If you’re on the hunt for some holiday baking inspiration, I’ve got you covered! Whether you’re looking for a Christmas cookie recipe for a cookie exchange or a fun Christmas dessert for your next holiday gathering, the whole family will gobble up these holiday treats (and have a blast baking them, too)!
Fun Holiday Cookies & Christmas Desserts
Spread some holiday cheer with these tasty Christmas cookies and dessert ideas! From classic Christmas cookies to unique and unconventional – but just as delicious – sweet treats, they’re all sure to steal the spotlight at your next holiday party.
Ginger Molasses Crinkle Cookies
No holiday dessert spread is complete without ginger molasses cookies! These are packed with warm spiced flavor and rolled in powdered sugar for a dusting of “fresh snowfall”. They’re easy to make, soft, and chewy, and the molasses adds a lovely, rich flavor. Great for cookie boxes and gifting!
White Chocolate Matcha Brownies
All the Christmas colors – red, green, and white – come together for these festive and chewy brownies! They’re naturally green from the matcha powder, and topped with a quick vanilla icing and freeze-dried strawberries for a festive touch. Plus, they’re made in one bowl with no mixer required!
Oatmeal Chai Pecan Cookies
These super easy, super chewy oatmeal cookies bring together warm chai-inspired spices, nitty pecans, and sweet brown sugar for a delectable treat you can enjoy all fall and winter long. They’re easy make, portable, incredibly delicious, and mostly made with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry!
Chocolate Chip Pomegranate Cookies
Say hello to this festive spin on the classic chocolate chip cookie! These chewy cookies are studded with sweet-tart pomegranate seeds that pair perfectly with the melty chocolate chips.
Spiced Biscoff Crumb Cake
Biscoff lovers will drool over this soft and moist crumb cake made with spiced cookie butter! A quick vanilla icing is drizzled on top for a fun flair. It’s sweet and buttery, simple to make, and tastes like a delicious slice of spiced coffee cake.
Peanut Butter Coconut Cookies
You only need a handful of ingredients for these flavorful flourless cookies! They’re packed with peanut-buttery flavor, plus the nuttiness of shredded coconut. Plus, they’re dipped in melted chocolate for even more goodness!
Chocolate Nutella Fudge
Fudge is a classic holiday dessert, and this healthier version with Greek yogurt and Nutella is a must-try! It’s lower in sugar but still plenty sweet, with a smooth texture. Easy to make, too, and you only need a few ingredients!
No Bake Chocolate Nutella Thumbprint Cookies
Don’t feel like turning on your oven? Try these no-bake oat flour thumbprint cookies! They’re made with melted chocolate and Nutella hazelnut spread, and topped with chopped toasted hazelnuts for extra nutty flavor.
Mini Cinnamon Apple Crumble Tarts
If you’re still craving apples this fall season, try these adorable mini tarts with cinnamon apples! They’re like apple crisp, but in adorable tart form. Plus, they’re made with oat flour, so they’re gluten free!
Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Bites
Craving chocolate during holiday season? You’ll love these 3-ingredient chocolate coconut cups with pomegranate seeds! They’re made with melted chocolate in a muffin tin, and look totally festive. Perfect for adding to a holiday cookie gift box or as an addition to any holiday dessert table!
Do you have a favorite Christmas cookie or holiday treat? Let me know in the comments!