10 Christmas Desserts

When the holiday season approaches, you might find yourself surrounded by an array of tempting Christmas desserts that capture the essence of the festivities. From gingerbread cookies with their spicy sweetness to the intricate Buche de Noel, each treat offers its own charm. Imagine savoring the rich flavors of Christmas pudding or the delightful layers of a trifle. Curious about what other festive delights could grace your table?

Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread cookies are the holiday staple that makes you feel like an architect and a chef at the same time.

They’re like edible Legos, but with more sugar and less stepping on them in the dark.

Plus, decorating them is the adult version of playing with your food.

For some extra pizzazz, get creative with different cookie cutter shapes.

👉 Shop Gingerbread Cookie Cutters – because who says gingerbread men can’t be gingerbread dinosaurs?

And don’t forget the icing to make those cookies look like a Pinterest masterpiece.

👉 Shop Wilton Cookie Icing – for turning your cookies into tiny, sugary works of art.

Oh, and if you want to make your life a little easier, grab a silicone baking mat.

👉 Shop Silicone Baking Mat – because no one has time for sticky messes when you’re in cookie mode.

Buche De Noel (Yule Log)

Christmas isn’t Christmas without a Buche De Noel gracing your dessert table.

This yule log cake is a feast for the eyes and taste buds, with its rolled sponge cake, rich filling, and chocolate bark.

It’s like a festive forest floor you can’t wait to devour.

Wrap it up with some edible ornaments and a dusting of powdered sugar snow.

👉 Shop Nonstick Swiss Roll Pan – because no one wants a sticky mess when you’re rolling out your masterpiece.

👉 Shop Offset Spatula – for spreading that luscious filling like a pro.

👉 Shop Wilton Decorating Tip Set – because your yule log deserves more than just basic frosting.

Panettone

Panettone is like the Italian cousin who shows up to Christmas dinner with way too much personality and a boozy fruitcake under one arm.

This sweet bread is basically a celebration in a loaf, and it’s perfect if you’re into gifts that taste like they’ve had a party in the oven.

Forget boring bread—this is the fluffy, fruity, festive delight your holiday table deserves.

👉 Shop Bauducco Panettone – because who doesn’t love a buttery, sweet treat that screams holiday spirit?

👉 Shop Loison Panettone – for when you want your dessert to look as fancy as it tastes.

👉 Shop Fiasconaro Panettone – indulge in this Sicilian twist that’ll make your taste buds dance the tarantella.

Peppermint Bark

Peppermint bark is basically Christmas in a bite.

Rich chocolate layers meet invigorating peppermint for the ultimate holiday snack.

Whip some up and watch it disappear faster than Santa down a chimney.

👉 Shop Ghirardelli White Chocolate Chips – because quality matters when you’re impressing the in-laws.

👉 Shop Wilton Baking Pan – don’t let your bark stick, unless it’s part of the charm.

👉 Shop Crushed Peppermint Candy Canes – sprinkle like a pro, because nobody likes a bald bark.

Christmas Pudding

Christmas pudding is the OG of holiday desserts.

It’s basically fruitcake’s overachieving cousin.

Rich, dense, and unapologetically boozy.

And let’s face it, you could probably use some brandy-soaked goodness in your life right now.

You can make it weeks in advance, too.

Because who’s time to bake on Christmas Eve?

Get your hands on a pudding steamer and thank me later.

👉 Shop Pudding Steamer – Perfect for keeping that pudding nice and moist.

Let’s not forget about the secret sauce—the brandy butter.

Because why stop at one kind of booze?

👉 Shop Brandy Butter – Your Christmas pudding deserves this creamy dream.

The holidays are stressful enough without a kitchen meltdown.

So grab a pudding basin and breathe easy.

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Eggnog Cheesecake

Eggnog cheesecake is like the cool cousin who shows up at Christmas dinner and steals the show.

Rich, creamy, and spiked with just the right amount of holiday cheer, this dessert is a must-have.

Serve it up, and watch even the fruitcake fans get on board.

👉 Shop Springform Pan – because wrestling cheesecake out of a regular pan is a one-way ticket to disaster.

👉 Shop KitchenAid Stand Mixer – for effortless mixing that’s smoother than Santa’s sleigh ride.

👉 Shop Nutmeg Grater – because freshly grated nutmeg is the little black dress of holiday spices.

Stollen

Stollen is basically Christmas in bread form.

It’s got fruit, nuts, and a big ol’ stripe of marzipan right down the middle.

Slice it up for breakfast or slap on some butter for a late-night snack.

👉 Shop Marzipan – because life’s too short for boring bread.

👉 Shop Dried Fruit Mix – because fruitcake shouldn’t hog all the dried fruit glory.

👉 Shop Almond Flour – for those who like their stollen a little nutty.

Sugar Cookies

Sugar cookies are the life of any Christmas party — they’re like that friend who never misses a beat.

Grab your favorite cookie cutters and let your creativity run wild.

Add some festive sprinkles, and voilà, you have a Christmas masterpiece that’s almost too cute to eat.

But who are we kidding? You’ll devour them.

Make sure to have some royal icing handy for that perfect Instagram shot.

👉 Shop Wilton Metal Cookie Cutters – because nothing says “I’m a pro” like perfectly shaped cookies.

👉 Shop Betty Crocker Sprinkles – add that extra sparkle to your cookies because life’s too short for boring desserts.

👉 Shop Chefmaster Royal Icing Mix – for that glossy, professional finish that’ll make Martha Stewart jealous.

Trifle

Trifle is the sassy dessert that saunters in and steals the show at Christmas.

Layers of sponge cake, custard, fruit, and cream—it’s like a holiday party in a glass.

And don’t even get me started on the boozy versions.

Because who doesn’t love a dessert that offers a little tipsy cheer?

👉 Shop Trifle Bowl – Showcase those sexy layers in style with a clear glass bowl.

👉 Shop Whipped Cream Dispenser – Whip it good and fast because nobody has time for manual labor.

👉 Shop Custard Powder – Because nobody wants to be stirring forever like it’s the 1800s.

Fruitcake

Fruitcake is the Beyoncé of Christmas desserts—love it or hate it, you can’t ignore it.

Imagine a rockstar lineup of dried fruits and nuts grooving together in one dense, flavorful performance.

It’s the kind of dessert that practically insists on being the center of attention at your Christmas table.

Wanna bake it like a pro? You’ll need a heavy-duty stand mixer to whip up that batter like a boss.

👉 Shop KitchenAid Stand Mixer – because your hand mixer just can’t hang.

Don’t forget the trusty loaf pan for that signature shape that screams, “I’m a classic.”

👉 Shop Wilton Loaf Pan – for slicing up nostalgia with a side of fruit and nut perfection.

And for those who like to live on the edge, a splash of brandy or rum can make your fruitcake truly legendary.

👉 Shop Brandy for Baking – because a boozy kick is always a good idea.