Holiday Recipes Your Family Will Love

Cinnamon Dolce Icebox Cake is the ultimate no bake holiday dessert. It has a cozy cinnamon dolce flavor mixed into a cream cheese base that no one can resist. Anticipate your loved ones devouring this easy dessert.

Pecan Tassies are a holiday tradition for good reason; they are utterly delicious! With pecans, cream cheese and brown sugar in the mix, you won’t be able to resist these on Christmas eve, but try to save one for Santa if you can.

Cranberry Crumble is as delicious as it is festive. Make this to serve during the holidays to offer an alternative to the standard pumpkin. It has a sweet and tart interior with the best buttery crumb topping. 

Peanut butter blossom cookies are a staple at the holidays. This recipe makes the best peanut butter cookies and includes a kiss so you can have the combination you crave, just in time for Christmas.

Cranberry icebox cake is  perfect for the holidays. It is so easy to prepare, has a creamy and slightly tart flavor and can be made ahead of time, so you can focus on wrapping those last minute gifts!

Hot chocolate is a staple for the holidays. This recipe proves to be, simply, the best ever. Make it on the stovetop, or in the slow cooker for a creamy and cozy drink everyone can enjoy near the holidays.

Pomegranate + lime spritzer makes a refreshing and festive drink to share. This recipe skips the wine and uses honey, lime and pomegranate juice with sparkling water to make a sweet and tart refreshment that adds a certain sparkle to all of your parties.

Crock-pot wassail is such a cozy drink to make and share with friends and family. This apple cider based holiday drink is sweet and spicy. It is made extra festive with lemons and cranberries.

Enjoy a festive and refreshing eggnog mocktail that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. This non-alcoholic drink is packed with cozy flavors everyone will love, including thick and creamy eggnong, and ginger ale.

Cranberry citrus bread brings the perfect blend of tart and sweet with every bite. Make this to serve with breakfast or brunch during the holidays or bake a few loaves to share with special people in your life.

Eggnog bread with rum glaze is so easy that you will want to make it several times to savor and share. It has the best rum glaze, but feel free to skip the step if you like. 

This sweet and simple Cinnamon Muffins recipe uses basic pantry ingredients, and can also be made into cinnamon sugar bread. Make them for breakfast, brunch, when the kids come home from school, or for a family dinner. I promise these muffins will be a hit! 

Cake mix quick bread is so easy you will wonder why you haven’t been making it for all of your holiday gatherings and gifts. Grab a cake mix and whip this moist and fluffy bread with a delectable crumb topping up to serve at brunch or to share with acquaintances.

Snickerdoodle bread is like a mash up of your favorite cookie and sweet bread. Make this to enjoy with breakfast, brunch or after dinner with your family.

Savor the delightful taste of freshly baked English muffins—no kneading required! This no-knead English muffin bread brings soft, nooks-and-crannies perfection straight from your oven.

Christmas Snacks + Sides

A simple yet irresistible snack, these salted oven-roasted pecans are perfect for holiday gatherings. Lightly seasoned with salt and roasted to perfection, they boast a rich, buttery flavor with just the right crunch. Serve them as an appetizer, a thoughtful homemade gift, or a versatile topping for holiday dishes.

This fig and walnut baked brie is a show-stopping holiday appetizer that combines creamy brie, sweet fig preserves, and crunchy walnuts. Wrapped in golden puff pastry, it offers an irresistible combination of textures and flavors. Perfect for a festive gathering, it’s a warm, elegant dish that’s sure to impress.

Sugared cranberries are a delightful treat that adds sparkle and sweetness to your holiday table. With their bright color and refreshing tart-sweet flavor, they make a stunning garnish for desserts or cocktails. Quick and easy to prepare, these sugared cranberries are a festive addition to any seasonal menu.

Rich, creamy, and flavorful, this Old English cream cheese dip is a classic recipe that never goes out of style. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it pairs beautifully with crackers, vegetables, or pretzels. Ideal for holiday parties, this dip is a crowd-pleasing favorite.

This Jiffy corn casserole recipe is the perfect blend of cornbread and corn pudding. It’s an easy, classic side dish that’s delicious year-round, but it truly shines at Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Prepare this classic Delmonico potatoes recipe for family gatherings or special celebrations. This make-ahead casserole pairs perfectly with beef, pork, or chicken. Simple to make, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious!

Holiday Recipes + Family Traditions

Incorporating Christmas recipes into family holiday traditions can be a great way to to bring everyone together and create lasting memories. Here are some ideas:

1. Cookie Decorating Party
   • Bake a variety of Christmas cookies ahead of time.
   • Set up a decorating station with different colored icing, sprinkles, and edible decorations.
   • Provide everyone with pretty packaging so they can take their goodies home.
2. Christmas Eve Dinner
   • Establish a special Christmas Eve dinner tradition with a menu that includes family favorites or traditional holiday recipes.
   • Each family member can contribute a dish to the meal.
   • Make sure to include your favorite main dishes, sides, desserts, and drinks.
3. DIY Hot Chocolate Bar
   • Set up a hot chocolate bar with various toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, crushed candy canes, and chocolate shavings.
   • Enjoy this treat while watching a Christmas movie together, or plan a family game night.
4. Family Recipe Swap
   • Have each family member contribute a favorite holiday recipe.
   • Compile the recipes into a cookbook that can be passed down to all family members.