8 Easy and Festive Desserts for This Holiday Season
It’s that time of year again: the holiday season. A time of family, goodwill, and SO much baking. Baking is so synonymous with the holiday season, there’s countless tv shows…
It's that time of year again: the holiday season. A time of family, goodwill, and SO much baking. Baking is so synonymous with the holiday season, there's countless tv shows about it. The Great British Bake Off: Holiday, Holiday Baking Championship, Sugar Rush Christmas, Christmas Cookie Challenge, the list is endless. And if you're the resident baker of your family, you'll know that its a busy time of year.
I know this all too well. I spend so much of my time in the kitchen this time of year. And while I love it, sometimes it can be exhausting. Sometimes, the more complex treats I usually strive to make are just not feasible with the amount of time or energy I have. And if you ever feel like that too, that's ok! This article is for you! I've compiled a few fun and easy treats you can whip up quickly this holiday season to keep your stress levels to a minimum. Because, lets face it, the last thing you need between the pressure of buying the perfect presents and deep cleaning your house in order to impress your extended family is to be worrying about difficult desserts. And if you've never baked a day in your life, this article is also for you! Some of the recipes below are more difficult than others, but none of them are actually difficult. So even beginner bakers can shine with these recipes. If you end up making any of these recipes and decide to post them online, tag us! We'd love to see your holiday creations! Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays!
Snowmen Cake Pops
These are so cute! A perfect dessert to make with little ones.
Apple Pie Crescents
If making a whole apple pie isn't your thing, why not give these a try? Yum!
Apple Cracker Bark
Bark is one of the simplest desserts to do. This will be a hit at your holiday party!
Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies
A classic, but for good reason. These are delicious!
Holiday Cookies and Cream Brownies
Look how festive! If you love cookies and cream, these are for you.
Toffee Graham Cracker Bars
I love toffee at the holidays. And this should take almost no time at all to make!
No-Bake Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups
They're gluten free! A great alternative to a full-on pumpkin cheesecake.
Peppermint Cookie Truffle Cheesecake Squares
Probably the most difficult dessert on the list, but still doable! You'll love these if you love chocolate truffles!
