6 Festive Christmas Treats to Get Into the Holiday Spirit
Christmas is so cozy. All we want to do is bundle up in our pajamas and bake our favorite desserts. Matter of fact, that's what we are going to do, and we already know which recipes we'll choose from.
Below, find six of our favorite treats to make during the holiday season, starring a few iconic flavors, like eggnog and peppermint.
Taylor Swift's Chai Sugar Cookies by Joy the Baker
Everyone knows Taylor Swift has an iconic chai sugar cookie recipe, but were you aware she modified it from Joy the Baker years ago? You can make the original recipe straight from Joy's blog. The cookies are commonly associated with autumn, but Joy's recommendation of an eggnog glaze instantly transforms it into a delightful Christmas treat.
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Christmas Crack by Culinary Hill
Christmas Crack is all over our TikTok For You page, and we understand why. It's a simple recipe that is super delicious. Essentially, you add a glaze of caramel and chocolate—topped with pretzels, Oreos, and more—on top of saltine crackers. It's the perfect combination of salty and sweet.
(via Culinary Hill)
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Christmas Fudge by Spaceships and Laser Beams
Sure, classic chocolate fudge gets the job done, but it's more fun and festive to eat one that is red and green. The most exciting (and difficult) part about this recipe is swirling the colors into a pattern of your choice. Trust us, though—anyone who sees the end result will be impressed by your skills. For even more flair, Spaceships and Laser Beams suggest dropping peppermint extract, too.
(via Spaceships and Laser Beams)
Eggnog Pudding by Queenslee Appétit
Eggnog is a polarizing drink, but we think it might be difficult for anyone to resist this pudding from Queenslee Appétit. It's like the drink but richer and creamier. You can modify certain ingredients, like the amount of extract or actual eggnog, based on how much of its flavor you can handle.
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Everyone's Favorite Fruitcake by King Arthur Baking
Traditionally, fruitcake is the dish you don't want to receive during the holidays, but King Arthur Baking ensures this recipe is going to be a hit. This dessert uses dried fruits instead of candied ones to create a flavorful, juicy and tart take on the dish. It's a hefty recipe, but you'll change many people's negative perceptions of fruitcake with it.
(via King Arthur Baking)
Reindeer Poop by Allrecipes
Reindeer Poop might not look appetizing, but we can tell you it tastes spectacular. Dump all your ingredients (different types of chocolate and peanuts) into a Crockpot, and let your slow cooker do all the work. All you have to do after is spoon it out into clumps, chill and enjoy.
Winter is also the ultimate to enjoy a warm mug of hot cocoa. Read HERE for five mouthwatering hot chocolate recipes for every cold winter day.