Christmas Dessert Recipes

Creamy cheesecakes, decadent pies, moist cakes and mouthwatering cookies are among our best holiday dessert recipes. More ideas…
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Rebekah Stuber of Bay Laurel Baking Company in Des Moines says her flavor-packed spice cakes always earn the most raves. Her secret to airy cream cheese frosting? Folding in whipped cream. #dessertdishes#dessertideas#dessertrecipes#sweettreats#baking#bakingideas#bakingrecipes Desert Recipes, Ideas, Cake, Muffin, Desserts, Quilts, Cream Frosting, Gingerbread Cake, Gingerbread Cake Recipe
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Rebekah Stuber of Bay Laurel Baking Company in Des Moines says her flavor-packed spice cakes always earn the most raves. Her secret to airy cream cheese frosting? Folding in whipped cream. #dessertdishes#dessertideas#dessertrecipes#sweettreats#baking#bakingideas#bakingrecipes
Use your favorite preserves to whip up a batch of these easy, nostalgic-tasting cookies. Snacks, Dessert, Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies, Best Peanut Butter, Jelly Cookies, Peanut, Best Cookie Recipes
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Use your favorite preserves to whip up a batch of these easy, nostalgic-tasting cookies.
Candy cane-flavor candies make these thumbprint cookies look festive for the holidays. Shortbread, Best Christmas Biscuits, Best Christmas Cookie Recipe, Holiday Cookies, Best Christmas Cookies, Christmas Food Gifts, Chocolate Kiss Cookies, Chocolate Recipes
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Candy cane-flavor candies make these thumbprint cookies look festive for the holidays.
You can make these chewy cookies up to three months ahead of the holidays. Just freeze undipped cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container. Macaroons, Coconut Macaroons, Macaroon Cookies, Chocolate Dipped, Chocolate Hazelnut, Chip Cookies, Gluten Free Chocolate, Coconut
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You can make these chewy cookies up to three months ahead of the holidays. Just freeze undipped cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container.
Dry-roasted peanuts, peanut butter-flavored pieces and peanut butter bring triple flavor to this make-ahead bar cookie. Christmas Recipes, Brownies, Holiday Dessert Recipes, Holiday Desserts, Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes, Dessert Bars, Best Holiday Dessert Recipe
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Dry-roasted peanuts, peanut butter-flavored pieces and peanut butter bring triple flavor to this make-ahead bar cookie.
A festive red maraschino cherry tops each cookie in this recipe, contributed by one of our Midwest Living® editors. Fudge, Pie, Biscuits, Bar Cookies, Cupcakes, Caramel Topping
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A festive red maraschino cherry tops each cookie in this recipe, contributed by one of our Midwest Living® editors.
A festive red maraschino cherry tops each cookie in this recipe, contributed by one of our Midwest Living® editors. Treats, Foods, Yummy Food, Sweet Treats, Favorite Recipes, Yummy
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A festive red maraschino cherry tops each cookie in this recipe, contributed by one of our Midwest Living® editors.
Calling all peanut butter fans! These cookies offer double-the-PB compared to the classic peanut blossom cookie with a chocolate kiss on top. And they couldn't be easier. Scones, Spritz Cookies, Molasses Cookies, Chocolate Peanuts, Shortbread Bites, Chocolate Chunk Cookies
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Calling all peanut butter fans! These cookies offer double-the-PB compared to the classic peanut blossom cookie with a chocolate kiss on top. And they couldn't be easier.
The recipe for these ultra-rich, cinnamon-laced cookies comes from the Fairmont Hotel in Chicago, which hosted a cookie swap. Deserts, Mexican Chocolate, Recetas, International Desserts, Mezcal, Vegan Candies, Yummy Cookies
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The recipe for these ultra-rich, cinnamon-laced cookies comes from the Fairmont Hotel in Chicago, which hosted a cookie swap.
These crisp, airy cookies taste like old-fashioned bakery cookies-but they're decorated in a totally modern way that's fun and so kid-friendly. Decoration, Cookie Decorating, Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies, Christmas Sugar Cookies, Royal Icing Cookies
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These crisp, airy cookies taste like old-fashioned bakery cookies-but they're decorated in a totally modern way that's fun and so kid-friendly.
The secret to perfect lebkuchen is in the resting phase after glazing. An apple wedge in the storage container provides moisture that softens the cookies. Holiday Recipes
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The secret to perfect lebkuchen is in the resting phase after glazing. An apple wedge in the storage container provides moisture that softens the cookies.
Don't be fooled by appearances. This dessert couldn't be easier. Vanilla ice cream, pistachios and crisp purchased meringues match wits with a triple threat of raspberry sorbet, jam and fresh fruit. Frozen Desserts, Fruit, Ice Cream Desserts, Creamy Cheesecake, Frozen Dessert Recipe
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Don't be fooled by appearances. This dessert couldn't be easier. Vanilla ice cream, pistachios and crisp purchased meringues match wits with a triple threat of raspberry sorbet, jam and fresh fruit.
The eggnog flavor in these buttery cutouts comes from nutmeg and rum extract; it's subtle enough to be a pleasant twist on classic holiday sugar cookies without being overpowering. Packaging, Thanksgiving, Sweet, Eggnog, Cookie Swap, Holiday Sugar Cookies
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The eggnog flavor in these buttery cutouts comes from nutmeg and rum extract; it's subtle enough to be a pleasant twist on classic holiday sugar cookies without being overpowering.
Dream about all the ingredients you'd like to see in a dessert, and you'll see why we named this Fantasy Chocolate Pie. This holiday dessert recipe includes three kinds of chocolate pieces (milk chocolate, semisweet and semisweet-and-white-chocolate swirled)-plus coconut, pecans and almonds. Nutella
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Dream about all the ingredients you'd like to see in a dessert, and you'll see why we named this Fantasy Chocolate Pie. This holiday dessert recipe includes three kinds of chocolate pieces (milk chocolate, semisweet and semisweet-and-white-chocolate swirled)-plus coconut, pecans and almonds.
A spiced graham cracker crust and bourbon-infused egg nog filling give these simple bars a delicious holiday twist. The recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie. Flan, Cheesecakes, Cheesecake Bars, Eggnog Cheesecake
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A spiced graham cracker crust and bourbon-infused egg nog filling give these simple bars a delicious holiday twist. The recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie.
In 1985, Cafe Latte in Saint Paul created the Turtle Cake that's still on the menu today. It's a moist, rich, three-layer wonder. The cake layers are dark chocolate frosted with rich fudge and caramel and topped with a generous garnish of giant pecans. Cake Recipes, Cupcake Cakes, Turtle Cake Recipe From Scratch
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In 1985, Cafe Latte in Saint Paul created the Turtle Cake that's still on the menu today. It's a moist, rich, three-layer wonder. The cake layers are dark chocolate frosted with rich fudge and caramel and topped with a generous garnish of giant pecans.
Fanciful pink peppermint frosting and snowy cake layers will brighten any holiday party. To decorate, choose between simple candy adornments (pictured) or whimsical white-chocolate trees. Tart, Holiday Treats
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Fanciful pink peppermint frosting and snowy cake layers will brighten any holiday party. To decorate, choose between simple candy adornments (pictured) or whimsical white-chocolate trees.
We gussied up chocolate cake mix with sour cream and red food coloring for this festive cake. Then, we crowned the holiday dessert with a white chocolate-cream cheese frosting and toasted coconut. Red Velvet, Velvet Cake, Red Velvet Cake, Red Desserts, Holiday Cakes, Cakes
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We gussied up chocolate cake mix with sour cream and red food coloring for this festive cake. Then, we crowned the holiday dessert with a white chocolate-cream cheese frosting and toasted coconut.
With a maple-scented, butter-smooth filling and nutty graham cracker crust, this cheesecake leans toward more adult palates. Top it with drifts of whipped cream and a crown of walnut brittle. Pie Bar, Dessert Recipes
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With a maple-scented, butter-smooth filling and nutty graham cracker crust, this cheesecake leans toward more adult palates. Top it with drifts of whipped cream and a crown of walnut brittle.
Peppermint extract infuses these crisp, buttery cookies with holiday flavor. Choose between slice-and-bake swirls or candy-cane shape cookies. Candy Cane Biscuits, Christmas Food, Christmas Treats, Candy Cane Cookies
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Peppermint extract infuses these crisp, buttery cookies with holiday flavor. Choose between slice-and-bake swirls or candy-cane shape cookies.
You will most likely print this recipe to keep in your favorites stash. With a satisfying crunch to the crust and plenty of PB&J flavor and chocolate chips in the filling, it was a test kitchen favorite. Chocolate Desserts, Chocolate Cream, Meringue Pie Recipes, Decadent Chocolate Desserts, Chocolate Cream Pie, Decadent Chocolate
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You will most likely print this recipe to keep in your favorites stash. With a satisfying crunch to the crust and plenty of PB&J flavor and chocolate chips in the filling, it was a test kitchen favorite.
You will most likely print this recipe to keep in your favorites stash. With a satisfying crunch to the crust and plenty of PB&J flavor and chocolate chips in the filling, it was a test kitchen favorite. Inspiration, Country, Sweet Tarts
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You will most likely print this recipe to keep in your favorites stash. With a satisfying crunch to the crust and plenty of PB&J flavor and chocolate chips in the filling, it was a test kitchen favorite.
These cookies are easier than they look -make one batch of dough, divide it in half, and blend cocoa into one portion and crushed candy canes and peppermint extract into the other. Chicago, Pasta, Special Occasion, Christmas Deserts, Christmas Desserts, Xmas Cookies
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These cookies are easier than they look -make one batch of dough, divide it in half, and blend cocoa into one portion and crushed candy canes and peppermint extract into the other.
Polvorones are Mexico's crispy, airy answer to shortbread (you may know them as Mexican wedding cookies). Cracker Toffee, Churro, Candies
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Polvorones are Mexico's crispy, airy answer to shortbread (you may know them as Mexican wedding cookies).
Caramels made in the microwave? Absolutely! And the only gear you need is a candy thermometer. Be sure to use coarse salt so it doesn't melt into the candies. Chocolates, Winter, Sea Salt Caramel, Sea Salt, Butter Mints, Salted Caramels
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Caramels made in the microwave? Absolutely! And the only gear you need is a candy thermometer. Be sure to use coarse salt so it doesn't melt into the candies.
Fanciful Raspberry Ribbons: These festive "bake-and-slice" cookies look stunning on a tray of holiday desserts. Sweets, Raspberry Jam, Raspberry Desserts, Raspberry Recipes Dessert
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Fanciful Raspberry Ribbons: These festive "bake-and-slice" cookies look stunning on a tray of holiday desserts.
Triple Peanut Butter Streusel Bars: Dry-roasted peanuts, peanut butter-flavored pieces and peanut butter bring triple flavor to this make-ahead bar cookie.
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Triple Peanut Butter Streusel Bars: Dry-roasted peanuts, peanut butter-flavored pieces and peanut butter bring triple flavor to this make-ahead bar cookie.
Eggnog Sugar Cookies: The eggnog flavor in these buttery cutouts comes from nutmeg and rum extract; it's subtle enough to be a pleasant twist on classic holiday sugar cookies without being overpowering. The recipe comes from the Fairmont Hotel in downtown Chicago, which hosts an annual cookie swap.
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Eggnog Sugar Cookies: The eggnog flavor in these buttery cutouts comes from nutmeg and rum extract; it's subtle enough to be a pleasant twist on classic holiday sugar cookies without being overpowering. The recipe comes from the Fairmont Hotel in downtown Chicago, which hosts an annual cookie swap.
Orange-Ginger Cookie Sandwiches: A round cookie cutter with scalloped edges makes a nice shape for these cookies, but bell, tree or star cutters would also be good choices for the holidays. Nice, Sandwiches, Christmas Baking
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Orange-Ginger Cookie Sandwiches: A round cookie cutter with scalloped edges makes a nice shape for these cookies, but bell, tree or star cutters would also be good choices for the holidays.
Mindy Segal's Chocolate Chip Cookies: These to-die-for cookies use special chocolate and two kinds of salt, and they call for an overnight chill-and you can absolutely taste the difference. Because of the expense and time involved, we don't recommend them for any old weekend, but they are incredible for a gift or other special occasion. The recipe comes from Chicago chef Mindy Segal's cookbook Cookie Love. Chocolate Chips, Best Chocolate Chip Cookie, Best Chocolate, Sugar Sugar
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Mindy Segal's Chocolate Chip Cookies: These to-die-for cookies use special chocolate and two kinds of salt, and they call for an overnight chill-and you can absolutely taste the difference. Because of the expense and time involved, we don't recommend them for any old weekend, but they are incredible for a gift or other special occasion. The recipe comes from Chicago chef Mindy Segal's cookbook Cookie Love.