Bonfire Night is the perfect excuse to enjoy comforting food outdoors while watching fireworks light up the sky. From baked potatoes to rich chilli and sweet parkin cake, these classic Bonfire Night recipes will keep everyone warm and happy.

Warming Jacket Potatoes 🥔

Jacket potatoes are a true Bonfire Night staple. Their crispy skin and fluffy centre make them ideal for serving with butter, baked beans, cheese, or a hearty spoonful of chilli con carne.
Try baking them in the oven or air fryer until golden and crisp.

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Baked Potatoes With Garlic Salt, Black Pepper And Sea Salt Recipe by Amazing Lady ( Grace)
A variation on classic baked Potatoes.. can be eaten hot or cold. #onerecipeonetree, #lunch, #Student
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My Compound Butter Baked Potato 🥔😋 Recipe by mandy
So easy and super tasty #sidedish
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Spicy & Hearty Chilli con Carne 🌶️

Nothing beats a steaming bowl of chilli on a chilly night. Serve it over jacket potatoes, rice, or in reusable cups for an easy outdoor option.
Make it your own – go classic with beef mince or try a vegetarian version with beans and lentils.

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🌶🍝Chilli Con Carne🍝🌶 Recipe by Irum Zaidi Home Cooking
Here’s a spicy classic you can still eat while on a diet. Serve with a salad and/or a very small portion of rice. Don’t forget you’ve already got carbs in the beans. This is a simple and tasty Chilli Con Carne recipe for those on a tight budget. No frills, no unusual ingredients and no fancy techniq…
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My Ultimate Smoky Chilli Con Carne Recipe by Natalie Marten (Windsor__Foodie)
This is how I make my chilli con carne. A firm family favourite, with so many levels of amazing flavour. I like to use a combination of dried and fresh chilli to give heat and smokiness. Here I’ve used beef mince but it also works amazingly with shredded chicken or beef chunks, simply swap out for w…
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Easy Hot Dogs for a Crowd 🌭

Hot dogs are quick, filling, and guaranteed to please a crowd. Keep it simple with ketchup and onions, or add cheese and mustard for extra flavour.
They’re great for big gatherings since you can prepare large batches in minutes.

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Onion And Cheese Hotdog Recipe by Lyii G
MY VERSION QUICK AND EASY DELICIOUS CHEESY HOTDOG INSPIRED BY @bbqtvtv.com LOVING IT
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My Real Sausage Hot Dogs. 😁 Recipe by Maureen 😀
Had one for lunch then i needed another good job i had some ectra sausahe and buns left.#Lunch#Hotdogs#snack
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Traditional Parkin Cake 🍰

No Bonfire Night would be complete without a slice of sticky parkin – a traditional Yorkshire ginger cake made with oats, treacle, and golden syrup. It’s rich, chewy, and perfect with a cup of tea.
Bake it a few days ahead for an even deeper flavour.

My Partners Best Yorkshire Parkin Recipe Recipe by kermi
Before i came to yorkshire i didnt even know what parkin was, now i try and get my partner to bake it all the time. OMG the best ever...
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Bonfire Night Desserts 🧁

Everyone will go wild if you hand around a plate of super cute bonfire night cupcakes. Who wouldn’t be impressed by a chocolate spiced cupcake filled with marshmallow fluff, topped with brandy buttercream surrounded by matchmakers!!
If you don’t have time for baking, why not hand around some of the homemade bonfire night toffee. It’s quick to make and sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Bonfire Cupcakes Recipe by Jodie Mann
Bonfire night is soon approaching, and as it’s also the night before my birthday, I always like to celebrate both occasions with something sweet and on-theme! Presenting my warm, spiced chocolate & marshmallowy cupcakes that make a beautiful centrepiece to any autumnal celebrations. #mycookbook #aut…
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Bonfire Toffee Recipe by Samantha
We love bonfire toffee and it’s a great treat all year round.
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Our final dessert suggestion is classic hot chocolate with marshmallows. Give people a mug to warm their hands on, or purchase some handy recyclable cardboard coffee cups if you have a really large gathering. We think the Nutella hot chocolate recipe would be very popular on Bonfire night! Or why not try rich and creamy hot chocolate made with cocoa, milk chocolate, brown sugar and mini marshmallows. Yum!

Nutella Hot Chocolate Recipe by Aiman Ishtiaque
Just when you thought hot chocolate couldn’t get any better. A creamy jar of Nutella takes it to the next level. All you need to do is simmer the Nutella with warm milk, add some sugar, make it a little thick, give it a little stir, and there you have it. The most cosy cup of chocolate and hazelnut …
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Rich And Creamy Hot Chocolate Recipe by Chris Seaton
I love hot chocolate, so here’s one that i sometimes make that i class as like my A**. It’s plain but that’s how I like it. For other options, you could add cinnamon or mint (i like doing it with after eight chocolates). I also drink mine pretty sweet. It’s very adjustably by just simply putting in …
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FAQs

What food is traditional for Bonfire Night?
Classics include jacket potatoes, chilli con carne, parkin cake, toffee apples, and hot chocolate.

What desserts are popular for Bonfire Night?
Parkin, treacle toffee, cupcakes decorated like flames, and hot chocolate with marshmallows are all favourites.

Can I make Bonfire Night food ahead of time?
Yes! Parkin tastes better after a couple of days, and chilli can be made in advance and reheated.

Find more Bonfire night recipes on Cookpad here. We hope you have a great night!