Deliciously Easy Recipes
Sweet, crumbly lemon cookie bars with a perfect balance of sweet and citrusy, are a great sweet snack for Christmas.
Lemon desserts work really nicely after a nice hearty and filling Christmas dinner – they are refreshing, subtly sweet, and simply delicious.
View postWhen I entertain during the holiday season I love putting together a holiday cookie platter or a dessert tray with all sorts of different sweets. These rum balls are a necessary addition every year.
While many cookies take a bit of time to bake (and decorate), these little no-bake boozy treats come together in no time. And they’re always a hit!
View postEveryone has their favorite flavors that they seek out or that are their comfort at any given time of the year and I think I probably speak for a lot of us when I say that peppermint is that wintertime flavor I can’t get enough of. That’s why I decided to make this pretty peppermint poke cake.
For me, this cake just exudes holiday cheer with its bright white topping speckled with vibrant red peppermint candies. And the cake itself has just enough peppermint extract that’s balanced by the creamy mellowness of white chocolate in the pudding and the cake.
There are tons of different kinds of traditional cookies that I like to make during the holidays. However, one of my favorites to bake and serve are these gorgeous stained glass cookies.
These cookies look absolutely amazing and definitely give the impression that you spent a lot of time in the kitchen. Yet, they’re actually fairly simple and come together relatively quickly.
View postI love a seasonal cookie and these peppermint snowball cookies are just thing to fulfill that craving, whether it’s for Christmas or just cold weather.
They’re so pretty with their bright white and powdery coating. But then when you bite into them they have all of the minty flavor of the season.
View postI often start my day with savory breakfast food but there’s something about the holiday season that makes me want to indulge in something sweet like breakfast pastries in the morning. These raspberry pastry twists are a crafty compromise — they’re definitely sweet, but the airiness of the puffed pastry makes them feel like a lighter option.
While I do like to indulge in these myself, I also love making them for a crowd. Not only are they tasty, but they also make for a beautiful presentation on the table whether it’s for breakfast or dessert.
View postIs there anything that says “holiday time” more than a perfectly prepared plate of Christmas cookies? The best part of a well-made tray of cookies is in the variety from the traditional to the newly created versions — these Linzer cookies are a must to add to your cookie presentation.
Linzer cookies are, indeed, a traditional style cookie but their intricate aesthetic may make them seem less approachable to a novice baker. Trust me, though, these are way easier to make than they seem.
View postOnce the Christmas songs come on, I’m excited for all of the holiday desserts, even the store-bought ones. One of my favorites to see on the shelves inspired this Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip.
Little Debbie knows how to make a popular snack cake or two, and this particular one doesn’t disappoint. Their Christmas tree cakes are so festive and adorable just as they are but I couldn’t resist making another dessert with them.
Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies are a cute cut-out cookie treat for all your gluten-free friends. Gluten Free Sugar Cookies are tasty too!
Get ready for a holiday treat that everyone at your table can enjoy – Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies. These cookies are as delightful to look at as they are to eat, with their festive shapes and colorful decorations.
Imagine a sweet, buttery cookie with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture, all dressed up in bright icings and sparkly sprinkles.
View postReindeer Oreo Balls are a cute no-bake holiday treat that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. Fun for parties, potlucks, and more.
Hey there, holiday bakers! Are you ready to add some whimsy and joy to your festive dessert table? Let me introduce you to the delightful Reindeer Oreo Balls. These charming treats are not just adorable to look at but also a blast to make and eat!
Imagine bite-sized Oreo truffles, dressed up like little reindeer with pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and a bright red nose. They’re perfect for holiday gatherings, Christmas parties, or just as a fun baking project with the family.
View postIf you’ve never heard of buckeye candies (or buckeye balls), let me tell you — they are extremely popular in the midwestern states in the US, particularly in Ohio. These delicious buckeye cookies beautifully emulate the original treat.
The original candies are made to look like buckeye nuts, largely dark in color (from the chocolate) but with a bit of brown (from the circle of peanut butter) exposed. These cookies look very similar.
View postKeto Fudge is a delicious holiday treat made with cream cheese. It is a great low-carb alternative to traditional holiday fudge recipes. Tastes so good, you’ll never know it’s sugar-free.
Are you looking for a delicious and indulgent keto dessert that will help you stick to your diet? Look no further than this keto fudge!
It’s easy to make, and it’s perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings. Plus, it’s low in carbs and sugar-free, so you can indulge without feeling guilty. Not to mention that it works like a fat bomb, so it keeps your macros in check!
View postRed Velvet Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies are soft and chewy and so easy to make with just 5 ingredients. Plus, there’s no chill time required! Perfect for Christmas – everyone loves them!
Wanna know a little secret? You can make delicious cookies from cake mix. Yep, that box of cake mix in your pantry can be transformed into something even more magical than cake.
These red velvet crinkle cookies are easy to make and taste amazing. Plus, they’re perfect for Christmas cookie exchanges! They are a crowd favorite – so be sure to make a double batch.
View postDecadent chocolate chip chocolate pound cake infused with loads of chocolate flavor. Moist crumb, bouncy cake texture, and heaps of melty chocolate chips inside.
If you love traditional pound cake, this recipe is like that but on steroids because we have not just double, but triple chocolate flavor: we have cocoa powder and chocolate chips in the cake batter, and we have rich creamy chocolate glaze on top of the cake (the best part of the cake, of course, especially if you ask children).
View postDelicious shortbread cookies loaded with mini chocolate chips, walnuts & salty potato chips make these Buttery Walnut Potato Chip Cookies the BEST EVER!
It’s the cookie-baking season! I’m so excited to be jumping on board with 49 other bloggers to bring Taste the USA: Idaho Edition. All 50 of us are bringing you cookies inspired by the state where we live.
Because I live in Idaho, I, of course, had to incorporate what Idaho is known for, the potato into these Buttery Walnut Potato Chip Cookies. Funny enough, I think I heard that Oregon & Washington actually produces more potatoes than Idaho.
This post was originally written in 2016. It has since been updated with additional images and FAQs.
View postPeppermint Cookies are easy to make, loaded with white chocolate chips, peppermint bark, and peppermint crunch baking chips. They are soft and chewy and are the perfect holiday treat for peppermint lovers everywhere.
Calling all peppermint lovers! Do you love the taste and smell of peppermint? Then you’re going to love these cookies! They’re easy to make, and they’ll leave your kitchen smelling heavenly.
Plus, they’re perfect for Christmas or any other wintertime celebration. Enjoy!
Sugar Cookie Bars are easy to make, frosted, and decorated with sprinkles. They are super soft and chewy, just like your favorite holiday sugar cookie recipe.
Do you love sugar cookies, but don’t want to spend all night rolling and cutting them out? Then you need to try these sugar cookie bars!
They’re easy to make and fun to customize with your favorite frosting and sprinkles. Plus, they’re the perfect size for a quick snack or dessert. Enjoy!
View postMicrowave Peanut Brittle is one of the quickest and easiest holiday candy recipes with a taste just like grandma’s classic recipe you grew up with.
Looking for a fun and easy Christmas recipe? Why not try microwave peanut brittle? This tasty treat is simple to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Plus, it’s a great way to use up any leftover peanuts you might have lying around. Give it a try!
While this is, admittedly, pretty far from a traditional version of a salad, raspberry pretzel salad is a Midwestern staple that wows guests every time.
With a salty pretzel crust, a sweet cream cheese filling, and a fruit-filled jello top layer, this raspberry jello salad is more like a pie than it is a salad. But it has fruit, so who needs to question it, right?
View postI often love to bake desserts that are decadent but once in a while I like something lighter with fruit flavor. This stained glass jello fits the bill for that — plus it has the pretties of presentations.
It’s easy to just pull a box of jello out of the cabinet and whip it up and let it set but this version, with it’s different colors and layers, is perfect for a special occasion. I like to use the green and the red to make a Christmas jello for the holiday season, but you can adjust for any event you’re making it for.
View postAre you on the naughty or nice list this year? You may find out if you make this Christmas coal — see who sneaks it into your stocking!
The tradition of coal being placed in a stocking for those on the naughty list is a story referred to each holiday season. Before the Elf on the Shelf, we had to consider the possibility of pieces of coal in our stockings on Christmas morning from St. Nicholas.
The holiday season can be filled with tons of complicated or time-consuming desserts — while they’re often worth the effort, sometimes I want something sweet and simple. This Christmas puppy chow is an easy recipe full of sweet and salty flavor and crunchy texture.
Some people call it reindeer food or Christmas muddy buddies (or even Christmas crack), and there are plenty of other names for this sweet treat. All I call it is delicious!
Puppy chow is typically just a sweet snack mix but this recipe is the Christmas version. Cereal pieces, pretzels, and a chocolate peanut butter mixture are covered with confectioner’s sugar and mixed with fun Christmas-colored candy — it’s the perfect treat for the holidays.
This recipe for cranberry cake is a perfect holiday dessert. Perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas. It’s so moist, rich, and decadent, you’ll be dreaming about it all year long.
Are you looking for a festive dessert to make for your upcoming holiday party? Why not try this delicious cranberry cake? It’s the perfect blend of sweet and tart, and it’s sure to please everyone.
Plus, it’s easy to make, so you can focus on enjoying your party. So what are you waiting for? Try this cranberry cake today!
Easy pineapple upside-down cake packed with buttery and vanilla flavors and tender crumb and crowned with canned pineapple slices and maraschino cherries.
With upside-down cakes we work in the opposite direction: we lay down the toppings first, and cover it with cake batter, but once the cake is baked, we flip it. And the bottom becomes the top of the cake – easy, stunning, genius!
View postSuper easy rolo pretzel bites for Christmas snacks and gifts with salty pretzels, sweet Rolo candies, M&M candies, and holiday sprinkles.
Every year the holiday season makes our to-do list grow exponentially day by day. We need simple gifts for school teachers and parents, colleagues, and loads of snacks for kids and visiting family. Our hands are full!
View postChristmas time is synonymous with cookie time, right? There’s no time of year when I get more excited to get in the kitchen and bake some cookies and these cornflake Christmas cornflake wreaths are one of my favorites to make.
With simple ingredients you can grab at the grocery store, this recipe couldn’t be more convenient and yet it’s such a spectacular presentation on any holiday table.
While I love to make pies and cakes during the holidays, I prefer handheld treats for holiday parties and gatherings. These peppermint Oreo balls and the perfect festive no-bake treat for any event.
With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up some of the prettiest peppermint truffles that will be a beautiful addition to your holiday dessert table. Their bright white coating speckled with red and white peppermint candy pieces will put anyone in the holiday spirit.
This delicious honey bun cake starts with a box of yellow cake mix, has moist soft crumb, sweet and crunchy cinnamon, and brown sugar filling, and is covered with sweet vanilla glaze. It is a twist on the classic honey bun swirls.
How many honey buns can you eat at once? It should be a competition somewhere on the planet. Oh wait…it is! There is even a World Guinness Record.
View postWhen the holiday season sets in, I love settling down in front of some Christmas movies from the tried-and-true classics and the comedies to the popular animated ones like my favorite, How The Grinch Stole Christmas. That’s the inspiration behind these Grinch Christmas cookies.
So many of the top Christmas tales revolve around the evolution of compassion during the holidays but few are as explicit as Dr. Seuss’ tale in which the Grinch’s heart grew three sizes. The animation of his growing bright red heart against the backdrop of his bright green fur can’t help but stick in your head!
When the holiday season arrives I am all about baking beautiful desserts to serve at home or take to parties. These cranberry cupcakes are always one the prettiest desserts on my holiday spread.
They look delicate and simple with their white cake and buttercream icing but the sparkly cranberry on top makes them special. Plus, when you bite into them there’s the surprise of more cranberry flavor as well as white chocolatey goodness.
While they can be consumed any time of year, gingersnap cookies are my favorite to make in the fall — and well into the holiday season. The crisp autumnal weather calls for a cookie with a similar snap that brings all of the warmth to the table — this gingersnap recipe does just that.
The impending onset of the holiday season always calls for whipping up a chocolate chip cookie recipe, of course. But I can’t help but be in love with the idea of having these snappy cookies with their rich molasses flavor as soon as the leaves start to fall all the way through until the final winter frost.
These easy caramel apple pretzel bites with peanuts and chocolate are tasty treats for parties, as an after-school snack, or as gifts, and come together in no time. They are a fun way to make apple season into a simple treat.
If you love caramel apples but would rather not go through the hassle, I have cool apple treats for you. These pretzel bites combine salty crunchy pretzels with sweet caramel candy, apple pieces, nuts, and melted chocolate.
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