25 Xmas Dessert Ideas You’ll Regret Not Making This Year

Xmas dessert ideas are the perfect way to make your holiday spread unforgettable this year. From simple classics to show-stopping creations, these recipes are here to make sure your dessert table is nothing short of great. Whether you’re hosting a big family gathering or keeping things small, the right desserts can add that extra sparkle to your celebration. You’ll thank yourself for giving them a try.

Holiday Eggnog Pie (Easy To Make!)

A bite of eggnog pie on a fork. — Holiday Eggnog Pie (Easy To Make!). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This easy-to-make eggnog pie recipe has a creamy, custardy filling that comes together in 10 minutes for an old-fashioned holiday dessert.
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Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares

A tray of cheesecake bars. — Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares have a delectable cookie crust, and a jam puree swirl topping. A cheesecake filling makes these amazing.
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Dried Cranberry Shortbread Cookies With Pistachios

Pistachio and cranberry shortbread cookies on a black background. — Dried Cranberry Shortbread Cookies With Pistachios. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Cranberry shortbread cookies with pistachios for a melt-in-your-mouth buttery treat that will be a favorite for your next cookie exchange.
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Frosted Peppermint Brownies

A stack of Christmas brownies with frosting. — Frosted Peppermint Brownies. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Peppermint Brownies with crushed candy canes have peppermint both inside and out for the perfect Christmas brownie treat.
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White Chocolate Bark

Toffee coated chocolate bark. — White Chocolate Bark. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

White Chocolate Pretzel Bark is an irresistible treat with salty pretzels covered in toffee and white chocolate.
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Red Velvet Cream Cheese Cookies

Red Velvet Cream Cheese Cookies are a delicious cookie made even better with a cheesecake center.
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Sprinkle Blondies With Chocolate Chips

Three colorful funfetti blondies with chocolate chips, made in an 8x8 pan, are stacked on top of each other and surrounded by rainbow sprinkles against a dark background. — Sprinkle Blondies With Chocolate Chips. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Sprinkle Blondies are an EASY cookie like dessert bar that comes together in just 10 minutes with sprinkles and chocolate chips. Perfect for a summer cookout.
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Cherry Hand Pie Recipe With Puff Pastry

Cherry hand pies on a linen napkin with a bite taken out — Cherry Hand Pie Recipe With Puff Pastry. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Cherry Hand Pies are simpler than they look with fresh or frozen cherries and puff pastry. An easy dessert or breakfast treat that’s hard to resist, even better with a drizzle of icing.
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Homemade Fresh Peach Buckle With Blackberries

A close-up of a slice of cake topped with sliced peaches, whipped cream, and blackberries, being lifted from the rest of the cake—a tempting treat for anyone who loves dessert recipes. The cake appears moist and fluffy with a golden crust. — Homemade Fresh Peach Buckle With Blackberries. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

With a soft crumb and fruit topping, this Fresh Peach Buckle recipe is a cross between a coffee cake and a cobbler.
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An Old-Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler Recipe With Homemade Biscuits

A bowl of dessert with blackberries and a spoon — An Old-Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler Recipe With Homemade Biscuits. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Blackberry cobbler has a syrupy blackberry filling topped with golden brown créme fraiche biscuits made from scratch.
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Graham Cracker Toffee Recipe (Chocolate Bark)

Close-up of chocolate toffee pieces scattered on a dark surface. The toffee is topped with a layer of hardened chocolate and sprinkled with chopped nuts. Some pieces are broken into irregular shapes, and the overall appearance is appetizing and crunchy. — Graham Cracker Toffee Recipe (Chocolate Bark). Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Graham Cracker Toffee Bark is easy to make and great for an edible gift. The sea salt and pecan finish make this a decadent treat.
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Berry Cream Cheese Pie

A slice of cheesecake with berries on top — Berry Cream Cheese Pie. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

With its buttery crust, robust berry flavor, and creamy filling, this Cream Cheese Pie is perfect for any occasion and is easy enough for first-time bakers to tackle.
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Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake

A bowl of blueberry self-saucing pudding topped with ice cream. — Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

With its moist, spongy cake top, luscious blueberry sauce, and rich, buttery flavor, this Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake is perfect for any occasion and easy enough for first-time bakers to master.
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Tasty Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

A pan of chocolate rice krispie squares on parchment paper. — Tasty Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars are a little slice of heaven thanks to yummy melted chocolate and creamy peanut butter.
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Lemon Glazed Blueberry Scones With Creme Fraiche

Two blueberry scones with creme fraiche next to a container of frosting. — Lemon Glazed Blueberry Scones With Creme Fraiche. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Blueberry scones with creme fraiche are amazing for breakfast or afternoon tea. The pastry is heavenly and not too sweet, crisp on the outside but tender on the inside.
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Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

A blueberry cake with slices removed. — Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This is a simple from-scratch recipe for blueberry bundt cake. With blueberries in every bite and a cream cheese frosting, what’s not to love!
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Buttery Orange Rosemary Shortbread Cookies

Baked shortbread squares on a serving tray. — Buttery Orange Rosemary Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Rich and buttery with just a hint of sweetness, these Orange Rosemary Shortbread Cookies have a subtle, but standout flavor.
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Pistachio Lemon Shortbread Bars

Plates with lemon pistachio bars. — Pistachio Lemon Shortbread Bars. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Sweet and tart with a slightly nutty finish, these Pistachio Lemon Shortbread Bars are the perfect combination of all your favorite sweets.
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Classic Lemon Icebox Pie With Condensed Milk

A slice of creamy lemon cheesecake sits on a white plate with a decorative fork. A bite-sized piece of the cheesecake is on the fork, accompanied by small lemon slices on the plate, reminiscent of a classic lemon icebox pie. The background features a blue cloth and another plate with a cheesecake slice. — Classic Lemon Icebox Pie With Condensed Milk. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

With its classic graham cracker crust and creamy lemon filling, this Lemon Icebox Pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Homemade Blackberry Pie With Double Crust

A top-down view of a partially eaten blackberry pie with a lattice crust on a wire cooling rack. The pie has a crispy golden-brown crust with juicy, dark purple filling. A bowl of whipped cream is placed nearby. Crumbs and a piece of pie are visible on the table. — Homemade Blackberry Pie With Double Crust. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Enjoy a delicious Blackberry Pie with a buttery crust and a sweet-tart filling. Perfect for summer gatherings or a cozy dessert.
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Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe With Evaporated Milk

peanut butter fudge on a platter. — Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe With Evaporated Milk. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Made with peanut butter, marshmallow creme, and pantry staples, this Peanut Butter Fudge is the ultimate dream for peanut butter lovers.
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Easy To Make Apple Cinnamon Yeast Rolls From Scratch

These Apple Cinnamon Yeast Rolls are made with a soft, yeasted dough, a sweet apple-pecan filling, and a rich cream cheese frosting.
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Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting (Without Butter!)

A slice of chocolate cream cheese cake. — Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting (Without Butter!). Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This thick Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting is made with chocolate chips, cream cheese, and evaporated milk—perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
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Moist Butter Pecan Pound Cake With Glaze

This buttery Butter Pecan Pound Cake with brown butter frosting and pecans is a rich, comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.
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4-Ingredient Pretzel Christmas Treats

Pretzel Christmas Treats are a festive snack that combines the crunch of salty pretzels with sweet chocolate and sprinkles.
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