Sorry, it’s just not possible to do all the holiday baking on a boat that you may have done on land. But that doesn’t meant you don’t have plenty of fun options. Here are a few ideas for making holiday treats without stress.
Summary
If you try to recreate every holiday baking tradition on your cruising boat, you’ll be miserable. With less counter space and a smaller oven, massive baking projects are off the table. Luckily, there are some easy adaptations you can make. They will allow you to enjoy a festive holiday without frustration.
First, make bars instead of individual cookies. You may even be able to use your existing cookie recipes with a few adjustments. Next, consider no-bake options as a way to get around your smaller oven. Also, recipes that use oil instead of butter will be easier to mix by hand. Consider ways to decorate treats without icing. And finally, give shortbread a try. They’re adaptable, delicious, and fun to decorate.
For more specifics on making holiday treats on a boat, listen to the full podcast or, if you prefer to read, check out Baking Holiday Treats on a Boat.
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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig
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Carolyn Shearlock has lived aboard full-time for 17 years, splitting her time between a Tayana 37 monohull and a Gemini 105 catamaran. She’s cruised over 14,000 miles, from Pacific Mexico and Central America to Florida and the Bahamas, gaining firsthand experience with the joys and challenges of life on the water.
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