20 Festive Christmas Desserts Your Guests Will Enjoy

This post shares 20 Christmas desserts your guests will love.

 

Let’s just be honest here and say one of the best part’s of Christmas is the desserts. Whether it be Christmas cookies, cakes, or bars there is always a plethora of treats spread across the table. Sweet treats are my life so, here is my list of festive and delicious Christmas desserts you and your guests will love.

 

1.  Salted Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Dip

 

This caramel pecan cheesecake dip would make a great addition to your dessert line up this holiday season

 

 

 

With decadent cream cheese, smooth caramel sauce, and crunchy pecans it’s easy to see why this would be a hit!

 

 

Serve with graham crackers and apples! Hot tip: drizzle with chocolate to give turtles chocolate vibes

 

 

2. White Chocolate Bark Recipe With Cranberry and Pistachio

 

 

Add this delicious and easy Christmas bark to a fun dessert charcuterie board!

 

 

With only a handful of ingredients this white chocolate bark is both tasty and on the healthier side of Christmas desserts

 

 

This would also be a wonderful little gift for friends and family!

 

 

3. Christmas Tree Cake Dip

 

This classic Christmas cake is absolutely delicious being turned into a fun and festive dip!

 

 

The creamy texture, the sweetness of the Christmas tree cakes, and the festive red and green accents make it a treat that everyone will enjoy

 

 

Serve with a variety of different cookies including shortbread, gingerbread, and sugar cookies!

 

4. Peppermint Fluff

 

Candy canes are one of the first things I think about when Christmas is mentioned and for good reason

 

 

This delicious peppermint fluff is sweet, creamy, and festive all wrapped up in one dessert!

 

 

Peppermint fluff is meant to be served with chocolate wafers, vanilla wafers, and graham crackers. However, for an added touch you can also serve it with gingerbread cookies or shortbread

 

5. Candy Cane Fudge

 

 

 

Leaning into the peppermint desserts here is some decadent peppermint fudge that would be amazing on a Christmas dessert board

 

 

The mix of creamy fudge and crisp peppermint is not only delicious, but it also feels nostalgic

 

 

White chocolate is always the focus come Christmas time so be sure to buy lots in advance!

 

 

6. Christmas Puppy Chow

 

 

Rice Chex Cereal coated in a chocolate peanut butter mixture and finished off with a powdered sugar coating with Holiday M & M’s sprinkled throughout

 

 

This is the perfect thing to have out for your guests to pick at before dinner or even packaged up as a delicious gift!

 

 

If peanut allergies is an issue you can easily switch it to a sunflower butter or even an almond butter for a similar flavor

 

 

7.  Christmas Cake Pops

 

 

Festive cake pops would make a great addition to a child’s Christmas party dessert table

 

 

These delicious treats require just a few ingredients: cake mix, candy melts, cream cheese frosting, and holiday sprinkle

 

 

Perfect for when you have leftover cake from another event! Simply throw it into a mixing bowl and turn into some Christmas cake pops

 

 

8. Gingerbread Creme Brûlée

 

 

 

Creme brulee is hands down my favorite dessert of all time and now you can make it a little more festive with this gingerbread recipe!

 

 

Featuring warm spices, brown sugar, and a touch of molasses mixed with a cool, creamy custard, gingerbread creme brûlée is an extra festive twist on the classic dessert

 

 

You can bake this dessert in advance and then bust out your torch to finish them off by caramelizing the sugar. Wonderful for a Christmas dinner party

 

9. Christmas Crack Candy

 

 

There are many many variations of  “Christmas Crack” but this one looks absolutely amazing

 

 

This Christmas crack is made with layering saltine crackers, chocolate, toffee, and crunchy pretzels on top

 

 

If baking isn’t really your thing but you want to make a yummy Christmas dessert then this is the recipe for you!

 

10. Gingerbread Truffles

 

 

Gingerbread is a must during the holiday season but sometimes it is nice to change things up and these gingerbread truffles are it!

 

 

Again, if baking isn’t your jam these are a great option with the added bonus of being freezer friendly as well

 

 

With only 3 simple ingredients these gingerbread truffles are sure to wow your guests at your next holiday gathering

 

11. Peppermint Brownies

 

 

Chocolate and mint are a classic combo especially around the holidays

 

 

These delicious brownies only take 15 minutes to prep, an hour of chilling, and 35 minutes in the oven

 

 

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a glass of ice cold milk!

 

12. Holly Jolly Cookie Sticks

 

 

A quick and easy holiday treat that is both festive and tasty

 

 

These are great either for a holiday treat table or wrapped up as a fun gift for friends and family

 

 

13. Christmas Tree Rice Krispy Treats

 

 

A treat that you’re able to get the kids involved in! Fun and easy dessert for the whole family

 

 

Simple ingredients you’re sure to have on hand in your pantry. Decorate with white chocolate and any sprinkles you enjoy

 

14. Christmas Bundt Cake

 

Boxed cake makes for an incredibly easy cake but the swirls within are what really makes it a show stopper

 

 

 

Every single slice will have it’s own unique design which will certainly impress your guests

 

 

 

Top with a 2 ingredient chocolate ganache and some fun and festive Christmas sprinkles

 

 

15. Yule Log Cake

 

 

Yule log cakes are one of the most traditional cakes you can make around the holidays

 

 

This version is a wonderfully tender chocolate cake filled with mascarpone whipped cream and covered with whipped chocolate ganache

 

 

Decorated with sugared cranberries and rosemary for a lovely rustic and Christmas-y look!

 

16. Grinch Crinkle Cookies

 

 

My kiddos always love making fun, festive cookies and these are it!

 

Now the Grinch may not care for Santa but Santa is sure to love these cookies

 

They use a box mix and incorporate some cute red hearts made from royal icing. In a pinch, I’m sure some store bought royal icing with red food coloring could save you some time!

 

17. Cranberry Shortbread Cookies

 

Shortbread cookies are a must during the holiday season. Who can resist these buttery cookies?

 

 

The addition of cranberries and in my opinion a little bit of orange zest really take it to the next level

 

18. Clod Hoppers

 

 

My number one requested Christmas dessert every single year is without a doubt – clod hoppers!

 

 

Again the classics of white chocolate and cranberries bring a sense of comfort

 

 

Incredibly easy and fast to make ( no bake!) and a crowd pleaser. Bring to any holiday event!

 

19.  Cranberry Bliss Bars

 

 

Say hello to your newest Christmas dessert obsession!

 

 

This recipe for the Starbucks cranberry bliss bar is identical to the original for a fraction of the price

 

 

Keep these bars in the fridge and serve cold! I promise your guests will absolutely fall in love with them

 

 

20.  White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake

 

 

White chocolate and peppermint strike again in this creamy decadent cheesecake

 

 

While I know a baked cheesecake can be temperamental it is well worth it ( I’m not a fan of unbaked cheesecake texture)

 

 

Crushed candy canes or peppermint candies add a sparkly red and white crunch throughout

 

 

Conclusion: Festive Christmas Desserts

We hope our list of the best festive Christmas desserts helped inspire you this holiday season. Christmas is the best time of year for baking all the delicious treats. Please let us know your favorite in the comments.