Holiday recipes

One of the easiest cupcake recipes: with minimal ingredients, you get fluffy, soft, and perfectly moist cupcakes perfect for both holidays and everyday use. Decorate each...

Bake chocolate cupcakes that are similar in texture to brownies: moist, soft, and richly chocolatey. If desired, you can add chocolate chips or...

Chocolate-covered strawberries not only decorate this cheesecake, but you can taste them in every bite: you'll experience a combination of strawberry curd filling and soft chocolate crust. For decoration, choose all...

This candy-shaped dessert combines layers of popular American sweets: peanut butter cookies, coconut macarons, and chocolate. The candies are soft,...

The beauty of pull-apart bread is that you don't have to cut it. It's baked already sliced, and the slices, layered with chocolate, cinnamon, and butter, stick together deliciously in the oven. Put the bread...

These mini puff pastries are the perfect gift for a couple tying the knot. Light, airy, and crisp, these buns perfectly combine aromatic almonds and chocolate. Plus, they...

These white, fluffy "snowballs" will delight you with a rich chocolate center, and the walnuts make them truly delicious. Grind some of the nuts into a powder, and simply chop the rest for a rich...

The American state of Kentucky is the birthplace of bourbon, chocolate walnut pie, and famous horse races, accompanied by festivities where pie and bourbon are the main...

Surprisingly, a beer cocktail can also be velvety and sophisticated. The star of this drink is chocolate stout. Pour it into a champagne flute, topping it with Prosecco so the two layers don't overlap...

The French pot de crème (creme pot) is an easy-to-make dessert that captivates with its flavor, texture, and charming appearance in small "pots" with exquisite toppings. In...

The highlight of this tart is the rum glaze, which perfectly complements the rich, creamy chocolate filling, all nestled atop a crumbly crust. If you don't have rum on hand, you can use liqueur...

If you want to make simple sugar cookies extra special, simply replace some of the flour with cocoa powder. Chocolate cookies are always a festive treat, especially when topped with icing.

Is it chocolate? Or is it sausage? Your guests won't guess until they try it! With this recipe, you can create a realistic-looking chocolate sausage with cookie and nut pieces. Once it sets,...

Bits of dark chocolate and cocoa imbue this cake with a wonderful chocolate flavor, and a couple of spoons of coffee add even more richness and richness. The cake is soft and just the right amount of moist, and...

Enjoy the luxurious combination of dark chocolate and mint in these crispy Italian waffles with a soft filling. Pizzelle are baked from chocolate batter in a special waffle iron and then sealed...

These giant chocolate chip cookies, with a soft center and crispy exterior, are perfect for sharing. Baked in a cast iron skillet, they achieve a texture that...

Molasses, vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves give these chocolate gingerbread cookies a wonderful flavor, yet the spices complement the chocolate harmoniously rather than overpowering it. Pieces of candied ginger also add texture and...

These homemade candies offer a wonderful combination of salted caramel, chocolate, and nuts. To get the caramel just the right consistency, you'll need a candy thermometer. And the nuts...

These chocolate chip cupcakes are reminiscent of brownies—soft, moist, and ultra-chocolatey! Top them with cream cheese and peanut butter frosting, and...

Serve these fluffy chocolate pancakes stacked high, each sprinkled with chopped white chocolate. Top with warm caramel-strawberry sauce. It's almost like a cake or a brownie!

The delicate, airy texture and rich chocolate flavor make this elegant dessert a special treat for a special occasion. You can use dark, semisweet, or bittersweet chocolate...

The secret ingredient in these chocolate sandwich cookies is malted milk powder, which is added to both the cookie dough and the filling, imparting a pleasant malty flavor. The filling is...

This lasagna won't feature a ton of cheese, which often dominates the flavor. Instead, the emphasis is on the ground meat, where the beef is complemented by mushrooms. Their flavor is beautifully enhanced...

This recipe combines French boeuf bourguignon with American pot pie. Beef braised with mushrooms in red wine is baked "in a pot" under a pastry lid, which is then baked in the oven...

"This recipe was inspired by a chicken biryani I was invited to for a New Year's Eve dinner," says recipe author Melisa Gaiman. "I helped the hostess with the finishing touches,...

If you're roasting a turkey for the first time or don't have your signature recipe yet, use this basic recipe as a starting point, which describes how to prepare the bird, how to calculate the right time...

After roasting your holiday turkey, prepare a flavorful gravy using the remaining giblets, vegetables, herbs, a little wine, broth, and—the most delicious part—the rendered...

What could be more delicious and satisfying for a sweet tooth than a warm, rich, silky chocolate ganache?! This recipe uses two types of chocolate—dark and semisweet—to create a fondue-like flavor...

These festive cupcakes feature a pop of color: dark chocolate muffins are topped with crisp white cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with dark and white chocolate shavings.

Check out this versatile chocolate cupcake recipe—easy to make, soft, moist, and richly flavored. Decorate them with any icing or topping you like.

These chocolate chip cookies are filled with white chocolate chips and salted peanuts for a wonderfully complex flavor. Beyond the flavor, they captivate with their texture: a soft center and firm edges, delicate white...

This rich sour cream pie is topped with a spicy cinnamon streusel, and a melting chocolate surprise awaits everyone inside. It's easy to make yet elegant. Excellent...

The malty and roasted cocoa notes of stout are enhanced in this chocolate cake by the addition of malted milk powder and alkalized cocoa. The finished cake is further...

This low-calorie version of the classic American green bean casserole has all the same creamy mushroom flavor, sweet onion tang, and crunchy topping, but with 60% less...

The juices and fat left in the roasting pan after roasting a turkey make an excellent base for a quick, tasty gravy that can be served with the turkey or a side dish. To make a basic gravy, you...

If you want your party to be the most fun, serve your guests a Long Island in a large punch bowl. Gin, rum, tequila, vodka, and triple sec in one glass will quickly make heads spin, and grapefruit...

Impress your guests with a sophisticated dessert and serve grapefruit crème brûlée not in ramekins, but in grapefruit cups. If you're a fan of Campari or Aperol (sweet and slightly bitter...

Grapefruit beer is an acquired taste, but it's perfect for complex cocktails. Add a little ginger juice, grapefruit juice, soda water, and bourbon, and you've got...

This gluten-free pizza is perfect for parties, as the crust can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving. Cut it into small pieces and serve as an appetizer. Pizza...

These chicken ham croquettes will delight you with their exquisite flavor and wonderful combination of textures, with a tender meat filling inside a super-crispy crust on the outside—what could be better? The perfect appetizer for...

White pizza, unlike red, always looks more elegant, delicate, and special. It's perfect not just for a get-together at home, but even for a special occasion. Bake a pizza with sauce...

Cheese dip with spinach and artichokes is a popular appetizer for house parties and sports nights. It's typically served in a bowl with chips or crackers for dipping, but this...

If you have taco ingredients on hand but don't have time to assemble the tacos themselves, make a taco salad. For this Tex-Mex-inspired salad, you'll need some grilled chicken (you can...

This chestnut-filled pie will be a true highlight of your autumn celebration or Sunday tea party. The delicate filling, rich in the flavor and aroma of roasted chestnuts and vanilla, rests on...

This smooth banana pudding is packed with double the banana flavor of fresh banana slices and instant banana pudding, while cream cheese adds a velvety, dense texture.

This potato skin appetizer will delight everyone with its seafood-infused flavor and aroma, but it doesn't actually contain any! It's all about Old Bay seasoning, which is commonly added to seafood. Just sprinkle it on...

This juicy meatloaf with cheddar and bits of fried bacon is baked and coated with a mixture of regular ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar, which turns into a delicious glaze in the oven. Its...

If you're looking for fun appetizer ideas for your next house party, this recipe won't disappoint. Baked potato skins are served with a cheesesteak topping: slices of roast beef and fried onions...

A delicious cheesecake in a convenient cupcake shape is a treat for any occasion. These cupcakes feature a crumbly graham cracker crust, a delicate cream cheese filling, and a luxurious vanilla...

This recipe combines a classic cheeseburger with flavorful baked potato skins, which effectively replace the bun, creating a delicious snack for just a few bites. Layer all...