Holiday Baking

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Chanukah Cranberry-Pistachio Doughnut Holes

Fried pastries are a traditional part of many Chanukah celebrations around the world. These scrumptious bites are similar to treats served in Italy and Israel.

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Cookie Dough Stained Glass Cookies

These colorful sugar cookies make a gorgeous addition to any dessert plate. Use holiday cookie cutters for a party-ready presentation.

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Christmas Wreath Pavlova(with video)

This large meringue is just as beautiful as it is tasty. The whipped cream, pistachios, and fresh fruit help keep this dessert from veering too sweet.

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Lemon-Cranberry Icebox Cookies

These quick and easy icebox cookies, loaded with the festive holiday flavors of lemon and cranberry, can be made ahead, frozen, and baked on your time!

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Peppermint Marshmallows

Plop these festive minty marshmallows into hot chocolate or turn them into the most delectable s’mores.

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Snowcap Cake Pops(with video)

Impress your guests this holiday season with glittery cake pops. Switch up the cake mix for a fun change of flavor.

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Chocolate Thumbprints

A Hershey's kiss crowns this quick and easy riff on classic holiday thumbprint cookies. Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch.

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Cherry-Almond Thumbprints

Dress up ready-to-bake sugar cookie dough with crunchy almonds and colorful maraschino cherries. These cookies are ready to go in 30 minutes!

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Cookie Dough Linzer Bars

Elevate plain slice-and-bake sugar cookie dough into something holiday-ready with these festive bars. Use your favorite jam to personalize the flavor!

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Gluten-Free Peppermint Meringues

Dress up your holiday cookie tray with these gluten-free, 5 ingredient peppermint meringues. Drizzle these light-as-air puffs with chocolate for extra flair!

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Pineapple Raisin Drop Cookies

Pineapple accents these family-favorite drop cookies studded with raisins. Bake an extra batch for quick and easy gift giving!

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Cinnamon-Sugar Elephant Ears

These classic cookies are also known as palmiers. Cinnamon sugar fills every bite of these flaky, crispy treats that can be made in just 30 minutes!

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Mexican-Spiced Chocolate Crinkles

Devil’s food cake mix lends rich, fudgy flavor to these party-ready cookies. Warm cinnamon and spicy cayenne enhance the deep chocolate base.

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Triple Ginger Molasses Cookies

Bold ginger is used three different ways in this chewy, updated version of the classic gingersnap. Whole-wheat flour lends heartiness to the spiced dough.

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White Chocolate Hazelnut Shortbread

White chocolate adorns these crispy hazelnut shortbread cookies. Festive on a cookie tray, these holiday favorites pair perfectly with hot chocolate.

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Crumb Topped Jam Bars

Flaky, buttery jam bars are a sweet addition to any holiday spread. This super-easy version has only four ingredients, making it a snap to throw together!

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Gingerbread Man Garland

Thread these adorable (and tasty!) gingerbread man cookies on a red or green ribbon for the perfect homemade accent to your Christmas tree!

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Glazed Sugar Cookie Star Garland

These festive sugar cookies will brighten any Christmas tree! Kids can decorate and help thread the stars on this homemade garland.