This Christmas, make desserts that even Santa won’t forget! These festive treats go beyond the usual holiday fare, offering a mix of classic flavors and creative twists that are sure to leave a lasting impression. From decadent cakes to whimsical cookies, these desserts are perfect for sharing with loved ones—or leaving out for a very special guest.
S´Mores Cookies
These s'mores cookies put a fun, tasty twist on your regular chocolate chip cookies! Made with decadent dark chocolate, gooey marshmallows, and sweet graham cracker crumbs, they are a family favorite that you will want to make over and over again!
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Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies
Making pecan chocolate chip cookies is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to celebrate the fall flavors we love! Luxurious chocolate chip cookies loaded with pecans, cinnamon, brown butter, and brown sugar make the cookies wonderfully rich yet very well-balanced in sweetness with added sea salt. These cookies are chewy on the outside and gooey on the inside, with deep chocolate and nutty flavors.
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Tiramisu Brownies
If you've ever struggled to choose between tiramisu or fudge brownies for dessert, these tiramisu brownies will make your life much easier! This mouthwatering treat offers the best of both worlds, combining decadent, homemade brownies topped with a smooth, elegant tiramisu layer. After one bite, you'll never look at tiramisu or chocolate brownies the same way again!
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Chocolate Salami
Salami and chocolate might not be the first pairing that comes to mind, but this no-bake chocolate salami recipe will change that! Don't worry—there's no actual salami involved. Instead, you'll find a mouthwatering mix of rich dark chocolate, crushed tea cookies, citrusy orange zest, and crunchy chopped nuts, all rolled into a delicious package that the whole family will love!
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Lemon Crinkle Cookies
These lemon crinkle cookies have a naturally sweet lemon flavor and a beautiful appearance that will brighten your dessert table any time of the year! Made with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest and coated in two layers of sugar, they are a hit for all ages and all seasons!
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Star Bread
For a festive treat to bring the family together during Christmas, you will want to have this easy star bread recipe handy! This delicious cinnamon bread is not just tasty but also eye-catching, with an impressive star shape, tender, buttery dough, and warm cinnamon sugar filling. It will surely be the highlight of the dessert table!
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Tiramisu Cookies
These delicious, coffee-flavored tiramisu cookies are the perfect after-dinner treat, dessert table addition, or compliment to your morning cup of coffee. A delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, this easy tiramisu cookie recipe combines espresso powder and sweet mascarpone frosting topped with cocoa powder.
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Danish Butter Cookies
For a simple yet flavorful dessert or snack that the whole family will love, these buttery and soft Danish butter cookies (also known as Danish biscuits) will not disappoint! Using the same six ingredients from the classic Royal Dansk Danish cookies in the blue tin that many know and love.
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Eggnog Tres Leches Cake
Rich, creamy, and bursting with eggnog-y goodness, this eggnog tres leches cake is a festive twist on a favorite classic. While this recipe makes a snack cake-friendly 8" x 8" cake, be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom for other size options, including sheet cakes and cupcakes.
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Christmas Lasagna
Serve up the holiday cheer with this colorful Christmas Lasagna — a decadent dessert lasagna with layers of cookies, cheesecake, and pudding!
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Gingerbread Biscotti
Take the classic beloved biscotti and give it a holiday twist with these warm and cozy gingerbread flavors. These twice-baked cookies are crispy and crunchy, spiced and satisfying, and ready to take a dip in your coffee mug this Christmas. My gingerbread biscotti recipe is great for Christmas cookie trays or cookie exchanges.
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Mini Berry Ripple Cheesecake Pavlovas
Mini pavlovas are a beautiful dessert option for any celebration. These cute mini versions of the classic are swirled with berry puree before baking, then dolloped with a velvety cheesecake topping for an elevated twist on regular whipped cream. Top with your favorite mixed berries for the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert that’s easier to make than you’d think.
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Nanaimo Bars
Nanaimo bars are classic no-bake 3 layered Canadian bar cookies with a crumbly chocolate coconut base, creamy vanilla buttercream center, and crisp chocolate top.
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Eggnog Blondies
These delectable blondies have the classic, familiar eggnog taste that your mom and dad fondly remember, and your kids will come to love! Sharing a plate of eggnog blondies around the fireplace after dinner will be your new favorite Christmas tradition.
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Gingerbread Brownies
These Gingerbread Brownies have soft and chewy gingerbread cookies layered into fudgy chocolate brownies! They're perfectly gooey and so flavorful!
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Chocolate Orange Truffle Pie w/ Gingersnap Crust
This chocolate orange truffle pie is amazing! It tastes just like Christmas—spicy gingersnap crust, dark chocolate truffle layer, and rich orange chocolate mousse topped with lightly whipped cream. It’s silky smooth, and the flavors are unreal! And you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple it is to whip up!
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No-Bake Gingerbread Pie
Get ahead of the busy Christmas season with this make-ahead No Bake Gingerbread Pie in a speculoos cookie crust with homemade whipped cream. Made without Cool Whip!
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Candy Cane Pie
You'll love this No Bake Candy Cane Pie that's made with cream cheese, real peppermint, and crushed candy canes on an Oreo cookie crust. It's the perfect peppermint pie recipe for the holiday season!
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Billy Miner Pie
The BEST Billy Miner Pie recipe for a copycat version of The Keg’s famous dessert. A mocha ice cream cake on an Oreo crumb crust, topped with sliced almonds. Then drizzled with hot fudge and caramel sauce.
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Cranberry Tart Pie
Cranberry Curd Tart will make a striking addition to your holiday dessert table. Made with fresh cranberries, orange juice, and a graham cracker crust. It can easily be made gluten-free with an almond or hazelnut crust.
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