Christmas recipes

Fans of the chocolate and peanut butter combination will love these crescent-shaped sandwich cookies with peanut butter filling. Bake the chocolate cookies ahead of time, and once they've cooled completely,...

If you love soft cookies with chocolate chips and nuts, you'll love this cupcake version. Soft and moist, they're made with the same cookie dough and generously...

If you're looking for the perfect cookie to dip in your coffee or tea, look no further than biscotti! These cookies are double-baked, making them crisp and crunchy. If you plan to serve them with...

This recipe features two variations of quick and delicious Christmas cookies. Both are made with store-bought cookie dough, and both were inspired by peppermint red and white candy canes...

A perfect punch for the winter holidays, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness, citrus, fruity tartness, and alcohol. Serve with frozen cranberries. It'll be great not only...

To cook this roast beef, you won't need a cauldron, but a large terracotta pot with a stand (yes, a flower pot!). If you think about it, it makes sense: ceramic heats up more...

Mexican chocolate boasts warm notes of cayenne pepper and cinnamon. This dessert almond braided bread is infused with that same flavor. Knead the yeast dough the night before and let it rise in...

Bake these snow-white meringues for the winter holidays, decorated with coarse decorative sugar or silver nonpareils. Carefully monitor the oven temperature to prevent them from darkening and keep...

Make your own unique chocolate bar this Christmas with a slender mint flavor: peppermint extract, mint drops, and chocolate-covered mint candies. You can't buy this in the store, but chocolate lovers...

To give these Christmas wreath-shaped cookies a realistic look, you'll need a crocheted lace doily. Place it on the dough and roll it out to leave an imprint of the lace. When...

These charming Linz cookies are filled with the magic of the winter holidays. Dusted with powdered sugar, they delight the eye with their bright, contrasting windows filled with jam. This recipe uses...

The convenience of pre-cut cookies is that they don't require rolling out on the countertop, and you can knead the dough in advance for quick baking at the right time. The dough is formed into a log and refrigerated. Once set...

These sugar cookies not only have a crisp citrus flavor, but they also look refreshing thanks to the lime glaze. Apply the green sugar and lime juice glaze when the cookies are completely...

If you love hot chocolate or cocoa with marshmallows, these cookies are a perfect treat to pair with your favorite drink. They're made in the same style: rich, chocolatey, with a marshmallow-like layer.

Leftover hot chocolate or cocoa mix can transform ordinary sugar cookies into a festive treat. Here's a life hack for getting neat, round cut-out cookies: don't throw away the cardboard...

If you have some leftover hot chocolate mix (or cocoa powder), make this easy chocolate pudding that's enough for a crowd. Divide it into bowls and garnish...

Add a splash of Christmas color to simple sugar cookies: red and green marbled streaks on white icing and a smooth, glossy finish will remind you of a candy cane. Perfect...

This vibrant cake with red mirror glaze will be the center of attention at your celebration. One of its main ingredients is jelly. It will appear both on the outside, in the glaze, and inside, in the form of elastic...

This New England cookie is similar to gingerbread and filled with a whole bouquet of spices, dried fruits and nuts. According to one version, it got its name "Hermit" because it took a long time to...

This fabulous igloo-shaped cake looks intricate, but it's much easier to make than it looks. It doesn't require any special equipment, just a cake pan and...

This simple and delicious shepherd's pie is made with ground lamb, and frozen chopped vegetables make the whole process quicker. Top the rich meat stew with creamy mashed potatoes,...

Shepherd's pie is a comforting, home-cooked dish typically enjoyed with family. However, if served correctly, it can also be a wonderful holiday treat. Serve in individual ramekins with...

A rich glaze of cranberry sauce, freshly squeezed clementine juice, and rosemary imbues the chicken with a wonderful aroma and makes it a perfect Christmas treat. Instead of clementines, you can...

These sesame rings originate from Spain, where they are popular among Sephardic Jews, especially on Shabbat and holidays. The pleasant sesame flavor of the topping is enhanced by the tahini paste added to the dough. These...

This cookie has other names, such as Mexican cookies or Italian wedding cookies, but it doesn't originate from any of these countries, nor does it originate from Russia. It was invented in the United States. However...

"These sugar-coated oatmeal cookies remind me of home, family, and baking on a cold winter day," shares Rick Martinez. "I love these cookies because they're classic (oatmeal, cinnamon, and...

Decorate your Christmas table with a snow-white house made of refined sugar and candies. All the candies, jelly beans, and marshmallows should be white, sugar cubes serve as the bricks of the house, and for the base and roof, you...

Here's the perfect recipe for festive gingerbread men (or other figures) shaped cookies that can be decorated with icing. A balanced blend of warm spices and molasses adds a touch of...

Next time you bake sugar cookies, brown the butter before adding it to the dough. Brown butter has a nutty flavor and aroma that will infuse the finished cookies with...

These miniature "Thumbprint" cookies are easy to make with simple ingredients and are perfect for both holidays and everyday use. They get their name from the indentation in the center, which can be...

These cookies are made with just four ingredients and are quick and easy to make thanks to the use of store-bought puff pastry. For best results, it's recommended to defrost the dough in...

These sugar cookies are soft, chewy, and gluten-free, too! Instead of substituting gluten-free flour for the wheat flour, use a quick-serve pudding mix instead...

This mouth-watering smoked ham, glazed with a luscious sweet and spicy glaze, will be the center of attention at your holiday table. For this recipe, buy a smoked ham hock, warm it in the oven, and top it with apricot...

This dessert is the perfect finale to a Christmas or New Year's dinner. It's quick and easy to make, and it looks stunning, especially when served in elegant glasses. And the taste...

Decorate your winter holidays with these magical gingerbread cookies featuring clear windows that reveal snow when shaken. Your guests will be delighted with such a spectacular treat, and...

Warming spices infuse these mini gingerbread-flavored pancakes with a festive aroma. Make a warm cream cheese sauce to go with them. You can omit the rum if you're making it for...

These gingerbread-flavored granola bars are the perfect way to get a delicious morning boost. Their distinctive gingerbread aroma and flavor come from a blend of molasses, aromatic spices, and candied ginger. And...

Gingerbread cookie figures decorated with snow-white icing look very festive and will become a real decoration and a popular treat on your Christmas table. And to make them look...

Gingerbread cookies decorated with icing are one of the most popular treats for New Year's and Christmas. Their magical, spicy aroma creates a festive atmosphere even while they're still in the oven. And...

Bake the easiest holiday pie you've ever made: all you have to do is pour the ingredients into a pan and pop it in the oven. No dough handling required! You'll have...

Fill your home with the magical aroma of spices and bake this festive gingerbread-like cake. The addition of molasses gives the cake a deliciously dark exterior, and the topping...

This cake resembles one giant gingerbread cookie. Soft, fragrant, and delicious. It's also easy to make. No cutting or shaping required: just pour it into the pan and bake.

One of the simplest gingerbread cookie recipes. It contains just six basic ingredients: flour, butter, molasses, brown sugar, ground ginger, and salt. Cut out any shapes from the dough...

These huge cookies are perfect for big family gatherings. They're assembled from dough crumbs and topped with crumbs—it looks deliciously rustic! Place the cookie in the center...

These cookies, bursting with spicy aroma, will become a winter holiday tradition. They contain a whole host of warming, aromatic spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, anise, cloves, ginger, black pepper...

Caprese appetizers aren't just made up of the colors of the Italian flag. They're also traditional Christmas colors. So why not use them to decorate your holiday table?! Make crostini with all the flavors...

Sesame seeds infuse these crispy cookies with a wonderful nutty flavor. Add them to the dough while kneading, or use them as a topping. There's no need to roll this dough: simply form into balls and...

Sesame paste gives these cookies a rich, nutty flavor, enhanced by a sprinkle of sesame seeds. For a more striking look, sprinkle a few with white sesame seeds, a few with...