18 Easy Christmas Desserts Everyone Will Love

These festive holiday desserts are perfect for spreading a little extra cheer without spending all day in the kitchen. From easy pretzel reindeer and Grinch fudge to peppermint bark, cookie dip, and no-bake gingerbread cheesecake, these treats are as fun to make as they are to eat. You will also find classic holiday favorites like eggnog cheesecake, Starbucks-style gingerbread loaf, rocky road brownies, and chocolate mousse cake. Whether you are hosting a party, gifting sweets, or just treating yourself, these easy Christmas desserts are guaranteed to impress.

Easy Pretzel Reindeers with Chocolate

Chocolate-covered cookies decorated as reindeer with pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and red candy noses, surrounded by red glittery balls. — Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen

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Pretzels are shaped into reindeer faces and dipped in melted chocolate. Candy decorations add character and crunch. The chocolate sets quickly, making them easy to assemble. These treats are great for parties and kids activities.
Get the Recipe: Easy Pretzel Reindeers with Chocolate

Costco Pecan Pie

A slice of pecan pie being lifted from a pie dish, showing a flaky crust, gooey filling, and pecan topping. — Costco Pecan Pie. Photo credit: My Rad Kitchen.

This pie features a rich, gooey pecan filling with a flaky crust. The filling sets firmly while staying soft in the center. Each slice holds together cleanly. It delivers classic pecan pie flavor at home.
Get the Recipe: Costco Pecan Pie

Eggnog Cheesecake

A cheesecake with a graham cracker crust is sliced, topped with swirls of whipped cream, and served on a wooden board with parchment paper. — Eggnog Cheesecake. Photo credit: My Rad Kitchen.

Eggnog is blended into a smooth cheesecake filling. Warm spices give it seasonal depth. The texture stays dense and creamy. It slices best after chilling overnight.
Get the Recipe: Eggnog Cheesecake

4 Ingredient Peppermint Bark Recipe

A plate of chocolate bark topped with white chocolate and crushed peppermint candy pieces is arranged on a platter. — 4 Ingredient Peppermint Bark Recipe. Photo credit: The Art of Food and Wine.

This bark uses simple ingredients layered together. Chocolate sets firmly with peppermint pieces throughout. It breaks easily into pieces. It stores well for gifting.
Get the Recipe: 4 Ingredient Peppermint Bark Recipe

Christmas Cornflake Brittle

A plate of chocolate bark topped with red, green, and white sprinkles, set on a festive napkin with a glass of milk and holiday beads in the background. — Christmas Cornflake Brittle. Photo credit: The Cookin’ Chicks.

Cornflakes are coated in a sweet, crunchy mixture and baked until crisp. The texture is light and snappy. Each piece breaks cleanly once cooled. It adds variety to cookie trays.
Get the Recipe: Christmas Cornflake Brittle

Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf

A loaf of gingerbread cake with creamy frosting, partially sliced, sits on a cooling rack next to a red striped cloth. — Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf. Photo credit: The Cookin’ Chicks.

This loaf delivers warm gingerbread spices throughout. The crumb stays soft and moist. A light topping adds sweetness. It slices neatly for serving.
Get the Recipe: Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf

Decadent Strawberry Chocolate Bark

Broken pieces of dark chocolate bark topped with dried strawberries, pistachios, and shredded coconut, some pieces placed in a clear plastic bag with a snowflake pattern. — Decadent Strawberry Chocolate Bark. Photo credit: Eat Fresh Glow.

Chocolate bark is topped with strawberries for contrast. The fruit adds texture and visual appeal. The chocolate snaps when broken. It works well chilled or at room temperature.
Get the Recipe: Decadent Strawberry Chocolate Bark

Rocky Road Brownies With Freeze Dried Raspberries

Rows of chocolate brownies topped with marshmallows, chocolate chips, and red berry pieces, arranged on a white surface. — Rocky Road Brownies With Freeze Dried Raspberries. Photo credit: Eat Fresh Glow.

These brownies combine chocolate, marshmallows, and raspberries. The texture balances chewy and fudgy. The raspberries add bursts of flavor. Each square cuts cleanly once set.
Get the Recipe: Rocky Road Brownies With Freeze Dried Raspberries

Easy Grinch Fudge (No-Bake!) – The Perfect Christmas Sweet Treat

Squares of green fudge topped with red heart decorations are arranged on a wooden board with scattered white chocolate chips. — Easy Grinch Fudge (No-Bake!) – The Perfect Christmas Sweet Treat. Photo credit: Mommy Christmas.

This fudge sets without baking and uses simple ingredients. The texture is soft but sliceable. Bright color makes it stand out on dessert tables. Each piece holds its shape well.
Get the Recipe: Easy Grinch Fudge (No-Bake!) – The Perfect Christmas Sweet Treat

Creamy RumChata Pudding Shots – Easy 5-Ingredient Holiday Dessert

Small plastic cups filled with creamy yellow dessert, topped with whipped cream and gold sprinkles, arranged on a light surface with gold decorative balls. — Creamy RumChata Pudding Shots – Easy 5-Ingredient Holiday Dessert. Photo credit: Hungry Whisk.

These pudding shots combine creamy texture with spiced flavor. They set firmly in small cups. Portions are easy to serve. They work well for adult gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Creamy RumChata Pudding Shots – Easy 5-Ingredient Holiday Dessert

Tiramisu Cheesecake

A cheesecake with a slice removed sits on a white cake stand, dusted with cocoa powder, with a metal scoop and plate in the background. — Tiramisu Cheesecake. Photo credit: Next Level Baker.

This cheesecake blends espresso, cream cheese, and cocoa flavors. The filling is smooth and firm enough to slice neatly. Coffee notes come through without overpowering the dessert. It works well chilled overnight.
Get the Recipe: Tiramisu Cheesecake

Pistachio Cheesecake

A cheesecake with a pistachio crust and whipped cream topping sits on a patterned cake stand, with one slice removed to show the creamy interior. — Pistachio Cheesecake. Photo credit: Next Level Baker.

Ground pistachios add flavor and color to the creamy filling. The texture stays rich and smooth. Each slice holds its shape on the plate. It pairs nicely with a simple crust.
Get the Recipe: Pistachio Cheesecake

Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Dip

A bowl of dip topped with a piece of Christmas-themed snack cake and red, green, and white sprinkles, set on a festive tablecloth with Santa Claus patterns. — Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Dip. Photo credit: Hezzi D’s Recipe Box.

This dessert dip mimics the flavor of the classic snack cake. The texture is creamy and spreadable. It works well with cookies, pretzels, or graham crackers. The colors make it festive for serving.
Get the Recipe: Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Dip

Cranberry Orange Sourdough Loaf

A loaf of glazed bread with cranberries, sliced on a wooden board, alongside orange slices and whole cranberries; a fork and napkin rest nearby. — Cranberry Orange Sourdough Loaf. Photo credit: The Peasant’s Daughter.

This loaf blends tart cranberries with citrus zest. The crumb stays chewy and structured. Orange flavor comes through without bitterness. It slices cleanly once cooled.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Orange Sourdough Loaf

Gingerbread Cheesecake

A slice of cheesecake with whipped cream and crumbs sits on a white plate with a spoon, set on a red tablecloth. — Gingerbread Cheesecake. Photo credit: Homemade In The Kitchen.

Warm spices flavor the cheesecake filling throughout. The texture stays creamy and dense. Gingerbread notes deepen as it chills. It works well as a make-ahead dessert.
Get the Recipe: Gingerbread Cheesecake

Puff Pastry Apple Galette

A baked apple galette topped with three scoops of vanilla ice cream in a black cast iron skillet, surrounded by fresh apples on a red cloth. — Puff Pastry Apple Galette. Photo credit: The Short Order Cook.

Thin apple slices bake inside flaky puff pastry. The edges crisp while the center stays tender. Juices thicken as it cools. It serves well slightly warm or room temperature.
Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Apple Galette

Red Velvet Brownies with Cake Mix

Nine square pieces of red velvet brownies with visible white chocolate chips, arranged neatly on a white surface. — Red Velvet Brownies with Cake Mix. Photo credit: The Short Order Cook.

Cake mix creates a shortcut brownie base. The texture lands between cakey and fudgy. Red velvet flavor remains subtle and balanced. They bake evenly in one pan.
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Christmas Tree Cake Balls

A plate of white chocolate-coated truffles decorated with red icing and green sprinkles, with Christmas ornaments and treats in the background. — Christmas Tree Cake Balls. Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Cake crumbs mix with frosting into bite sized balls. A coating seals in moisture. They are easy to decorate for the season. Each bite stays soft and rich.
Get the Recipe: Christmas Tree Cake Balls