The holidays are all about warmth, family, and, of course, sweets. From the first sip of cider to the last bite of dessert, there’s something magical about sharing festive treats with the people you love. This year, skip the stress and go straight for flavor with these Christmas desserts — each one easy enough to make ahead, impressive enough for your holiday table, and packed with cozy seasonal flavors.
Inside, you’ll find a mix of classic favorites and creative twists, including:
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Mini Caramel Pecan Pies with Cinnamon Roll Pie Crust — gooey caramel and pecans wrapped in a buttery cinnamon roll crust.
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No-Bake Mini Mason Jar Spiced Cheesecakes — creamy, spiced, and perfectly portioned for make-ahead convenience.
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No-Bake Sugar Cookie Truffles — soft sugar cookie bites coated in white chocolate for sweet, bite-sized magic.
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Orange and Chocolate Brioche Tarts — decadent chocolate and bright orange in a buttery brioche crust, chilled overnight for a show-stopping dessert.
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Mini Apple Cider Cakes — moist, spiced cakes with all the cozy flavor of cider in a perfect handheld size.
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, gifting treats to friends, or simply enjoying a quiet night by the fire, these recipes are sure to bring sweetness and cheer to your season.
Mini Caramel Pecan Pies with Cinnamon Roll Pie Crust
Prep time: 25 min | Cook time: 25 min | Servings: 24
These mini caramel pecan pies take a classic holiday favorite and give it a sweet twist. Each bite-sized pie has a gooey caramel-pecan filling and a flaky cinnamon roll crust that smells like Christmas morning. Perfect for parties, dessert trays, or sneaking one (or two) after dinner.
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No-Bake Mini Mason Jar Spiced Cheesecakes
Prep time: 45 min | Cook time: 45 min | Servings: 8
Creamy, spiced, and perfectly portioned — these no-bake mason jar cheesecakes are as easy to make as they are to love. A stress-free dessert with big holiday flavor.
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No-Bake Sugar Cookie Truffles
Total time: 1 hr 30 min | Servings: 20
Who needs an oven when you’ve got sugar cookie truffles? These no-bake bites are creamy, coated in white chocolate, and guaranteed to disappear faster than Santa’s cookies.
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Orange and Chocolate Brioche Tarts
Total time: 12 hr 30 min (includes overnight chilling) | Servings: 15
Decadent, citrusy, and a little fancy, these orange and chocolate brioche tarts are perfect for holiday entertaining. With a buttery brioche crust, rich chocolate filling, and a hint of bright orange, they’re a show-stopping dessert that can be made ahead and chilled overnight.
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Mini Apple Cider Cakes
Prep time: 20 min | Cook time: 15 min | Servings: 15
Apple cider gets a sweet upgrade in these mini cakes! Spiced, soft, and totally snackable, they’re the kind of treat that disappears fast at any holiday gathering.
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From gooey caramel pies to spiced cheesecakes, bite-sized truffles, elegant brioche tarts, and cozy cider cakes, this collection of Christmas desserts has something for everyone. Make them ahead, share them generously, or indulge in a few yourself — because the holidays are sweeter when there’s dessert on the table.Â
Happy Holidays from all of us at Bulldawg! 🎄
