Best Christmas Desserts! Get over 20 holiday recipes that you’ll want to make all year round! These easy and fun recipes are tested and perfected. Check out all the best desserts to add to your holiday table.
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20 Best Christmas Desserts for all of those fun get togethers this year. I put together a list of some traditional Christmas desserts, as well as some non-traditional ones. I hope you love them all!
Cranberry Orange Spice Cake
This holiday classic is made with fresh cranberries, orange juice and zest, and is topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting.
![Cranberry orange spice cake on a plate with candied cranberries on top makes it a best Christmas desserts recipe.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cranberry-orange-spice-cake-2.jpg)
![Cranberry Orange Cake](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Cranberry-Orange-Cake-8-150x150.jpg)
Amaretto Mascarpone Cheesecake
For a fun spin on Italian cheesecake, try this Amaretto Mascarpone Cheesecake featuring an amaretti cookie crust and mascarpone filling.
![Amaretto Mascarpone Cheesecake on a white plate.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/amaretto-mascarpone-cheesecake.jpg)
![Amaretto Mascarpone Cheesecake on a plate with amaretti cookies.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/fullsizeoutput_4527-125x125.jpeg)
Tiramisu with Kahlua
I love to serve Tiramisu for any special occasion. This recipe, made with Kahlua liqueur and no raw eggs, is my absolute favorite and can be made days in advance.
![slice of tiramisu on a white plate with checkered napkin.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/tiramisu-.jpg)
![tiramisu on a white plate.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_0040-150x150.jpg)
Fresh Apple Caramel Squares
You always need some sort of apple dessert to end your holiday meal! I love these bars because they are easy to make using the dough for the crust and topping, and have a caramel sauce drizzled on top.
![fresh apple caramel squares on a black serving plate.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/apple-caramel-squares.jpg)
![Fresh apple caramel squares.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/fullsizeoutput_5a15-125x125.jpeg)
Espresso Cupcakes
Serve up some adult cupcakes that are delicious flavored with ground espresso and topped with an amazing frosting. Top with chocolate covered espresso beans for a fun touch!
![Espresso cupcake on a counter with cupcake liner pulled down.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Espresso-Cupcakes-27.jpg)
![Espresso Cupcakes](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Espresso-Cupcakes-24-150x150.jpg)
Pumpkin Biscotti
Come Christmas I’m still craving those pumpkin flavors! Switch it up from pie and make these delicious pumpkin biscotti with white chocolate. Great for dipping!
![pumpkin biscotti with white chocolate drizzle piled high on a plate are definitely a best Christmas desserts recipe.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/pumpkin-biscotti-.jpg)
![pumpkin biscotti with white chocolate drizzle on a white plate.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_0046-150x150.jpg)
Amaretto Pound Cake
Bring the unexpected with this Amaretto pound cake topped with a delicious and easy Amaretto butter glaze. You’re going to love how moist and simple this pound cake is.
![Amaretto pound cake with glaze and sliced almonds on a white platter.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/amaretto-pound-cake.jpg)
![Amaretto Pound Cake recipe with Amaretto Butter Glaze.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Amaretto-Pound-Cake-13-150x150.jpg)
Italian Thumbprint Cookies
These classic cookies are always a favorite at Christmastime! This updated classic features a crunchy almond crust and a delicious fig jam filling.
![Italian Thumbprint cookies on a plate with a jar of fig jam next to it.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Italian-thumbprint-cookies.jpg)
![Italian Fig and almond cookies on a plate with fig jam in the background.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/fullsizeoutput_3d93-125x125.jpeg)
Lemon Ricotta Cake
This super popular recipe is great for the holidays too! Lemon Ricotta Cake stays super moist thanks to the addition of ricotta cheese. It’s the perfect cake to entertain with.
![slice of italian lemon ricotta cake on a plate with a checkered napkin in the background.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/lemon-ricotta-cake-2.jpg)
![slice of lemon ricotta cake on a white plate.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_0088-1-150x150.jpg)
Eggnog Cheesecake Bars
Your guests are going to love these cute and tasty Eggnog Cheesecake Bars with a graham cracker crust. Make these bars up to two days in advance and chill until serving.
![Prepared cheesecake bars on cut on a white serving platter with dollops of whipped cream on top.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D23C8FEC-FB8C-4798-BD97-A24DA50AF5FF.jpeg)
![eggnog cheesecake bars on a white platter.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/7AEC5721-AD4B-43AA-8BA1-FBF20D959193-150x150.jpeg)
Candy Cane Kiss Cookies
Candy Cane Kiss Cookies are made with Hershey’s Candy Cane Kisses and are the perfect holiday cookie! Don’t miss this festive and easy-to-make Christmas treat that’s great for cookie exchanges or your holiday dessert table.
![Candy Cane Kiss cookies on a white plate.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/262473CF-A987-4D7A-97EC-74E6C63E0EE0.jpeg)
![Candy Cane Kiss Cookies piled on a white plate.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Candy-Cane-Kiss-Cookies-3-150x150.jpg)
Cranberry Ricotta Cake
Cranberry Ricotta Cake is a deliciously moist Italian cake recipe that only takes 10 minutes to put together! Great for the holidays, you are going to love this sweet and slightly tart ricotta cake.
![Cranberry Ricotta Cake on a white serving plate with a checkered napkin behind it.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/CD255491-4BEF-454D-BCCC-36048AD5C201.jpeg)
![Cranberry ricotta cake](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/849FFA74-B076-4906-8C63-8A4ED22CA18C-150x150.jpeg)
Apple Spice Cake
Apple Spice Cake with Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting is made with real apple chunks and applesauce. This moist and flavorful cake is a true recipe perfected. Don’t miss the BEST Apple Spice Cake recipe from scratch!
![Apple Spice Cake on a plate with a cake on a pedestal next to it.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CCA0EF57-48B0-4049-8A4F-346156DDCFF1.jpeg)
![Apple Spice Cake with Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Apple-Spice-Cake-with-Cinnamon-Buttercream-Frosting-6-150x150.jpg)
Cannoli Pound Cake
Cannoli Pound Cake is a moist and delicious recipe for classic ricotta pound cake using all of those cannoli flavors you love! Chopped pistachios, mini chocolate chips, orange zest, and ricotta cheese make this Italian pound cake truly a special recipe for any occasion.
![Cannoli pound cake on a wood cutting board.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cannoli-pound-cake-2.jpg)
![Cannoli Pound cake sliced on a wood cutting board.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_0026-150x150.jpg)
Almond Ricotta Cake
Italian Almond Ricotta Cake is the perfect holiday dessert. This recipe is full of flavor and so simple to make with ricotta cheese and almond extract. There’s a reason it’s one of my most popular recipes ever!
![Almond ricotta cake on a white plate with a slice of it in the background.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/almond-ricotta-cake-2.jpg)
![Almond Ricotta cake with slice almonds and powdered sugar on top.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/fullsizeoutput_446e-125x125.jpeg)
Italian Apple Cake
Italian Apple Cake is a moist and flavorful Italian cake made with olive oil, lemon, and both diced and grated apple. This tested and perfected recipe is a traditional Italian cake that is delicious served for Christmas breakfast or dessert.
![Italian apple cake on a plate with a checkered napkin in the background.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/italian-apple-cake.jpg)
![italian apple cake.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_0078-150x150.jpg)
Christmas M&M Cookies
Surprise the kids with these Soft Batch Christmas M&M Cookies! These cookies are super soft, perfectly chewy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. It’s a definite Best Christmas Desserts recipe!
![Christmas M&M's cookies on a white plate with ornaments in the background makes a the best Christmas desserts recipe.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Christmas-MMs-cookies-.jpg)
![Christmas M&M Cookies](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Christmas-MM-Cookies-6-150x150.jpg)
Salted Chocolate Caramel Squares
Indulge your tastebuds with these delicious and easy to make Salted Chocolate Caramel Squares with a shortbread crust and dark chocolate topping. Simple and tasty, these are the perfect treats the holidays.
![Salted Chocolate Caramel squares stacked on a plate are definitely a best Christmas desserts recipe!](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/salted-chocolate-caramel-squares-.jpg)
![Salted Chocolate Caramel Squares](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/fullsizeoutput_4856-125x125.jpeg)
Tiramisu Bundt Cake
Tiramisu Bundt Cake is a fun take on traditional Italian tiramisu with all of those tiramisu flavors you love! Made with Kahlua, espresso, and mascarpone, this tiramisu cake is great for holidays!
![Tiramisu Bundt Cake on a white plate makes a great Christmas dessert.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Tiramisu-Bundt-Cake.jpg)
![Overhead photo of tiramisu bundt cake](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/897F339E-1E52-4955-BF90-7E5C9301A0C5_1_201_a-125x125.jpeg)
Chocolate Ricotta Cake
Chocolate Ricotta Bundt Cake is a moist and delicious cake that’s great for the holidays. The secret to this moist and tasty chocolate cake is using a whole container of ricotta in the batter, then topping it off with a delicious chocolate glaze.
![Chocolate Ricotta Bundt Cake on a white plate makes the best Christmas dessert.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/chocolate-ricotta-cake-3.jpg)
![Chocolate Ricotta Bundt Cake with chocolate glaze.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/DSC_0030-125x125.jpg)
Eggnog Bundt Cake
Eggnog Bundt Cake is a delicious and festive way to celebrate the holiday season! Made with store-bought eggnog, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this moist bundt cake is the perfect holiday dessert.
![Eggnog Bundt Cake is the perfect holiday dessert!](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Eggnog-Bundt-Cake-3.jpg)
![Eggnog Bundt Cake recipe.](https://thisdelicioushouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Eggnog-Bundt-Cake-2-150x150.jpg)
I hope you love these delicious and easy 20 Best Christmas Desserts! And if you’re thinking, where’s the fruitcake, then you definitely want to try my updated take on fruitcake with these Fruitcake Cookie Bars!
Thank you for your beautiful recipes have a very Happy Christmas ❤️
Thanks to you, we’ll all have an OUTSTANDING choice to choose from. Many thanks for your kindness and generosity. After all, CHRISTMAS is all of these and more!
Looking forward to trying several of the delicious recipes
Thanks for sharing
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thank you for sharing
merry xmas and happy new year
Thank you Nicole! Merry Christmas!