Young people are abandoning mince pies for loaded fries as global-inspired and plant-based dishes gain favour this Christmas.
A poll of 2,000 people who celebrate Christmas also found two thirds of those born between 1997 and 2012 believe their Christmas dinner should be Instagram-worthy.
Brussels sprouts and bread sauce are also falling out of favour with the Gen Z youngsters.
When it comes to traditional favourites, 54 per cent of Gen Z and their older counterparts, millennials, believe traditional Christmas dishes should include a modern twist to remain relevant. Fifty-six per cent of these two groups described festive classics, such as Christmas pudding, as “dated”.
Julie Ashfield, managing director of buying at Aldi, which commissioned the research, said: “We’re aware that tastes are evolving, so whether you want turkey and all the trimmings, or loaded fries and pizza for Christmas, we have something for everyone.
“This Christmas, we’re launching a Christmas Pudding Exchange Service to help customers end their meal with a dessert they love.”
The most popular cuisines Gen Z would like to see influence their Christmas meal are American foods such as loaded fries (29 per cent), African-inspired dishes (26 per cent) and Chinese food (20 per cent).
And when it comes to pudding, youngsters would love cheesecake (33 per cent), chocolate gateau (29 per cent), and ice cream (25 per cent) to be served up.
However, 61 per cent of Gen Z reckon they’re still likely to see their parents dish up a Christmas pudding this year though, even if they think no one likes it.
Despite this, the research shows single portions of Christmas puddings are becoming more popular, with the supermarket forecasting to sell over 2.3 million this year.
Dietary restrictions
It also emerged the main reasons all Christmas revellers would like to change up their traditional dinner is to fit personal taste preferences better (34 per cent).
Around a quarter (27 per cent) would mix things up to be more inclusive for dietary restrictions, while 26 per cent want a more exciting or adventurous meal.
But two-thirds (67 per cent) of Gen Z reckon it’s important that their Christmas dinner is Instagram-worthy.
