Christmas Favorites

Discover the best homemade candy recipes, including fudge, chocolate bark, peanut brittle, truffles, and easy no-bake sweets perfect for holidays, gifts, and everyday treats.

These Almond Joy coconut balls are a no-bake candy made with sweet coconut, chopped almonds, and a rich chocolate coating. An easy homemade treat perfect for Christmas trays and gifting.

Soft chocolate whoopie pies made from cake mix, filled with creamy buttercream and rolled in crushed peppermint chips. A festive, easy holiday dessert!

Mint M&M brownie cookies made with a boxed brownie mix are soft, fudgy, and packed with minty chocolate flavor. A quick, easy cookie recipe perfect for any occasion.

These Peppermint Bark Brownies are made with a boxed brownie mix, chopped Andes mints, and a crisp peppermint bark topping. An easy, festive chocolate dessert perfect for holidays, parties, and cookie trays.

Need fast New Year’s Eve appetizers or simple desserts? These quick, delicious party foods come together in minutes and are perfect for ringing in the New Year!

Soft, fluffy Snowball Cheesecake Cookies made with cream cheese, coconut, and cream cheese baking chips. A winter-perfect cookie rolled in powdered sugar and inspired by my Golden Girls Cheesecake Cookies.

Fun and festive Grinch-themed treats made easy! This Christmas roundup includes Grinch cookies, bars, popcorn, Rice Krispie treats, and more—perfect for parties and last-minute holiday baking.

Soft, buttery, and full of classic sugar cookie flavor, these Sugar Cookie Cupcakes are everything you love about a sugar cookie—only fluffier.

Buttery snickerdoodle cookie bars topped with a rich, maple-sweet pecan pie filling — all the cozy flavors of pecan pie on a soft cookie base.

Soft, buttery cookie bars topped with swirls of marshmallow buttercream, crushed peppermint, and a drizzle of chocolate—these Peppermint Bark Cookie Bars taste like Christmas in every bite.

These cookies are thick, chewy, deeply chocolatey, gently minty inside, and finished with a bold peppermint kiss on top—pure winter perfection.

Soft, dreamy vanilla cookies loaded with marshmallow bits and hot cocoa morsels—just the kind of melt-in-your-mouth treat you’d expect Mrs. Claus to bake at the North Pole. Perfect for Christmas cookie trays and holiday gifting!

These Hot Cocoa Cupcakes are rich, cozy, and full of nostalgic flavor! Made with hot cocoa mix, filled with marshmallow fluff, and topped with chocolate marshmallow buttercream, they taste just like a mug of hot cocoa—only better.

This easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie is rich, creamy, and loaded with peanut butter flavor. Make it in minutes with simple ingredients — the perfect crowd-pleasing dessert for any occasion!

Soft and chewy M&M cookies made with mini chocolate chips and festive colorful candies. A quick, easy cookie everyone loves!

Get into the holiday spirit with these fun “This or That” Christmas baking questions! Let's spark conversations, and explore festive favorites in the 25 days leading up to Christmas!

This easy Apple Upside-Down Cake starts with a white cake mix and bakes up beautifully in a cast iron skillet or a regular pan. Warm, caramelized, and delicious!

Bake up holiday cheer with this collection of 100+ Christmas cookie recipes! From classic favorites to new festive treats, there’s something for every cookie lover.

Rich, chewy, and bursting with cool peppermint flavor — these dark chocolate cookies are everything you love about a winter night wrapped in one sweet bite. Perfect for gifting, cookie exchanges, or leaving out for Santa!

Looking for simple homemade Christmas gifts? These baked treats are perfect for gifting! From cookies to candy, find easy recipes that make holiday giving extra sweet.

Bake your way through 25 Christmas dessert recipes for 2025—featuring cookies, cakes, candies, and holiday favorites to sweeten your table.

This Easy Pumpkin Pound Cake (from a cake mix) is dense, moist, and bursting with cozy fall spices—perfect with coffee, tea, or as a holiday dessert.

This cozy sourdough loaf is packed with cinnamon, fresh apples, sweet Craisins, and crunchy toasted pecans. A warm, flavorful bread perfect for fall mornings, holiday brunches, or anytime comfort baking.

If you’re looking for a quick, yeasted sourdough pull-apart roll to make for dinner tonight, I’ve got you covered! This recipe starts with an active starter but incorporates a packet of instant yeast for a quick rise.

Whip up these easy Three Ingredient Scones made with pie filling! With just self-rising flour, heavy cream, and your favorite canned fruit filling, you can have tender, flavorful scones ready in minutes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

If you love the light, crisp texture of a flaky puff pastry but you’re also a fan of that creamy Nutella goodness, you’re going to flip over this simple recipe!

If you love a great Rice Krispie treat but you’re celebrating the Christmas season, you can really bring the cheer with these delightful little edible ornaments! 

If you love light, crisp cream horns but you’re in the mood for chocolate, this is the recipe for you! You’re going to flip over these simple chocolate cream horns!

Discover the best dry mix cookie recipes that turn pantry basics into crowd-pleasing treats. These easy favorites are perfect for busy bakers who want big flavor with simple prep. Best Dry Mix Cookie Recipes (Easy Favorites for Busy Bakers) If you love the idea of homemade cookies but don’t always have time to measure out …

If you loved those amazing Brach’s nougat candies as a child you’re going to flip over this easy DIY version. It calls for just a few ingredients and comes together in minutes!

If you’re looking for a simple but delicious gingerbread cookie, this is it! These come together so easily and they’re perfect for rolling and cutting! 

If you love the combination of fruit and nuts but you’re not ready to invest your time in a cake, these cookies will be perfect for you. They’re simple and loaded with texture and flavor! 

If you love that delicious combination of chocolate and peanut butter you’re going to flip over this simple candy recipe from Out of the Box Baking. 

Learn how to make classic divinity using meringue powder for reliable results every time. This no-fail method is perfect for holidays and gifting.

Inspired by the iconic Golden Girls, these Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Cookies combine soft, spiced cookie dough with a creamy cheesecake center for the ultimate fall dessert! Easy, festive, and full of cozy flavor—perfect for Thanksgiving, cookie swaps, or pumpkin lovers everywhere.

If you love the texture and flavor of a Nestles’ Crunch Bar but you don’t happen to have on handy, this is the post for you! With just 2 - 3 ingredients, you can make your own Chocolate Crunch Bars!

If you’re looking for a quick and delicious treat to serve your family or guests, this is the post for you. Keep reading to discover the most amazing Toasted Coconut Pecan Brittle ever! 

If you’re looking for the perfect treat to serve your guests during the holiday season, you’ve come to the right place. This delicious bundt cake is packed full of flavor and texture and starts with a simple box of cake mix!  Why do Orange and Cranberry Go Together So Well?  Oh, friends! I can think …

It's getting close to Christmas 2024. You're tired. But you've still got some baking obligations. You need that one last thing to take to the party. What can you whip up in a hurry? Read this post for 24 amazing ideas!