11 Delicious Holiday Desserts Everyone Will Love

Bake your way through the holidays with these easy and festive desserts. From peppermint brownies and Grinch Oreo balls to cranberry bars, buttered bread pudding, and no-bake chocolate Christmas tree bars, there’s a treat for every craving. Quick, fun, and delicious, these recipes are perfect for family, friends, and holiday celebrations.

Perfect Pear Tart

A pear tart with several slices missing sits on a white tiled surface next to a plate holding a single slice, two forks, a white napkin, and a fresh pear. — Perfect Pear Tart. Photo credit: Craving Something Healthy.

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Thinly sliced pears are arranged over a baked crust. The filling stays lightly sweet and balanced. The crust supports the fruit without becoming soggy. Slices lift cleanly for serving.
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Amazing Gluten-Free Cranberry Bars

Three oat and fruit crumble bars stacked on a wooden surface, showing layers of crumbly oats and a red fruit filling. — Amazing Gluten-Free Cranberry Bars. Photo credit: Right At Home.

These bars feature a sturdy base topped with cranberry filling. The texture stays firm once cooled. Tart cranberries balance the sweetness well. Bars cut neatly into even portions.
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars – Easy & Healthy

A slice of pumpkin cheesecake with an oat crumble topping is served on a white plate, with a whole cheesecake and pumpkins in the background. — Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars – Easy & Healthy. Photo credit: Right At Home.

Pumpkin cheesecake filling bakes into a smooth, dense layer. The crust stays firm underneath. Pumpkin spice flavor comes through clearly. Bars chill well before slicing.
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No-Bake Chocolate Christmas Tree Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

Triangular chocolate-topped treats with green icing and sprinkles are arranged on a wooden board, surrounded by small ornaments and a plaid cloth. — No-Bake Chocolate Christmas Tree Peanut Butter Bars Recipe. Photo credit: The Benson Street.

Layers of peanut butter and chocolate set in the refrigerator. The bars slice easily once firm. Chocolate topping adds contrast to the creamy base. Decorative shapes add holiday appeal.
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How to Make Grinch Oreo Balls: A No Bake Holiday Treat

Red velvet cake truffles coated in green chocolate sit beside chocolate sandwich cookies on a red napkin, with more truffles in the background. — How to Make Grinch Oreo Balls: A No Bake Holiday Treat. Photo credit: The Benson Street.

Crushed cookies mix into a soft filling that rolls easily. A candy coating seals each ball. Bright color makes them stand out visually. They hold their shape once chilled.
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Pear pudding with cranberry & pistachio topping

Two glass dessert cups filled with a creamy brown pudding, topped with chopped pistachios and dried fruit, are displayed against a blurred background. — Pear pudding with cranberry & pistachio topping. Photo credit: Cook Me Free.

This pudding bakes into a soft, spoonable texture. Pear flavor stays mild and smooth. Cranberries add tartness while pistachios add crunch. Each layer contrasts nicely.
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Buttered Bread Pudding Recipe (easy & decadent!)

A plate of French toast topped with chocolate chips and powdered sugar, served with a spoon on a white plate. — Buttered Bread Pudding Recipe (easy & decadent!). Photo credit: An Edible Mosaic.

Bread soaks in a rich custard before baking. The center stays soft while the top lightly browns. Butter flavor runs through the dish. It serves well warm or cooled.
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Easy Chocolate Brownies with Peppermint Bark

A close-up of sliced brownies on a wooden cutting board, showing a dense, fudgy texture and a slightly crisp top. — Easy Chocolate Brownies with Peppermint Bark. Photo credit: Our Love Language is Food.

These brownies bake up fudgy and rich. Peppermint bark adds crunch and contrast. Chocolate flavor remains bold. Squares cut cleanly after cooling.
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Easy Apple Tart

An apple tart with a golden-brown crust and sliced apples sits in a round baking tin on a white textured surface. — Easy Apple Tart. Photo credit: The Moody Blonde.

Apple slices bake until tender on a thin crust. Juices thicken as the tart cools. The crust stays crisp underneath. It slices neatly for serving.
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Easy Peppermint Brownies

Close-up of brownies topped with crushed peppermint candy, placed on a red surface. — Easy Peppermint Brownies. Photo credit: The Moody Blonde.

These brownies feature peppermint flavor throughout the batter. The texture stays soft in the center. Chocolate and mint work together evenly. Bars hold their shape once cooled.
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Peppermint Cheesecake With Chocolate Drizzle

A cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, topped with chocolate drizzle, crushed peppermint candies, and a fresh mint garnish, with one slice removed. — Peppermint Cheesecake With Chocolate Drizzle. Photo credit: Made In A Pinch.

This cheesecake bakes into a smooth, dense filling. Peppermint flavor stays consistent throughout. Chocolate drizzle adds contrast on top. Slices look clean and defined.
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