With Christmas and New Year's around the corner, I wanted to share some of our favorite recipes for the holiday season! We've got everything from Appetizers to Desserts and even a fun holiday drink! Everything has been separated out for you into categories below, so I hope you enjoy it and can find something fun to make this year! One of our favorite things to make from this list is the M&M Kissed Pretzels. These are so fun and great for kids to help with!

Holiday Appetizers for Christmas & New Year's
- Caprese Salad Appetizer Skewers - Use toothpicks to make these look like wreaths, perfect for a holiday party!
- Classic Deviled Eggs - An obvious holiday staple!
- Cranberry Brie Tartlets - Such a classy appetizer, and so good too!
- Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange - Simply classic.
- Pressure Cooker Cranberry Sauce - Just a different way to cook this classic.
Hearty Meals to Cook During the Holiday Seasons
- Hamburger Veggie Soup - Such a great soup for those chilly evenings.
- Quick & Easy Chili Recipe - This recipe calls for ground turkey, but you can easily substitute ground beef for a more traditional flavor!
- Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Homemade Whipped Topping - Our Favorite Christmas Morning Tradition!
- Banana & Dark Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Fresh Raspberry Syrup - Maybe you want a more unique Christmas breakfast!
Christmas Dinner Ideas
- Orange Balsamic Glazed Ham - Can anything with balsamic taste terrible?? I think not!
- Classic Deviled Eggs - An obvious holiday staple!
- Cheesy Garlic and Herb Mashed Potatoes - All the buttery goodness.
- Sauteed French Green Beans with Toasted Almonds - A great way to Elevate Christmas dinner!
- Chicken and Cornbread Dressing - A great side dish or even a main course!
Christmas Desserts
- Peppermint S'mores Saltine Cracker Toffee - This is SO easy to make and absolutely delicious!
- Hot Chocolate Cupcakes with Peppermint Marshmallow Frosting - Christmas wrapped up into cupcakes.
- How to Grinch Stole Christmas Inspired Cookies - A must-have while watching the classical holiday Christmas show!
- M&M Kissed Pretzels - One of the easiest desserts to make with kids, even young toddlers!
- Chocolate Spoons - If you're looking for a fun host gift, these are absolutely delicious and adorable!
- 7-Up Pound Cake - I remember making this all the time in my childhood, but I don't see much of it now.
Holiday Beverages
- Orange Moscow Mule - A fun twist on a classic, making it a great addition to any holiday party or night at home.
Fun Holiday Food Decor Projects
- Easy Cranberry Centerpiece - If you're looking for a quick, easy way to decorate your table for Christmas Dinner, this is it!
Ben Norris
I tried it and I simply loved it.
Sean
This helpful guide on making holiday appetizers is so amazing. I appreciate the effort that went into creating it, and I'm looking forward to trying out some of the delicious recipes
geometry dash
Thats lovely, we prepare some for Christmas aswell❤
fnaf
Highlighting the M&M Kissed Pretzels as a personal favorite adds a personal touch to the text, creating a sense of familiarity and authenticity.
connections
Alternate cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves on toothpicks. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Sidney
What a delicious recipe, perfect for the holidays! Glazed ham is a classic.