A delicious collection of festive Christmas treats to enjoy and give as gifts, featuring peanut butter blossoms, peppermint bark, sugar-cookie martinis, gingersnaps, reindeer chow and more.
Christmas Treats to Get You Festive!
Ready to dive into the holiday spirit with easy, crowd-pleasing Christmas treats? From classic cookies to simple candies and holiday drinks, this collection has something for every celebration.
You’ll find tried-and-true favorites—peanut butter blossoms, peppermint bark, reindeer chow, snowball cookies and more—plus a few no-bake and healthy options so everyone at your table can enjoy something special.
Welcome to the 1st Annual Beaming Holiday Treat-a-Palooza. I hope these recipes inspire your baking and gifting this season. Let me know which treats you loved and what you’d like to see next year.
Pantry Ingredients for Christmas Treats Recipes
Most of these recipes use common pantry staples you likely already have on hand:
- Flour: all-purpose flour
- Butter: unsalted butter at room temperature for best texture
- Eggs: large eggs at room temperature
- Sugar: granulated cane sugar for most recipes
- Brown sugar: use light or dark as specified in recipes
- Salt: fine table salt
- Baking soda & baking powder: use fresh leaveners for best results
- Tools: a medium and small cookie scoop plus a stand mixer will make many recipes easier
Easy Christmas Treats Recipes – Best Holiday Treats!
A curated collection of holiday treats to eat and gift, including peanut butter blossoms, peppermint bark, gingersnaps, reindeer chow, and more.
Easy Christmas Treats // Easy Holiday Treats
These are some of my favorite easy Christmas treats—from quick 5-minute snacks to bite-sized cookies that look like tiny snowballs. Perfect for busy holiday prep or last-minute guests.
Christmas Crack Recipe with Saltines
A festive, easy treat made with just 5 ingredients: crackers layered with toffee, chocolate and sprinkles. Salty and sweet with a satisfying crunch.
Reindeer Chow
Cheerful and colorful five-minute Reindeer Chow mixes Cheerios, pretzels and Rice Chex with white chocolate and red-and-green M&M’s for a perfect salty-and-sweet snack.
Candy Cane Hearts
A simple treat made by joining two mini candy canes and filling the center with chocolate. Festive and easy to make for kids and adults alike.
Snowball Cookies
Buttery, tender walnut-based cookies rolled in powdered sugar so they resemble little snowballs—perfect for a joyful holiday platter.
Christmas Treats for Gifts
Edible gifts are always appreciated. These recipes make beautiful homemade presents for neighbors, teachers and friends.
Peppermint Bark Recipe
Peppermint bark layers white and semi-sweet chocolate infused with peppermint and topped with crushed candy cane—an elegant, easy gift.
Peanut Butter Blossoms
Sugar-dipped peanut butter cookies with crisp edges and chewy centers, each topped with a chocolate kiss—classic and gift-ready.
Keto Coconut Clusters
Crispy, crunchy coconut clusters with toasted coconut, nuts and seeds—great for a lower-carb or paleo-friendly sweet bite.
Sesame Tahini Cookies
Buttery-rich tahini cookies with a crisp sesame coating and tender interior—an elegant twist on the holiday cookie table.
Whipped Shortbread Cookies
Melt-in-your-mouth, buttery shortbread cookies with crisp edges. Simple, four-ingredient recipe—no chilling required.
Easy No-Bake Christmas Treats
No oven? No problem. These no-bake sweets are quick to assemble and perfect for gift bags, cookie exchanges, or snack bowls.
4 Ingredient Peppermint Crunch Bars
Just four ingredients make candy-cane inspired crunch bars—fast, festive and dairy-free options are possible.
Chocolate Almond Bark – 3 Ingredients!
Simple almond bark loaded with toasted almonds and rich chocolate—an easy, elegant no-bake candy to package and gift.
3 Ingredient No-Bake Cookies (Vegan)
Chewy no-bake cookies made from oats and peanut butter—ready in minutes and great for little hands to help make.
Coconut Chia Pudding
Creamy coconut chia pudding made with five ingredients—serve in jars for a lighter holiday dessert or breakfast gift.
2 Ingredient Chocolate Coconut Candy Clusters
Five minutes of prep yields chewy, chocolatey coconut clusters—super simple and kid-friendly.
Peppermint Fudge – Keto Mint Fudge!
Dreamy peppermint fudge made with just a few ingredients—rich, minty and suitable for low-carb holiday options.
Christmas Treats for Kids & Adults Alike
These treats are fun to make with family and sure to please guests of all ages—baking together is part of the holiday magic.
Gingersnaps {Thin ‘n Crispy}
Thin, crisp gingersnaps bursting with ginger, cloves and cinnamon—perfect with a cup of hot cocoa.
Almond Joy
Coconut bars dipped in chocolate and topped with roasted almonds—reminiscent of the classic candy bar in homemade form.
Orange Cardamom Muffins
Soft, fragrant orange-cardamom muffins make a lovely addition to holiday brunch or a thoughtful homemade gift.
Brownie Cookies
Shiny-topped, fudgy cookies with crisp edges and chewy centers—an indulgent addition to any cookie tray.
Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
Cinnamon oatmeal cookies with crisp edges and chewy centers—cozy spice flavors that make the season brighter.
Chocolate Orange Muffins
Rich chocolate paired with bright orange—moist muffins that feel a little like a chocolate-orange dessert in muffin form.
Healthy Christmas Treats
You can still enjoy delightful treats while choosing healthier ingredients. These recipes offer flavorful options made with whole-food ingredients.
Healthy Chewy Coconut Cookies
Chewy coconut cookies made with wholesome ingredients—delicious and satisfying without excess sugar.
Keto Peanut Butter Cookies
A lower-carb peanut butter cookie with crisp edges and satisfying flavor—great for guests following keto or low-carb diets.
Healthy Oatmeal Cookies
Lightly sweet oatmeal cookies with warm spices—perfect for a treat that feels a bit healthier without sacrificing flavor.
3 Ingredient Healthy Rice Crispy Treats
A quick, three-ingredient version of rice crispy treats that skips marshmallows, ideal for a lighter holiday snack.
Healthy Vegan Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies
Chewy oats, warm spices and tart cranberries make these a smart, tasty holiday cookie that everyone can enjoy.
Deliciously Healthy Orange Bread
Moist orange bread made with whole ingredients—great for holiday morning breakfasts or gifting by the loaf.
Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Nutritious and tasty peanut butter oatmeal cookies made with simple, whole ingredients—also great for Christmas morning.
Gluten Free Christmas Treats
Gluten-free options abound here, so no one has to miss out on holiday baking or gifting.
Vegan Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread (1-bowl, Oat Flour)
Moist, lightly sweet pumpkin bread made with oat flour—an easy gluten-free, vegan loaf full of cozy spice.
Gluten Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Lightly spiced, chewy gluten-free oatmeal cookies loaded with chocolate chips or raisins—comforting and crowd-pleasing.
Vegan Gluten Free Muffins
A versatile gluten-free vegan muffin batter you can customize with chocolate chips, berries, or citrus zest for seasonal flavors.
4 Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Chewy coconut macaroons with crisp edges—just four ingredients for a naturally gluten-free treat.
Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies
Soft, cake-like pumpkin cookies that are gluten free and perfect with chocolate chips or other add-ins.
Dairy Free Gluten Free Desserts: a collection
A comprehensive roundup of gluten-free, dairy-free desserts so everyone can enjoy seasonal sweets.
Holiday Treats: Drinks & Cocktails
- Peppermint Milkshake
- Gingerbread Martini
- Peppermint Martini
- Extra Dirty Martini
- Pumpkin Cocktail
- Greyhound Drink
- Apple Juice Cocktail
- Chocolate Espresso Martini
- Hot and Dirty Martini
- Chocolate Peppermint Martini
Tools You Need
- Stand mixer
- Glass mixing bowls
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Cocktail shaker set
- Measuring jigger
- Stainless steel sifter
- Medium cookie scoop
Merry Holidays!!
I hope you and your loved ones enjoy this year’s 1st Annual Beaming Holiday Treat-a-Palooza. Tell me which recipes were your favorites and what you’d like to see next year. Share your photos on Instagram and tag @beamingbaker with #beamingbaker—I love seeing your recreations.
Wishing you a safe, joyful and happy holiday season from our home to yours.
Sending love,
Xo Demeter and Erik ❤️
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