‘Tis the season to spread joy, laughter, and, of course, freshly baked Christmas treats. Knowing how to make easy desserts to bring to a holiday party is a way to guarantee you’ll be on the invite list this season. From cookies to cakes and candy, these easy dessert recipes will help you spread joy wherever you go this holiday season.
Pecan Pie Bars
“I call these lazy girl pecan pie bars. Bring these to a gathering, and you’ll never have leftovers. Which, in my opinion, is not always a good thing. Make sure to keep some for yourself, or you might miss out!” – Michaela
Basic Spritz Cookies
“Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without these. Watch it though because they go fast.” – Terri
Orange Blossom Balls
“My mother always made these at Christmas when I was a kid. Everyone always loved them! I liked helping her make them because it was able to snitch a bite or two!” – Mary Ann
Coconut Macaroons
“These macaroons are so simple but taste complex. They have evolved from being a staple at our annual Christmas party to the go-to treat for whenever we have company. If I didn’t make macaroons, everyone would be disappointed. When friends can’t make our parties or get-togethers, they write they will miss the macaroons, not us!” – Melanie
Gingersnap Cookies Recipe
“Soft and chewy gingersnap cookies that are crispy around the edges.” – Kevin
OMG The Best Dark Chocolate Brownies Ever
“Thick, fudgy goodness… These will be your go-to brownies! Not too sweet, the dark chocolate is key in this wonderful recipe.” – Carrie
Peppermint Topped Shortbread
“After a night of failed cookie attempts, a combination of ingredients produced these gems.” – Theresa
Russian Tea Balls
“My mom has been making these for Christmas ever since I can remember! It’s just not Christmas until I make them.” – Terry
Chocolate Buttermilk Pie
“If you love Buttermilk Pie and you love chocolate then you will love this pie. The recipe for the Buttermilk Pie alone is wonderful, however, the addition of chocolate to this recipe is… well, there just are not enough adjectives to describe it.” – Shelia
Pecan Tassies
“You just can’t not have Pecan Tassies during the holidays. Please be very careful, they are quite addicting.” – Janet
Raspberry Shortbread With a White Chocolate Drizzle
“Out of all my Christmas cookies, this is my most requested! A happy accident one year when I was in a creative mood. I have many requests at Christmas for tins with just this cookie.” – Doris
Peppermint Bark
“Peppermint Bark is a Christmas candy with a layer of dark chocolate and then white chocolate. The top is dusted with minty Christmas candy canes.” – Debbie
Peanut Squares (Peanut Brittle Cookies)
“My grandma used to make these and never had leftovers. I started baking these at Christmastime and they just disappear. One of my favorites!” – Pattie
Mom’s Molasses Cookies
“This is my mother’s recipe. I’ve never come across anything better for a molasses cookie. Full of flavor and so incredibly soft, top it off with some frosting and you are in pure heaven.” – Sheila
Oatmeal Carmelitas
“This is an irresistible bar that joined our Christmas cookie list a few years ago. Thanks to my mother introducing the family to this recipe, we adults have been busted for raiding the cookie refrigerator late at night while visiting over the holidays!” – Sarah
Grandma’s Butter Cookies
“Paula Deen ain’t got nothing on butter when it comes to these buttery goodness treats!” – Taryn
Nutter Butter Cookie Balls
“Super easy and super good! The kids love to help with making them.” – melody
Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars
“My husband and I like these cookie bars because the cookie mix has just the right amount of spice.” – Cecelia
Mennonite Funny Cake
“This funny cake is a cake/pie combination. The chocolate layer will sink to the bottom giving the cake a gooey layer.” – Mikekey
Christmas Trifle
“Trifles are such fun! So many variations, so many ways to make them look pretty–a wonderful chance to get creative.” – Rebecca