Last Updated on December 12, 2024
Knock the socks off of your holiday guests this year when you make any of these 8 festive desserts.
Saltine Cracker Toffee
Trust us, these will be the first to go when family comes into town. If you’re not a fan of the sweet and salty combo, these can be made with graham crackers, too!
Kahlua Pecan Pie
There’s no denying that the pecan pie is staple for both Thanksgiving and Christmas, but for those of us that might be tired of the same ol’ same ol’, this Kahlua Pecan Pie is speaking our language.
Double Chocolate Black Forest Gateau
If you’re trying to win the award for best presentation, there’s no contest: You must make this Double Chocolate Black Forest Gateau. In an unexpected holiday twist, this divine cake swaps the traditionally used cranberries in favor of cherries.
Christmas tree cupcake toppers
You do have to make these tree toppers in advance but you don’t have to spend more than 15 minutes constructing them, which is a win in our book.
Cranberry gingersnap pie
The showstopper of this list is a stunning cranberry gingersnap pie. Make your own gingersnap crust or substitute for a store bought graham cracker crust. Top with mint leaves or thyme and sugar-coated cranberries.
Peppermint chocolate chip cookies
Spread some holiday cheer when you dress up traditional chocolate chip cookies for Christmas by using peppermint and white chocolate chips.
Snowball cookies
A unique holiday treat that would even work for Valentine’s Day, these peppermint snowball cookies will be a hit with kids and adults, alike!
White chocolate cranberry bundt cake
Any recipe that calls for three sticks of butter is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Try out this white chocolate cranberry bundt cake.
