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Christmas

Christmas

While most holidays have some special foods attached to them, Christmas seems to have the most variety. It's probably because Christmas is celebrated in so many ways leading up to the actually holiday - and it usually involves food. No matter how you celebrate at the holidays, we hope that these recipes will make things just a little extra festive for you and your family.



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celebrating the holidays

Office, school, or just celebrating "the holidays" with friends. These parties often involve festive drinks like wassail or hot buttered rum. Cookies are another huge part of Christmas. It seems like everyone has their favorite kinds that they make year after year: shortbread, candy cane cookies, cathedral windows, cherry winks, mincemeat and more

christmas dinner

The actual Christmas feast can include a day-long feeding frenzy from a family brunch to dessert after dinner. Some traditional dinner foods include prime rib, turkey, goose, or ham. The side dishes often are similar to those served at Thanksgiving and include sweet potatoes, green beans, or stuffing.



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recipe for eggnog cake with rum syrup

Eggnog Cake with Rum Syrup

Made with almonds, yellow cake mix, nutmeg, eggs, eggnog, vegetable oil, rum, rum flavoring, brandy flavoring

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for australian traditional christmas pudding

Australian Traditional Christmas Pudding

Made with breadcrumbs, butter, brown sugar, currants, raisins, sultanas, citron peel, eggs, salt, brandy

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for holiday sugar cookies

Holiday Sugar Cookies

Get ready to enjoy some delightful holiday sugar cookies that are both easy to make and endlessly customizable.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for italian christmas zucchini in agrodolce

Italian Christmas Zucchini in Agrodolce

Made with pine nuts, salt and pepper, olive oil, zucchini, garlic, vinegar, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for appetizer wreath

Appetizer Wreath

In just a few steps, you can whip up this appetizer wreath that combines the delicious crispiness of crescent rolls with a zesty cream cheese spread and a colorful array of fresh...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for christmas spice potpourri

Christmas Spice Potpourri

Add a little holiday fragrance with this easy to make recipe for potpourri. The combination of orange and lemon peels, cloves, allspice, cinnamon, and bay leaves will...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for christmas eggnog pound cake

Christmas Eggnog Pound Cake

Made with coconut extract, butter, shortening, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, eggnog, flaked coconut, sugar, eggs, lemon extract

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for christmas fragrance

Christmas Fragrance

Get into the holiday spirit with this simple recipe. Simmer cloves, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg in water on the stove for a wonderful scent that will fill the house.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for mrs. claus' eggnog cake with whipped cream frosting

Mrs. Claus' Eggnog Cake With Whipped Cream Frosting

Made with ground nutmeg, cornstarch, eggnog, rum extract, heavy whipping cream, sugar, salt, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for roll out christmas cookies

Roll Out Christmas Cookies

Grab your rolling pin because it's time to get those festive cookie cutters out and roll with it. This simple dough is your canvas for holiday creativity, with plenty of room...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oreo eggnog

Oreo Eggnog

Eggnog and oreos blended with whipped topping makes a heavenly holiday treat.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for candy cane jello shots

Candy Cane Jello Shots

Made with peppermint schnapps, cherry jello, Hot Damn liquor, sweetened condensed milk, water, unflavored gelatin powder


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for candy cane bark

Candy Cane Bark

Candy cane bark combines the sweet, rich flavor of white chocolate with the refreshing crunch of candy canes, making it a perfect treat for the holiday season.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for christmas cranberry punch

Christmas Cranberry Punch

Ready to add a splash of pizzazz to your holiday festivities? This vibrant Christmas cranberry punch combines juices that promise to tingle your taste buds and make every...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for australian traditional christmas cake

Australian Traditional Christmas Cake

The folks down under have a killer take on a Christmas cake. Brandy, lemon zest, warming spices, and raisins make for a deliciously fruity affair.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for low-carb eggnog

Low-Carb Eggnog

This low carb eggnog is a great holiday option for people who are on the keto diet, a low-sugar eating plan, or any carb-restricted diet.


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cranberry macadamia cookies

Cranberry Macadamia Cookies

Made with dried cranberries, sugar, brown sugar, butter, salt, baking soda, eggs, all-purpose flour, macadamia nuts

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for festive wassail

Festive Wassail

A mulled cider like this one is the perfect finishing touch on a holiday meal. Bright citrus with warming spices and an optional pour of rum makes a perfect wintertime punch.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker hot apple cider

Slow Cooker Hot Apple Cider

Cider slow-cooked with whole nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, and crystallized ginger is an absolute ambrosia for cold nights.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for christollen bread

Christollen Bread

Made with raisins, all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, cardamom, milk, sugar, margarine or butter, salt, egg, mixed candied fruits and peels

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for santa claus cake

Santa Claus Cake

This Santa Claus cake is an enchanting blend of maraschino cherries and nuts, baked to perfection in a charming mold. It's straightforward enough for novice bakers while still...


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for ultimate sugar cookies

Ultimate Sugar Cookies

A classic, soft sugar cookie recipe. Decorate as desired or simply leave plain (they are that good).

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for christmas butter cookies

Christmas Butter Cookies

Ever wondered how to make your festivities genuinely sparkle? Try your hand at these buttery cookies; they might just become a seasonal staple.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker hot mulled cider

Slow Cooker Hot Mulled Cider

'Tis the season to serve this delicious aromatic drink that warms the soul and fills the air with sweet apples and spiced tones.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for christmas cookie frosting

Christmas Cookie Frosting

Made with vanilla extract, powdered sugar, milk, butter or margarine


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cranberry punch

Cranberry Punch

This festive holiday drink works well with low sugar/diet ingredients as well as regular. Float the cranberries on top for a festive look.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for holiday gingerbread

Holiday Gingerbread

Made with sugar, egg, all-purpose flour, ground ginger, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, brown sugar, butter, molasses

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for breakfast eggnog

Breakfast Eggnog

This unusual mix of ingredients creates a sweet, creamy drink that can be used as an alternative to the standard breakfast smoothie.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for modern version of george washington's egg nog

Modern Version of George Washington's Egg Nog

Made with brandy, rye whiskey, dark Jamaica rum, cream sherry, extra large eggs, large eggs, sugar, milk, heavy cream


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for candy cane cocktail

Candy Cane Cocktail

A fun holiday cocktail made with vanilla rum, white chocolate liqueur, peppermint schnapps, and of course, candy canes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for elf belly buttons

Elf Belly Buttons

Made with red hot cinnamon candies or maraschino cherries, baking powder, shortening, sugar, lime gelatin, eggs, almond extract, flour, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for dad's hot buttered rum mix

Dad's Hot Buttered Rum Mix

Made with ground ginger, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, allspice, fresh nutmeg, ground cloves


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for drunken gingerbread men cupcakes

Drunken Gingerbread Men Cupcakes

Made with candied ginger, rum, spice cake mix, vanilla frosting, ground ginger, gingerbread man cookies

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sourdough german stollen

Sourdough German Stollen

Made with lemon peel, almond flavoring, salt, slivered almonds, currants, seedless raisins, golden raisins, sourdough starter sponge, milk, candied orange peel

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for christmas stollen

Christmas Stollen

Made with active dry yeast, milk, egg, sugar, salt, butter, bread flour, currants, sultana raisins, red candied cherries

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for classic snickerdoodles

Classic Snickerdoodles

Made with salt, sugar, margarine or butter, shortening, eggs, all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for british christmas victoria sandwich cake

British Christmas Victoria Sandwich Cake

Prepare yourself for a slice of history with this delightful Victoria sandwich cake, a time-honored recipe that marries sweet simplicity with a touch of...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for peppermint candy

Peppermint Candy

Made with red food coloring, peppermint extract, confectioners' sugar, corn syrup, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chocolate bark candy

Chocolate Bark Candy

Easy chocolate bark. Just stir your favorite add-ins into the melted chocolate coating (white, dark, milk, etc) and let harden in desired shapes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cherry christmas jam

Cherry Christmas Jam

Get ready to jar up some joy with this cherry Christmas jam. It's a sweet, tangy, and utterly festive addition to your holiday table or as a thoughtful homemade gift.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for christmas peanut butter balls

Christmas Peanut Butter Balls

Whip up some Christmas peanut butter balls with creamy peanut butter and chocolate chips in a few simple steps. These treats mix, chill, and are ready to be enjoyed...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for christmas morn' eggnog muffins

Christmas Morn' Eggnog Muffins

Add a festive touch to your holiday baking with these delicious eggnog muffins. Light, fluffy, and full of holiday cheer, these muffins are the perfect addition to your...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for zuccarini

Zuccarini

Made with butter, oil, sugar, eggs, lemon or anise extract, flour, baking powder, salt, water

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creme de cacao eggnog

Creme de Cacao Eggnog

Made with chocolate, eggnog, chocolate milk, creme de cacao, whipping cream


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for lace almond tuiles

Lace Almond Tuiles

Made with vanilla extract, butter, sugar, egg whites, all-purpose flour, almonds

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for almond bark cookies

Almond Bark Cookies

Made with peanuts, almond bark, peanut butter, rice krispies cereal, miniature marshmallows

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for southern egg nog

Southern Egg Nog

Made with sugar, eggs, whiskey or brandy, whipping cream


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for simon and seafort's prime rib with horseradish relish

Simon And Seafort's Prime Rib With Horseradish Relish

Made with salt, sugar, cider vinegar, coarse salt, beef prime rib roast, seasoned salt, black pepper, fresh horseradish

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for anoushabour (christmas pudding)

Anoushabour (Christmas Pudding)

Made with almonds or hazelnuts, pearl barley, sugar, raisins, water, ground cinnamon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for old english wassail

Old English Wassail

Made with cider, oranges, lemons, sugar, water, whole cloves, allspice berries, ground ginger, cinnamon sticks

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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