blank">this fudge recipe,</a> making it perfect for Christmas gifting.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="asda_marbledorangechocolatefudge__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/asda_marbledorangechocolatefudge__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Have our festive clementine recipes given you some inspiration for some delicious, edible Christmas presents? Make sure to stock up on everything you need <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/" target="_blank">online</a> or <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store.</a></em></p>

8 ways with clementines

By ASDA Admin,15th December 2019

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