Bonfire Night Treat Ideas with Lottie Shaw’s Seriously Good Treats 

As the nights draw in and fireworks light up the sky, Bonfire Night is the perfect excuse to gather with family and friends around a roaring fire. Alongside sparklers and the crackle of flames, nothing completes the evening like seriously good treats. If you're looking for bonfire night food ideas that are traditional, indulgent and utterly delicious, Lottie Shaw’s has you covered. 

Yorkshire Parkin – A Traditional Bonfire Treat 

No Bonfire Night celebration is complete without our signature Yorkshire Parkin. This sticky, rich, treacle-and-oat delight is a traditional Bonfire Night treat, baked to perfection in Yorkshire for generations. Its warming flavour and comforting texture make it the ultimate bake to enjoy while watching the fireworks. 

Parkin Pigs – A Sweet Tradition with a Historical Twist 

For a playful and historical twist, try our Gingerbread Parkin Pigs. These gingerbread biscuits, shaped like pigs, are a beloved part of Yorkshire's Bonfire Night celebrations. The tradition dates back to the early 19th century, when families would bake these treats to enjoy during their "Plot Night" festivities, a precursor to modern Bonfire Night. The pig shape is symbolic, representing prosperity and good fortune for the coming year. 

In Yorkshire, it's common to use a Parkin pig cutter passed down through generations, a cherished family heirloom that adds a personal touch to the baking process. These cutters are often used to create pig-shaped biscuits, which are then enjoyed by families around the bonfire. 

Finger Food for Bonfire Night Gatherings 

For easy sharing by the fire, our individually wrapped flapjacks and biscuits are perfect. These finger food for Bonfire Night treats are fuss-free, easy to grab, and packed with Yorkshire flavour – ideal for little hands holding sparklers or grown-ups balancing a hot drink. 

Creative Twists on Classics 

Add a twist to tradition by pairing our best selling Yorkshire Parkin Biscuits with toffee-dipped apple slices. The spiced crunch of the biscuit combined with sweet, sticky caramel and fresh apple creates a playful nod to the classic toffee apple. 

Drinks to Warm the Night 

Keep the chill at bay with warming drinks that make your Bonfire Night treats even more indulgent. Try topping Hot Chocolate with our handmade Milk Chocolate & Yorkshire Parkin Buttons for a creamy, melty treat that complements Parkin or flapjacks perfectly. Mulled cider, spiced apple juice or hot chocolate served alongside your treats makes for the ultimate cosy combination. 

✨ Hosting Tip: Create a cosy Bonfire Night spread with boards of biscuits, baskets of flapjacks and Parkin Pigs, and flasks of steaming drinks. It’ll be the heart of your celebrations.