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Christmas Desserts: 16 Easy And Tasty Recipes For The Holidays

16 Holiday Desserts That Deserve Your Time
Terri Coles
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The holidays are a very dessert-focused time of the year — not that we’re complaining, of course.

That said, it can be hard to keep up with all the requests for cookies for your child's classroom, treats for the fundraising bake sale at work, and homemade edibles for family and friends. We're here to show you how you can balance your desire to make show-stopper desserts while using very little of your precious time.

These 16 desserts include cookies, cakes, fudge, and a variety of other delicious treats. They’re also easy to make — some have just a handful of ingredients and others don’t require any baking (yes, no baking!). As a bonus, many of these recipes aren't just delicious, but they also make lovely low-cost homemade gifts.

Remember to keep a few treats for yourself!

16 Christmas Dessert Recipes
Chocolate Pomegranate Ginger Bark(01 of16)
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This festive-looking bark has delicious bursts of fruit flavour from the pomegranate arils and a ginger taste so evocative of Christmas. Get the recipe from Baking and Design here.
Pumpkin Pie In A Mug(02 of16)
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You can have the flavours of a full dessert even if you’re just a party of two (or one!). This mug pie is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree — you know, the one you still have sitting around in your fridge. Get the recipe from The Kitchn here.
Sugar Cookies(03 of16)
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What would the holidays be without classic sugar cookies? Get the recipe from Pastry Affair here.And if you need more sugar cookies, folks, we have 20 ideas right here!
White Chocolate Pretzels(04 of16)
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These easy pretzels look great served in a bowl at a party, or packaged in a mason jar with a pretty label as a homemade holiday gift. Get the recipe from Southern Girl Ramblings here.
Crispy Balls(05 of16)
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Make this fun twist on classic Rice Krispies treats, filled with marshmallow.Get the recipe from Moni Meals here.
Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies(06 of16)
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Crinkle cookies are a holiday classic, but giving them a red velvet flavour adds some festive colour to your table. Get the recipe from A Helicopter Mom here.
Gingerbread Cookies(07 of16)
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It’s not Christmas without gingerbread! This recipe is simple and the kids can help with it too! Get the recipe from SNAP! here.
Peppermint Patties(08 of16)
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Minty flavours are so refreshing when the weather is brisk, and these easy peppermint patties are no exception. They’re also a great gift when packaged in a small tin. Get the recipe from Mom On Timeout here.
No-Bake White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake(09 of16)
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These individual desserts look much more complicated to make than they actually are — remember, no baking required! Get the recipe from A Family Feast here.
Cranberry Orange Bread(10 of16)
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This colourful bread is great with dinner, with a bit of ice cream on the side, or perfect for Christmas brunch. It also freezes well, so you can make it now and have it ready when you need it in December. Get the recipe from Deliciously Sprinkled here.
Reindeer Chow(11 of16)
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This sweet and crunchy snack mix is perfect to serve at a Christmas cocktail mixer. Get the recipe from The Penny Wise Mama here.
Peanut Butter Pumpkin Fudge(12 of16)
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It might sound like a a strange flavour combination, but this rich fudge will make you a believer. Get the recipe from Crazy for Crust here.
Layered Christmas Jello Salad(13 of16)
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Make this fun dessert even fancier with a dollop of whipped cream and colourful sprinkles. Get the recipe from The Mother Huddle here.
Pumpkin Molasses Cookies(14 of16)
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These cookies have the perfect spice you’d expect from molasses cookies, with none of the gluten. Get the recipe from the Pretty Bee here.
Peppermint Fudge(15 of16)
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This pretty fudge makes a great gift for neighbours or teachers, and requires just three ingredients. Get the recipe from What's Cooking Love? here.
Gingerbread Cheesecake Bites(16 of16)
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Made with just four ingredients, eating one is simply not enough! Get the recipe from Created By Diane here.

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